The Meehan Range (/ˈmiːənreɪndʒ/ MEE-ən-RAYNJ) is a prominent geographic feature in southeastern Tasmania, consisting of steep hills and ridges running parallel to the River Derwent on the eastern shore of Hobart.

Beneath the dolerite are layers of sedimentary rocks, including mudstone, sandstone, and limestone, deposited in ancient marine and riverine environments.

The range features an extensive network of trails, including tracks leading to scenic lookouts with views of the River Derwent, Hobart, and Pitt Water.

Recent upgrades have enhanced the park's facilities, including the addition of the Jack Jumper Jumps Trail, a technical track designed for experienced riders.

It was originally home to the Mumirimina people, a tribe of the Paredarerme nation, whose presence reflected a deep connection to the land through traditional practices such as corroborees, hunting, and other cultural activities.

[13] In 1803, Lieutenant John Bowen established a settlement at nearby Risdon Cove, marking the beginning of British colonisation in Van Diemen's Land (modern-day Tasmania).

The dispossession of the Mumirimina people from the Meehan Range and surrounding areas occurred early, rapidly, and extensively as European settlement expanded.

The observatory’s 1-metre optical telescope played a key role in international research, including the detection of exoplanets through microlensing and the study of the atmospheric structure of giant stars.

Over 40 firefighting crews worked to contain the blaze, and a timely wind change helped redirect the flames away from residential areas, averting widespread property damage.

Managed by Hanson Construction Materials, the quarry features a Terex MJ47 Modular Plant installed in 2015, capable of processing 350 tonnes (771,618 lb) per hour.