Mount Roland

Mount Roland

Mount Roland stands at 1234 meters above sea level on the northern edge of the Great Western Tiers region of Tasmania. It provides an impressive backdrop to the Kentish Municipality and for the town of Sheffield.  At first sight, Mount Roland would appear to be a difficult climb. From most angles it appears that the Mountain is just a collection of seemingly impregnable cliffs. These cliffs form the containment walls of a huge dolerite plateau of which the summit tor is but a small part. Most of the time spent climbing Roland is on level or gentle ground, so to reach the summit is not only rewarding but not as difficult as it first may seem. Like anywhere in Tasmania, the level of difficulty and discomfort can be directly attributed to the weather and a walker’s level of preparedness.

Inclusions

Full day of pre-trek introductory lessons and gear advice. Two guides, private transfers to and from Mt Rowland, 2 lunches. See our gear list fro what we provide.

What we supply

• Day pack
• Water proof pack liner
• Stove and fuel
• Mug, spoon and bowl
• Rain jacket and trousers
• Gaiters
• Safety whistle
• Food (you will have an opportunity to purchase additional snacks prior to the trek commencing)
• Water bottle
• Walking poles
• First aid kit
• Crampons or chains during winter activities

What you will need to bring

• Boots (worn in, ankle high with Vibram sole or equivalent)
• Socks x 1 pair (suitable for trekking)
• T-shirt x 1 (Merino wool is recommended)
• Thermal underwear x 1 set (Merino is recommended)
• Gloves x 1 pair (wind/water proof type)
• Walking trousers (light weight quick drying)
• Walking shirt (light weight/long sleeved quick drying)
• Polar fleece or down jacket
• Beanie & neck warmer
• Sun hat (broad brimmed is recommended instead of a peaked cap)
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses (polarized is recommended)

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