A few images from recent outings to Mt Field and the Styx Valley. Normally my day tours out here just include Russell and Horseshoe Falls as there is so much to photograph in that area, but lately I’ve walked the Tall Trees track a few times too.

The Tall Trees walk at Mt Field is doable as an extension of the two main waterfalls by either retracing your steps to the Visitor Centre, or including the third, and less visited, Lady Barron Falls. You can also drive the short distance up the Lake Dobson Road and park at the Tall Trees car park to complete the 20 minute loop walk.

As well as the giant trees – notably the tallest flowering plant in the world, the Eucalyptus regnans, and its good friend the stringybark (Eucalyptus obliqua) there are lots of lovely rainforest trees and the associated tiny details of the forest such as orchids, ferns and fungi to enjoy.

Spring is orchid season, and I have spotted maroonhoods (below), bird orchids and little pink caladenias on recent walks.

Below is a rather disgusting example of what may very well be the colourfully named “Dog Vomit Slime Mold”, found at Mt Field.

Down the road to the Styx Valley and the myrtles are putting on their vibrant spring growth – its a really nice time to visit the forests right now for this very reason.

Meanwhile, all the little things are there too and looking very photogenic – ferns, moss, orchids, fungi…

…and last but not least – the giants!