Northern Tasmania Map

Tasmania's east coast is a coast of contrasts-sunshine and sea life, wine and wildlife, crags and beaches, history and adventure. The coast is home to many national parks, including the..

If you are looking for a place to experience pristine white beaches, bright blue waves and an all-round incredible stretch of coastline, the Bay of Fires is a perfect place to visit. It was..

Two and a half hours north of Hobart, Launceston is Tasmania’s second-largest city. First settled in 1806, the city was Tasmania’s northern military base and a trading centre for wheat..

St Helens, on the north-east coast of the state, is known as the game fishing capital of Tasmania. From here you can explore Binalong Bay and the Bay of Fires, a coast of white beaches..

Bicheno, just north of the Freycinet Peninsula on Tasmania’s stunning east coast, is known for its laid-back lifestyle and outdoor activities.If a holiday relaxing by white, sandy..

The historic township of Swansea is ideal for fishing, swimming and diving, or relaxing on the beach overlooking Great Oyster Bay and the beautiful Freycinet National Park.Swansea has a..

The east coast village of Coles Bay sits beneath pink granite mountains at the entrance to Freycinet National Park. With a small permanent population of less than 200 people, the town..

Tamar Island is only 10 minutes drive from Launceston. It is the centre of the Tamar Island Wetlands which is part of the Greater Tamar River Conservation area which covers 60 hectares of..

National Park Summer or winter, the craggy Ben Lomond plateau attracts adventure seekers rock climbing, alpine walking, cross country and downhill skiing are the highlights of this..

St Columba Falls State Reserve (295 ha) The cascading waters of St Columba Falls, one of Tasmania’s highest, plunge 90 metres (almost 300 feet) from the Mt Victoria foothills to the..

Ross sits on the banks of the Macquarie River, and is one of Australia’s most appealing convict-built stone villages. Cobble-style paths and old, tall elm trees line the main road and..

George Town is 53 kms north of Launceston on the East Tamar Highway. It can claim to be one of the oldest European settlements in Australia with origins dating back to 1804 when William..

Launceston, the centre of northern Tasmania, is situated at the head of the beautiful Tamar Valley. The city successfully blends a colourful history with scenery, creativity, adventure and..

Campbelltown is a picturesque town built in the 1830’s and 1840’s by convicts. There are 35 heritage listed buildings indicate the historic importance of the town. It was established..

Maria Island National Park sits off the east coast of Tasmania just north of Orford. In 1982, the whole island was protected as a national park. While Tasmania has a colourful and dramatic..

The holiday township of Orford lies at the mouth of the Prosser River at the end of Paradise Gorge on the east coast, just 80 kilometres (50 miles) north of Hobart. The town has a..

Perth is located only 19kms south of Launceston. It is named after the Scottish town and the site was chosen by Governor Macquarie in 1821 and declared a township in 1836. As a result it..

Pipers Brook is primarily known for its vineyards and high quality production of fine wine. Drive through the picturesque green slopes and rolling hills of natural beauty before arriving at..

Unlock the secrets of Tasmania's North East Forests at the Forest EcoCentre, Scottsdale.The Forest EcoCentre is a unique, ecologically sustainable building that is the first of its type in..

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Cape Tourville can be found in Freycinet National Park on the east coast of Tasmania. It is one of Tasmania's wilderness beauty spots with stunning coastal views, dramatic granite sea..

Cataract Gorge Reserve, or The Gorge as the locals call it, is a unique natural formation within a two-minute drive of central Launceston - a rare natural phenomenon in any city. In 15..

Deloraine, at the foot of the Great Western Tiers in Tasmania’s central north, is classified by the National Trust, and you’ll see why the moment you enter. The bridge, Bonney’s Inn..

Derby is situated in north eastern Tasmania, 103 kms east of Launceston on the Raingarooma river. It is a good stop off point on the way to the east coast attracting many tourists to its..

A few kilometres north of Bicheno is the entrance to the Douglas-Apsley National Park, with its dry sclerophyll forest and riverside walking tracks, swimming holes, birdlife and Oyster Bay..

Evandale is a historic town, situated only 20 km south of Launceston on the South Esk River, not far from Launceston airport. The town has an abundance of Georgian buildings including..

Evercreech Forest Reserve in north eastern Tasmania is home to the tallest White Gums in the world. They are more than 90 metres high and are known as the ‘White Knights’. The reserve..

Longford is 20 kilometres (12 miles) south of Launceston and centre for the local farming district. Prior to European settlement the area was used by the Panninher band of the northern..

Mole Creek occupies a valley between the Gog Range and the Great Western Tiers in the central north, not far from Tasmania’s highest point, Mount Ossa.This is an area of fascinating..

Narawntapu National Park, just east of Devonport, is one of the best and easiest places, at dusk, to see rare Forester kangaroos (Maria Island and Mt William national parks are the only..

Ringarooma is a small town situated 95 km north east of Launceston. It was established in 1859 to service the surrounding farming community. It also borders on mountain country. Half an..

Explore the deep lush rain forests of Weldborough. Green ferns and towering canopies will make you feel as if you'd stumbled onto another planet. Trek through some of this stunning terrain..