List of Bushwalks in Tasman National Park

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Tasman Arch, Devil's Kitchen and Waterfall Bay

Tasman Arch, Devil's Kitchen and Waterfall Bay

4.4 km return

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Starting from the Tasman Arch car park at the end of Tasman Arch Road, Eaglehawk Neck, this walk takes you past Tasman Arch and Devil's Kitchen to Waterfall Bay. This scenic walk along the rugged Tasman Peninsula coastline passes several unique geological formations, ending at a beautiful bay with a waterfall. The track is wide, flat and well-signposted, with fenced cliffs and lookouts, making it suitable for wheelchairs and prams. Beside the car park is a lookout for Tasman Arch, a tall natural bridge formed by a collapsed sea cave. From here, the track crosses over the top of Tasman Arch to a lookout over Devil's Kitchen, a deep chasm carved out by the sea. The track continues through dry eucalypt forest to a lookout for Patterson's Arch, another collapsed sea cave, before emerging at a lookout across the cliff-lined Waterfall Bay. On the opposite cliff face is a waterfall that drops into the sea, best seen after heavy rains. After enjoying the views, walkers can return to the car park or continue from here to Waterfall Bluff. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Three Capes Track: Denmans to Surveyors

Three Capes Track: Denmans to Surveyors

4.5 km oneway

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

4.5 km

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Walk

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

Your journey starts with a 75-minute boat trip from Port Arthur to Denmans Cove where you start the walk. Once landed at Denmans Cove you have a 2-hour walk ahead of you, which takes you through Eucalypt woodland and coastal heath to your first accommodation on the track - Surveyors cabin. Relax at the cabin and soak in the views of Cape Raoul in the distance. Let us begin by acknowledging the Palawa people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from the Banksia Campground car park off Fortescue Bay Road, Fortescue, this walk takes you to Canoe Bay. Following the Tasman Coastal Trail, this walk starts by taking you across the white sands of Fortescue Bay Beach. The creek flowing onto the beach from Fortescue Lagoon may need to be waded after heavy rains. At the north end of the beach, the trail climbs gently into the forest and winds along the coast, passing through a penguin rookery and providing spectacular coastal views before descending to Canoe Bay. Towards the middle of the bay, the sunken remains of a steamship called the William Pitt can be seen, which was scuttled in 1955 to act as a breakwater for small boats. If you wish to spend more time exploring the area, you can take advantage of the Banksia or Mill Creek campgrounds, where there are several tent and caravan sites, water tanks, toilets and showers. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Canoe Bay

5 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h

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Three Capes Track: Retakunna to Fortescue Bay

Three Capes Track: Retakunna to Fortescue Bay

9.8 km oneway

3 h 30 min to 5 h 30 min

9.8 km

Oneway

Walk

3 h 30 min to 5 h 30 min

This day will start early with a final climb to Mount Fortescue before reaching Cape Hauy. There’s a chance you’ll see some rock climbers as they’re tackling the Totem Pole before you head on to Fortescue Bay and its white beaches. If you have the time, take a swim before you climb the bus back to Port Arthur. Let us begin by acknowledging the Palawa people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cape Hauy

10.1 km return

4 h to 5 h 30 min

Starting near the Day Use Carpark on Fortescue Bay Road, Fortescue, this walk leads to Cape Hauy and back via the track of the same name. Enjoy this walk on a well-formed trail with fantastic views throughout its duration. It starts off by skirting the coast before climbing inland, through woodlands and heath containing an abundance of wildflowers. The forest then opens up, presenting the undulating slopes of Cape Hauy. The cape has spectacular dolerite columns that plunge directly into the sea, and there are extensive panoramic views that stretch far north past the Forester coast to Maria Island and south, detailing the ridges of Cape Pillar. The trail skirts close to cliff edges at points, and caution is advised. There are also some strong winds once you get out onto the headland. Be prepared for a lot of steps - walking poles make it easier on the knees. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting near the Banksia Campground on Fortescue Bay Road, Fortescue, this walk leads to Bivouac Bay and back via the Tasman Coastal Trail. This walk begins traversing the full length of the stunning white sands of Fortescue Bay. Once at the other end of the beach, the trail gently climbs to a modest clifftop, then skirts the coastline from above through light bush and forest. About halfway along the track, you will come to Canoe Bay, where the remains of a shipwreck can be seen rusting upon the rocks. After some short and steep climbs, the trail descends through thick blue gum canopies and huge tree ferns to the rocky inlet of Bivouac Bay. There are toilets, and you can collect fresh water in Bivouac Creek. If you are lucky, you may also spot seals, dolphins, or whales in the bay. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Bivouac Bay

10.4 km return

3 h 45 min to 5 h 30 min

3 h 45 min to 5 h 30 min

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Three Capes Track: Munro to Cape Pillar

Three Capes Track: Munro to Cape Pillar

14.2 km return

5 h to 7 h 30 min

This day will take you to breathtaking views across Tasman Sea to Tasman Island as you tackle The Blade at Cape Pillar. As you’ll return via the same way to Munro cabin, you have the option of taking only your day pack to Cape Pillar and back. Let us begin by acknowledging the Palawa people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting near the carpark at the end of Stormlea Road in Stormlea, Tasman National Park, this walk leads to Cape Raoul and back via the Cape Raoul Track. This walk takes you on a newly refurbished track through heath, woodland, and rainforest vegetation to stunning coastal seascapes that feature rock platforms, towering cliffs, offshore islands and swirling seas. Once out on Cape Raoul, enjoy the views of Cape Pillar, Hobart and Bruny Island. Keep a lookout for seals on the rocks and small islands below. The track is narrow and the hiking is tough at times, but the stunning cliff-top views along the way reward the effort. With a few steep sections, this hike is suitable for people of average fitness levels. Be aware that some parts of the trail are located along cliff edges, and the weather can be extremely hostile near the cliff edges and on the plateau, with very high winds and cold temperatures. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cape Raoul

14.8 km return

5 h 30 min to 8 h

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Starting from the Devil's Kitchen carpark at the end of Tasmans Arch Road, Tasman National Park, this walk takes you along the coast to Fortescue Bay via the Tasman Coastal Trail. You can find some of Tasmania’s most dramatically beautiful coastal scenery on the east coast of the Tasman Peninsula, and experience breathtaking views from the clifftops over beautiful little bays and small offshore islands. A well-defined track follows the spectacular 300m dolerite cliffs along the coast, where you can see an array of wildlife; seals, penguins, dolphins and whales at various times, with fur seals on the rugged coastline, and fairy penguins along the foreshore. The walk starts at Devil's Kitchen, a spectacularly collapsed archway in the sea cliffs, with waves surging in and out below. From here it’s around a 2km hike to Waterfall Bay, where falls cascade over 100m from the clifftops into the sea. After following the dolerite cliffs for several hours the track descends to the lovely Bivouac Bay, and then just around the corner to Canoe Bay, where you can spot the sunken remains of the steamship William Pitt protruding from the water. From here it is not far to the pristine white sands of Fortescue Bay, where you can take a refreshing swim in the crystal clear waters. This walk can be done in either direction – north to south from Devil's Kitchen to Fortescue Bay, or the other way around. The tracks are well-formed bush tracks, generally only wide enough for one. Some sections are rocky underfoot and/or muddy. Walkers may choose to stay overnight at Bivouac Bay or Camp Falls. Fortescue Bay has facilities such as toilets, cold showers, fireplaces and gas barbecues. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Tasman Coastal Trail

17.2 km oneway

8 h to 2 days

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Starting near the Fortescue Bay Campground on Fortescue Bay Road, Fortescue, this walk leads to Cape Pillar and back via the Old Cape Pillar and Cape Pillar tracks. Enjoy this unforgettable journey to the island’s south-eastern tip, along a narrow track that winds through forest and moorland. Cape Pillar is the crown jewel of the Tasman Peninsula’s colossal coastline, with cliffs rising up to 300m above the raging seas. Climb up to the summit of the Blade to enjoy the most outstanding views of anywhere on the cape. From the top there are sweeping views of the dolomite coast, including Cape Hauy and Maria Island. About halfway there, at Bare Knoll, there's a camping area with camping platforms, toilet facilities and water tanks. Be advised that the trail skirts close to cliff edges at certain points, and the winds at Cape Pillar can be extremely strong and gusty. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cape Pillar

33.3 km return

12 h, 2 days to 3 days

12 h, 2 days to 3 days

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