Mt Field and Styx Valley Photography Tour — Russell Falls, Horseshoe Falls & the Styx Valley Giants
Difficulty
easy
Duration
9 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires short walks (up to 1–2 km) and standing for extended shooting sessions.
Overview
Spend a day photographing Russell Falls, Horseshoe Falls and the towering Eucalyptus regnans of the Styx Valley on a small-group tour from Hobart. Learn long exposure, macro, and full-manual techniques while exploring boardwalks, rainforest gullies, and ancient-tree groves.
Mt Field and Styx Valley Photography Tour — Russell Falls, Horseshoe Falls & the Styx Valley Giants
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You step out of the van and the air changes—cool, damp, and layered with the scent of wet bark and moss. Morning light threads through a canopy of myrtle and sassafras as the guide leads the small group onto the boardwalk toward Russell Falls. The water reads like silk through a long exposure: delicate threads falling from a tiered cliff into a shallow pool, framed by ferns that seem to reach for the camera lens.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Tripod and Filters
Bring a sturdy, compact tripod and a neutral density filter to nail long-exposure waterfall shots in variable light.
Waterproof footwear
Boardwalks and trails can be wet and slippery—grippy, waterproof shoes reduce the risk of slips and keep you comfortable.
Dress in layers
Temperatures can shift quickly under canopy and at roadside stops; pack a lightweight rain shell and insulating mid-layer.
Leave no trace
Stay on formed tracks and avoid disturbing moss and fungi used for macro subjects to protect fragile understorey plants.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Wombats (often at dawn/dusk)
- Green rosella and other native forest birds
History
The Styx Valley played a central role in Tasmanian conservation history—public campaigns in the late 20th century halted industrial-scale logging and helped protect stands of Eucalyptus regnans.
Conservation
Stay on boardwalks and marked trails; these fragile forests recover slowly from trampling. Park fees and small-group limits help manage visitor impact.
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Recommended Gear
Compact tripod
Enables steady long exposures at waterfalls and low-light forest interiors.
Neutral density filter
Allows multi-second exposures to smooth waterfall motion in daylight.
Waterproof hiking shoes
Grip and protection on wet boardwalks and muddy roadside tracks.
Weatherproof camera cover or dry bag
Protects gear during misty conditions or sudden rain showers.