Gordon River Dam

The Gordon River is one of Tasmania's wild treasures. In fact, it is one of the pristine rivers that carve deep gorges into the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. It is home to a treasure trove of spectacular flora and fauna, and it's all there for you to explore and enjoy.

Take the spectacularly scenic Gordon River Road all the way to Strathgordon. The road winds its way through the thundering Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park with incredible views of mountains beyond and deep gorges below. Just 12 km past Strathgordon sits the astounding Gordon Dam holding back the river of the same name.

This impressive feat of engineering was completed back in 1974 and is the tallest dam in Tasmania. On your way out to Strathgordon, you'll likely notice the pristine lakes around you. The lake off to your north is Gordon Lake, created by the Gordon dam, and holds the distinction of being the largest lake in Tasmania.