West Coast Wilderness Railway
Queenstown, Tasmania
A heritage rack-and-pinion railway between Queenstown and Strahan, rebuilt to run through rainforest and over river gorges on the line first built for the copper mines. Allow most of a day.
- Nearest town
- Queenstown, Tasmania
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- -42.0803, 145.5535
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually November–March. Still fine, with some compromises, in April–May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is West Coast Wilderness Railway?
West Coast Wilderness Railway is in Queenstown, Tasmania, at GPS -42.0803, 145.5535.
Which road trips pass West Coast Wilderness Railway?
West Coast Wilderness Railway is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Cradle Mountain, the West Coast and the Lyell Highway.
What is there to see near West Coast Wilderness Railway?
Places worth a stop nearby: Iron Blow Lookout (2 km), Strahan Waterfront (20 km), Sarah Island, Macquarie Harbour (23 km) and Lake St Clair campground (51 km).
When is the best time to visit West Coast Wilderness Railway?
The most pleasant months are usually November–March. Still fine, with some compromises, in April–May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)