Discover Rosebery: Tasmania’s Historic Mining Town and Gateway to Wild Adventure

Still thriving as a mining community since the early 1900s, Rosebery stands as one of Tasmania’s most fascinating and productive mineral regions. Since operations began around 1905, the area has yielded an extraordinary wealth of copper, gold, lead, zinc and silver—collectively valued at more than AUD 8 billion. The legendary Rosebery Mine remains the most lucrative mine on Tasmania’s rugged west coast, a testament to the region’s rich geology and enduring industrial heritage.

Explore the Heart of Tasmania’s Mining History

Visitors can step directly into this world of subterranean wonder with guided experiences offered by Pasminco Mine. These tours venture both above and below ground, giving travellers a rare opportunity to witness the scale, history and engineering behind one of Australia’s most successful mining operations. It’s an immersive, eye‑opening encounter that blends education with adventure.

Scenic Drives and Panoramic Lookouts

For those who prefer to stay above the surface, Rosebery rewards explorers with breathtaking views. A scenic loop drive winds into the hills surrounding the town, offering sweeping vistas of forested valleys, dramatic ridgelines and the mine’s impressive infrastructure. Bring your camera—this is west‑coast wilderness at its most photogenic.

Gateway to Montezuma Falls: Tasmania’s Tallest Waterfall

Just ten minutes from the town centre lies the starting point for one of Tasmania’s most iconic natural attractions: Montezuma Falls. Cascading an impressive 104 metres, it is the tallest waterfall in the state and a bucket‑list destination for nature lovers.

Travellers can choose their own style of adventure:

• Walk the historic tramway track
  Follow the gentle, atmospheric trail along the old mining tram route. This easy three‑hour return walk leads through lush rainforest, past moss‑covered relics and alongside a rushing creek, culminating in the spectacular sight of the falls thundering into the gorge below.
• Join a four‑wheel‑drive tour
  For a more comfortable and exhilarating journey, guided 4WD tours offer a rugged off‑road experience through dense forest and remote terrain, delivering you right to the heart of this natural wonder.