It's no secret that perhaps the best time to visit Tasmania is autumn. Suddenly, the earth settles down, a chill returns and slowly the colours begin to turn.

Tasmania is known for its natural wonders, and now is the best time to catch the turning of the fagus, when the leaves of the deciduous beech forests transform from bright green to rust and finally gold.

There are many places to catch this short-lived spectacle, but one of the best is the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, where vast swathes of the forest are painted in autumn's signature hues, but only for a brief a moment.

For those looking for a little adrenaline this is also a perfect time to explore the state's many parks and reserves, and perhaps the very best time to head off on the Overland Track. This iconic walk takes you through much of the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, and Kate's guide (page 22-23) is an ideal introduction into what to expect.

And just because the weather is cooling doesn't mean Tasmania's events are slowing down, and one of the best has to be Launceston's Breath of Fresh Air film festival (page 20-21).

The earth's abundance is on full display during autumn as the island's famous orchards groan under crops of apples, pears and bramble berries ripening in the sunshine. So make sure you get out there and explore, take a picnic and see the beauty that comes at this time of year.

Tasmania has never looked more spectacular, and the only limitation is how much time you've got to spend exploring its shores.

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