[2] Commencing at Lake St Clair and spanning 239 kilometres (149 mi) to the state capital of Hobart, the River Derwent receives contributions from numerous tributaries and plays a role in Tasmania's intricate hydroelectric system at certain points.

[3] The economy of the Derwent Valley is diverse, with a blend of agriculture (specifically horticulture and viticulture),[4] tourism, small businesses, and local industries contributing to the region's economic activities.

[6] Beginning in 1849, the Shoobridge family played a pivotal role in advancing the prosperity and development of hop cultivation in the Derwent Valley.

[7] For an impressive span of 65 years, the Shoobridge family diligently farmed the Bushy Park properties, dedicating the majority of this time to consistent hop production.

This park shelters distinctive Tasmanian wildlife and plants, including rare native species and some of the globe's tallest trees.

Visitors can engage in various activities such as hiking, nocturnal glow worm tours,[14] skiing, spelunking, and camping within the park's bounds.