Strathgordon on Lake Pedder

Strathgordon lies on the shores of Lake Pedder and combines its lakeside setting with the history of hydropower development. The settlement was established to house workers building hydroelectric dams; at the same time, Lake Pedder and nearby opportunities to observe nature offer a different perspective on the area. When choosing a holiday apartment or holiday home, you can use your interests in water, wilderness and history as a starting point for choosing where to stay.

Lake Pedder and the protected landscape

The Pedder Wilderness Lodge is located in the UNESCO-listed Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Strathgordon's Gordon Power Scheme is also surrounded by Southwest National Park, which is part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Nearby, the Gordon Dam is 140 m high. This specific height gives the technical side of the area a sense of scale and complements its protected-area setting with the scale of hydropower construction.

Hydropower as local history

Strathgordon was built as accommodation for workers who constructed hydroelectric dams. The former village for Hydro workers was converted into the remote Pedder Wilderness Lodge. This development directly connects hydropower construction with the settlement's origins and its later use. For visitors who want to learn about Strathgordon's history as well as the lake, it offers a second perspective on the destination.

Two experiences on Lake Pedder

The Lake Pedder Kayak Tour explores the amber-coloured waters of Lake Pedder. Check the tour's operating details before your trip. Anglers may bring their boats and fish for trout on the lake year-round. The two water-based experiences have different focuses: the tour centres on exploring the amber-coloured waters, while fishing is about trout fishing from your own boat. This lets you choose an activity based on your interests during your stay.

Teds Beach: camping and possible wildlife sightings

Nearby is Teds Beach Campground, which is suitable for tents and caravans. Facilities include a boat ramp, toilets, untreated water, picnic facilities, free electric barbecues and shelters. The campground offers a separate camping option close to Strathgordon. In the evening, visitors may see possums, pademelons or Tasmanian devils there. Such sightings are possible, but not guaranteed. Check the latest park alerts before visiting.

Boat ramp access

As of 1 July 2026, access to the Strathgordon boat ramp was open. Access conditions can change, so check the latest information before your trip. Along with the advice to check the kayak tour's operating details in advance, this gives your planning a concrete connection to the activities that interest you on Lake Pedder.

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