Cataract Gorge Campsite

Launceston, TAS

Launceston, TAS

At a glance

CampsiteCamp KitchenSwimmingDrinking WaterToilets

About this campsite

Unique gorge camping a short walk from Launceston city centre

The First Basin campground in Cataract Gorge offers an extraordinary urban-wilderness experience — a dramatic gorge with suspension bridge, swimming pool and free-roaming peacocks just minutes from central Launceston. Ideal for families and travellers exploring northern Tasmania.

What this place offers

Amenities

Drinking Water

Toilets

Activities

Swimming

Facilities

Playground

Other Features

Camp Kitchen

Walking Trails

Location

Cataract Gorge Campsite•Launceston, TAS, 7250

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Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway

MON🌤️

24° / 13°

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TUE☁️

24° / 11°

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WED🌤️

25° / 13°

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THU🌤️

24° / 13°

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FRI🌧️

24° / 13°

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Common questions about Cataract Gorge Campsite

What facilities does Cataract Gorge Campsite have?

Cataract Gorge Campsite has camp kitchen, playground, walking trails, swimming, drinking water and toilets. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Cataract Gorge Campsite online?

We hold no online booking link for Cataract Gorge Campsite, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Cataract Gorge Campsite?

Cataract Gorge Campsite sits in Launceston, TAS. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Cataract Gorge Campsite

Facilities recorded for Cataract Gorge Campsite
Facility	On site
Camp Kitchen	Yes
Playground	Yes
Walking Trails	Yes
Swimming	Yes
Drinking Water	Yes
Toilets	Yes

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