The Steppes Sculptures — Attraction in Steppes

The Steppes Stones are monuments dedicated to those who share in the love and care of the Central Highlands of Tasmania. They are located about 30 minutes north of Bothwell on the Lakes highway (Highland Lakes rd) near the Interlaken turnoff.

They were one of those things you find, are delighted by them, and wonder why they are here on a lonely mountain highway.

The artist, Stephen Walker AM, was introduced to the area by a friend. He grew to love it so much that he designed and gifted these artworks to the community.

All the pieces encapsulate natural things that are endemic to the area and include historical events synonymous with the Lake country.

The sculptures are near the Steppes homestead. You can walk to the homestead from the sculptures or you can drive.

‘The Steppes is part of both an Historic Site and Conservation Area managed by the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service in partnership with the Mountain Huts Preservation Society, Wildcare group Friends of the Steppes, Central Highlands Council and the community.’

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