Ben Lomond National Park
Northern Tasmania’s alpine escape south-east of Launceston — a winter ski field reached by the hairpin bends of Jacobs Ladder, and high-country walking in summer.
Ben Lomond
Rising to a high alpine plateau south-east of Launceston, Ben Lomond National Park is northern Tasmania’s mountain escape. In winter it becomes one of the state’s main ski fields, reached by the dramatic hairpin bends of Jacobs Ladder. In the warmer months the same plateau opens up for alpine walking, wildflowers and enormous views. It’s a wild, high-country day trip in any season — just come prepared for fast-changing mountain weather.
What to See & Do
Skiing
One of Tasmania’s main ski fields when the snow falls.
Jacobs Ladder
A steep, unsealed hairpin road up onto the plateau.
Alpine Walking
High-country tracks, wildflowers and huge views in the warmer months.
Wild High Country
A vast alpine plateau with a genuinely remote feel.
Ben Lomond Tips
- A Tasmania national-park pass is required — buy it before you go
- Check current snow and road conditions, especially for Jacobs Ladder
- In winter, carry chains or use any shuttle when required
- Dress for fast-changing alpine weather in any season
- More escapes in our day trips guide
Ben Lomond — FAQ
Can you ski at Ben Lomond?
Yes — Ben Lomond is one of Tasmania’s main ski fields, operating in winter when there’s snow. Conditions depend entirely on the season, so check current snow reports and opening details before you head up.
What is Jacobs Ladder?
Jacobs Ladder is the steep, unsealed hairpin road that climbs the escarpment onto the Ben Lomond plateau. It’s dramatic and narrow, and in winter chains or a shuttle may be required, so check current conditions before driving it.
How far is Ben Lomond from Launceston?
Ben Lomond National Park is an easy drive south-east of Launceston, making it a day trip in any season — skiing in winter, alpine walking and wildflowers in the warmer months.
What can you do at Ben Lomond in summer?
Outside the snow season the plateau is superb for alpine walking, with wildflowers, big views and a wild, high-country feel. A national-park pass is required, and mountain weather changes fast, so come prepared.
Do you need a national-park pass for Ben Lomond?
Yes — a Tasmania national-park pass is required to enter Ben Lomond National Park. Buy one before you go, and check current road and snow conditions, especially in winter.
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