Lake Fenton
On a cold, windy plateau high above Mt Field National Park, Lake Fenton naturally captures the snowy waters of the highlands and feeds them into Lady Barron Creek. Approximately 20 per cent of Hobart’s drinking water comes from this alpine environment.
Mt Field National Park is one of Tasmania's most popular national parks, with an array of scenic vistas, wildlife and amazing mix of flora and fauna. During summer & spring, the day walkers arrive in droves to take in the beautiful weather and spectacular views; throughout autumn (late April and May) visitors flock to see the Fagus turn; whilst in winter the area is used by skiing enthusiasts. 
Within the catchment Hobart Water works with the local community on joint projects; participates in educational activities; has agreements with organisations in the area and has written a catchment plan for this catchment.
Working with the community
Over the years Hobart Water has participated in a number of joint projects with organisations such as Greening Australia and Parks and Wildlife Service. Projects have included:
- Revegetation Project (2000) at Mt Field National Park in conjunction Greening Australia,
- A joint Catchment Protection Project with Parks & Wildlife Service in July 2000 which included:
- Revegetation,
- Car park construction,
- Signage,
- Authorised access, and
- Track re-alignment.
Education
In addition to presenting to schools within the area, Hobart Water also has an information display at the Mt Field Information Centre, which outlines the water flow and the importance of protecting the catchments within the National Park.
Organisational Cooperation
Hobart Water has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Forestry Tasmania to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and achieve operational objectives dealing with protection of drinking water catchments and the surrounding environment. To learn more about how Hobart Water protects this catchment, go to our environment page.
Want more information?
Find out how to get to Mt Field and further information by taking a look at the Parks & Wildlife website.