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Detailed Geographic Profile and Mapped Boundaries of Savage River National Park, Tasmania

Examine the precise geographic extent and environmental composition of Savage River National Park in Tasmania. This profile details the park boundary, spanning approximately 179.8 square kilometers, and identifies key landscape features including the Savage, Arthur, and Heazlewood Rivers alongside the Magnet Range.

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Temperate RainforestWilderness ProtectionTasmaniaOld-Growth ForestMarsupial Habitat

Australia's largest intact temperate rainforest wilderness in north-west Tasmania

Savage River National Park

Savage River National Park is a pristine wilderness area located in north-west Tasmania, Australia. Established in April 1999, it covers approximately 179.8 square kilometres and represents the largest undisturbed expanse of temperate rainforest in Australia. Unlike many other Tasmanian national parks, Savage River remains deliberately inaccessible to the general public, with no road access or visitor facilities within its boundaries. The park is managed by the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service and is buffered by the Savage River Regional Reserve, which offers limited four-wheel-drive access for those wishing to experience the broader region.

Location
Australia
Park type
National park
Established
1999
Area
179.8 km²
Savage River National Park Atlas
Location overview

Regional placement and island park designation within Australia

Geographic Setting of Savage River National Park in Tasmania

Savage River National Park is located within the island state of Tasmania in Australia. Administrative records classify the protected area as an island park situated entirely within a single national territory.
Countries
Australia
Regions
Tasmania
Primary location
Tasmania
Geographic setting
Island
Boundary and coordinates

Interactive boundary geometry and recorded spatial dimensions

Savage River National Park Boundary Map and Geographic Extent

Mapped park boundaries provide visual spatial context for the protected territory. Accompanying measurements detail total area coverage alongside coordinate limits and centre points.
Boundary area
179.9 km²
Boundary perimeter
92.6 km
Northernmost point
41.212° S
Southernmost point
41.4167° S
Easternmost point
145.4995° E
Westernmost point
145.289° E
Geographic centre
41.324° S, 145.4111° E
North–south span
22.7 km
East–west span
17.6 km
Savage River National Park
Terrain and natural features

Explore recorded rivers and mountain ranges within the protected landscape

Savage River National Park Terrain and Recorded Natural Features

Recorded natural features within the protected area include multiple rivers and the Magnet Range. Linked feature cards supply names, types, measurements, and spatial relationships where recorded.

Selected named natural features

Rivers

Savage River

Rivers

Heazlewood River

Rivers

Keith River

Rivers

Lyons River

Mountain ranges

Magnet Range

Rivers

Arthur River

Environmental setting

Temperate climate zones, dominant forest cover, and major water presence

Savage River National Park Environmental Classification and Physical Setting

Recorded landscape features and habitat types frame the physical setting of Savage River National Park across temperate zones. Associated classifications connect stored environmental categories directly to related atlas destinations.
Climate
Temperate
Water
Major water bodies
Forest cover
Dense forest cover

Landscape features

Forest · Wetland · Rivers · Hills · Islands

Habitat types

Temperate broadleaf forest · Shrubland · Wetland · Grassland

Park atlas

Map the regional spread of protected areas and wild river systems across Tasmania

Discover Nearby National Parks and Protected Landscapes Around Savage River National Park

Browse other national parks and protected areas adjacent to Savage River National Park, tracing their geographic distribution and shared temperate rainforest ecosystems within Tasmania. Explore these diverse conservation landscapes, including buttongrass moorlands and old-growth forests, to understand the broader regional context of protected wilderness in Australia.
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National parkTasmania
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Rocky Cape National Park: Tasmania's Coastal National Park with Ancient Aboriginal Heritage

Explore the dramatic headland, heath ecosystems, and mapped park boundaries.

Rocky Cape National Park on Tasmania's North West Coast is a nationally significant protected area recognized for its ancient Aboriginal archaeological heritage, representing at least 8,000 years of continuous occupation. The park's landscape unfolds across a dramatic coastal headland, featuring rugged rocky shores, expansive heathlands, and coastal woodlands that define this wild section of Tasmania. Its protected status underscores its importance for both cultural discovery and the preservation of unique Australian coastal ecosystems. Understanding Rocky Cape National Park offers direct insight into the region's geography and the enduring legacy of its first peoples.

Area
30.64 km²
Established
1967
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
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National parkTasmania
38 km away#2 closest

Southeast

Cradle Mountain, Lake St Clair National Park

Explore national park boundaries and regional natural terrain.

Cradle Mountain, Lake St Clair National Park, in Tasmania, Australia. Landscapes: mountains, valleys, and lakes.

Area
1,614.43 km²
Established
1922
IUCN
II
Visitors
209K annual
National parkTasmania
66 km away#3 closest

East

Mole Creek Karst National Park: Mapped Protected Area and Tasmanian Landscape Atlas

Explore the geography and park boundaries within Tasmania's protected lands.

Mole Creek Karst National Park stands as a key protected area within Tasmania, offering a unique glimpse into the island state's natural geography. This resource facilitates an atlas-style discovery of the park's mapped landscape, its protected boundaries, and its significance within the broader context of Australian protected lands. Understand the park's terrain and its role in the region's conservation heritage.

Area
13.45 km²
Established
1996
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
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National parkTasmania
76 km away#4 closest

Southeast

Walls of Jerusalem National Park: A Mapped Alpine Wilderness in Tasmania

Explore protected landscapes with biblical place names.

Walls of Jerusalem National Park in Tasmania is a distinguished national park characterized by its rugged alpine terrain and dramatic quartzite formations, most notably King Davids Peak. The park's landscape is further distinguished by a unique series of features named after biblical locations, offering an evocative exploration for those interested in geographic discovery. As a protected wilderness area within the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, it provides valuable insight into Australia's significant natural landscapes and their mapped representation.

Area
518 km²
Established
1978
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
A stylized illustration of a coastline with rolling hills, a sandy beach, and a calm sea framed by tree branches in the foreground.
National parkTasmania
89 km away#5 closest

East

Narawntapu National Park: Tasmania's Coastal Protected Landscape and Wildlife Atlas

Explore mapped boundaries, heathland, woodland, and intertidal bird habitats.

Narawntapu National Park showcases a remarkable protected coastal landscape on Tasmania's north coast, renowned for its exceptional density of marsupial wildlife and significant intertidal bird populations. Its diverse terrain, including heathland, woodland, and extensive mudflats, offers unique opportunities for geographic discovery and understanding the park's ecological importance. Examine its mapped natural features and protected status within the broader atlas of Australian reserves.

Area
43.49 km²
Established
1976
IUCN
II
Visitors
10.1K annual
Marine protected areaTasmania
95 km away#6 closest

Northwest

Franklin Commonwealth Marine Reserve: Geography and Marine Protected Area Mapping

Tasmania marine environment and shelf topography

Located off the coast of north-western Tasmania, Franklin Commonwealth Marine Reserve serves as a strategic marine protected area. This record maps its 671 square kilometer expanse, highlighting the intersection of the Bass Strait and the Tasmanian continental shelf, and the significance of Black Pyramid Rock to regional seabird conservation.

Area
671 km²
Established
2007
IUCN
VI
Relief
Lowland
Marine protected areaTasmania
103 km away#7 closest

North

Boags Commonwealth Marine Reserve: Marine Protected Area and Bass Strait Geography

A protected marine seascape off the north-west coast of Tasmania.

Boags Commonwealth Marine Reserve captures a unique niche of soft-sediment seafloor habitat in the Bass Strait. This marine protected area is defined by its muddy and sandy benthic communities and its function as a vital feeding corridor for seabirds from the Hunter Island Group, anchoring it firmly in the regional marine geography of Tasmania.

Area
537 km²
Established
2007
IUCN
VI
Relief
Lowland
Nature reserveTasmania
About 117 km away#8 closest

East

Liffey Valley Reserve: Geographic Overview of a Tasmania Nature Reserve and Landscape

Protected sclerophyll forest and temperate rainforest sequences

Liffey Valley Reserve in Tasmania provides a focused look at how protected land boundaries align with natural elevation gradients. Its four component parcels protect a complete sequence of Tasmanian vegetation, spanning from ridge-top alpine heath to mossy rainforest depressions. This site acts as a key reference for understanding private conservation geography and the rugged terrain characterizing the eastern edge of the central highlands.

Area
2.75 km²
Established
1991
Water
Major water bodies
Season
Year-round
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Understanding Savage River National Park is key to appreciating Tasmania's protected lands. Continue your exploration to delve deeper into its specific geography, mapped terrain, and its contribution to the overall regional park atlas. This focused discovery helps build a comprehensive picture of Australia's natural landscapes and conservation efforts, informing a structured understanding of protected areas nationwide.

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