McDermotts Fire Trail re-opens to public

Published on 23 April 2018

The popular fire trail linking Waterworks Reserve and the Pipeline Track has been re-opened to the public after undergoing major works.

McDermotts Fire Trail is part of the City of Hobart's fire trail network, an important part of our strategy to minimise the risk of wildfire to the community, visitors and natural environment.

The resurfacing ensures the City's fire and biodiversity team has safe access into nearby bushland to carry out essential fuel reduction activities. It also provides a stable, long-term surface for walking, running and mountain biking.

The City of Hobart manages more than 4900 hectares of bushland reserves and undertakes a number of programs to reduce the risk of bushfire to neighbours, infrastructure and ecosystems.

Find out more about our program here: Bushfire management