Liffey Falls State Reserve

　　Liffey Falls State Reserve is located in the temperate rainforest of the Great Western Tiers mountain range in Tasmania, Australia, and is a well-preserved nature reserve. Tasmanians often debate whether Liffey or Russell Falls is the most beautiful, but no consensus has ever been reached.

　　The Liffey River rises on the northern edge of the Great Western Tiers, flows through dense forests of myrtle, sassafras, and leatherwood, then drops sharply. After plunging over the majestic waterfall, it reaches the fertile farmlands of the north and joins the South Esk River. The upper reaches of the river feature two reserves equipped with picnic and barbecue facilities as well as excellent short walking tracks through the rainforest. In 1989, the Liffey Falls Forest Reserve was included in the World Heritage Area, a tribute to the region’s globally significant heritage. The area boasts rich cultural heritage and landforms shaped by dynamic forces that have sculpted the landscape over the past 250 million years.

　　To reach the falls, you can turn off the B54 (Great Western Tiers Road) at Carrick; you can also take the C513 through Bracknell and Liffey to reach Liffey Falls State Reserve; alternatively, take the Bass Highway (A5), turn left at Deloraine, and then follow the Meander Valley Road to the Liffey Falls Forest Reserve.

　　Liffey Falls State Reserve Reason to visit: One of the most important reserves in Tasmania Continent: Oceania Country/Region: Australia State/Province: Tasmania