Strathgordon was originally established for the workers and families involved in the construction of the Gordon-Pedder area hydro electric schemes in 1967. By June of that year a public road was opened, and the parliament approved the Gordon River Scheme, despite some opposition to the project.

The first house was completed and occupied in May 1969. In June, a school opened, and other amenities were near completion such as a Sports Centre. In July the Gordon River Scheme was officially opened. Development of Strathgordon was rapid, with community spirit and activities becoming prevalent.

In 1971, the village was extended with the construction of 37 houses, and this marked the peak of the activity in the village. A swimming pool and numerous sports clubs were operational. The Gordon Dam was completed in 1974, and marked a decline in the population of the village due to lack of labour requirements.

In the ensuing years, some of the houses were moved to Tullah, and the secondary section of the school was closed down. By 1978, 76 out of the 95 houses were still occupied by residents, and the official opening of the Gordon River Stage One Power Scheme was opened in April 1979.

When the project was completed, the area became a popular destination for fishermen and those wishing to experience the true rugged beauty of the south west region of Tasmania.

The drive to Strathgordon takes in magnificent views of both the Southwest and Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Parks. Lake Gordon and Lake Pedder comprise 1% of the total surface area of Tasmania, hold 37 times the volume of water in Sydney Harbour, and attract droves of fishermen and sightseers every year.

Excellent fishing can be had all along the Lake Pedder shores, and visitors can employ the services of a guide to advise on the best spots from which to catch huge brown trout. Lake Pedder has boat launching ramps, and boats and fishing tackle can be hired.

Creepy Crawly walking trail is one of the most unusual trails in the State, and leads visitors through a fully sign posted rainforest walk. The walk comes complete with a murder mystery theme, with native animals as suspects. This trail runs along Scotts Peak Road and there are campsites and picnic facilities at Scotts Peak, as well as boat launching ramps on site.

Lake Pedder Motor Inn supplies accommodation, hires boats, supplies fishing guides and other provisions needed by visitors to the area. A visitor information centre is located at the top of the splendid Gordon Dam with underground tours of the Power Station available to visitors.

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