From the remote mountain tops to coastal environments, woodlands, wetlands and grasslands, our reserves protect some of the most important natural areas in Tasmania. They conserve critical habitat for our rare and threatened species and serve as safe havens for the future. Explore our reserves, their special and unique values, our management activities and science program.

Reserves

Silver Plains Reserve

Protected 2023

In Tasmania’s central highlands on the shores of Lake Sorrell, the native forest and lowland grasslands of Silver Plains Reserve make up one of the largest properties in TLC’s estate.

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Sloping Main Reserve

Protected 2022

Perched between beachfront communities and tucked just off the tourist trail, Sloping Main Reserve is a southern sanctuary for diverse plant life and migratory birds. This 660 hectare property on the western Tasman Peninsula supports seven threatened native vegetation communities and is home to a large and vulnerable saltmarsh wetland.

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Kelvedon Hills Reserve

Protected 2022

More than 2,000 ha of rich, varied and iconic high-conservation land on Tasmania's east coast, with habitat for 40 rare or threatened species.

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Eagle Rock Reserve

Protected 2021

Dominated by the striking Eagle Rock, this west coast reserve provides significant habitat for threatened plants and animals and protects wetlands and swamp forest unlike any seen on our other reserves.

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Tinderbox Hills Reserve

Protected 2021

A conservation jewel on Hobart's doorstep; a rest stop for migrating birds; a home to endangered species.

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Prosser River Reserve

Protected 2020

The Prosser and Back Rivers cut their way through a valley of grassy woodland, scattered with critically endangered black gum.

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Little Swanport Reserve

Protected 2019

Every year the world’s entire population of swift parrots return to Tasmania in spring, and Little Swanport Reserve offers them a safe place to land.

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Tall Trees Reserve

Protected 2019

Tall Trees Reserve adds an important connection between existing areas of Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage and adjoins Tasmania's oldest national park.

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Daisy Dell Reserve

Protected 2017

Rich highland habitat for threatened fauna, flora, grasslands, sedgelands, wetlands, waterways and rainforest.

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Panatana Reserve

Protected 2016

The establishment of Panatana Reserve is a ground breaking partnership that protects Aboriginal cultural heritage and important natural values.

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The Big Punchbowl Reserve

Protected 2015

The Big Punchbowl Reserve is a complex mosaic. Here you will find wetlands, heath and woodlands. This reserve is home to threatened species, including the globally threatened (and hard to spot) bird the Australasian bittern, and the green and gold bell frog.

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Five Rivers Reserve

Protected 2014

An expansive nature reserve protecting five river systems and critical wild habitat in Tasmania's Central Highlands.

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Stony Farm Reserve

Protected 2013

Stony Farm Reserve was protected through a generous gift from the Schier family, whose aim was to have this area conserved for its natural values in perpetuity.

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Gordonvale Reserve

Protected 2013

Remote, wild, unique and important...a tiny pocket of Tasmania that is of global significance.

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Blue Tier Reserve

Protected 2012

Habitat for rare and threatened species on the eastern slopes on the Blue Tier region in north east Tasmania.

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Liffey Reserve

Protected 2010

World Heritage treasure rising steeply from the banks of the Liffey River.

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Egg Islands Reserve

Protected 2007

A mosaic of endangered forest, wetland and saline grassland communities, and home to the globally endangered Australasian bittern.

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Flat Rock Reserve

Protected 2006

Nestled within rocky dolerite hills, supporting remnant areas of silver peppermint forest and grassy blue gum forest.

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Recherche Bay Reserve

Protected 2006

A place of immense national significance for its contribution to the early understanding of Australian flora and its importance as a place of peace between nations.

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Long Point Reserve

Protected 2005

A wetland of international ecological importance on Tasmania's east coast.

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Lutregala Marsh Reserve

Protected 2005

An outstanding example of a coastal salt marsh and saline grassland, and a hot spot for raptors.

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Tom Hay Reserve

Protected

A place of tribute to Tom Hay whose passion for life and nature is reflected in this gift of land to the TLC.

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Rubicon Sanctuary

Protected

A property of remarkable biodiversity, near Port Sorell in the central north of Tasmania.

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We fund the on-going management and conservation for our permanent reserves through the TLC Foundation and Bequests program, together with our Regular Giving Program. Thank you to all supporters who have helped us protect these important places.