Tasman National Park

Tasman National Park is a nature reserve on the Tasman Peninsula featuring 300-meter dolerite cliffs that rise dramatically along the shoreline. The two main areas, Pirates Bay and Waterfall Bay, concentrate most attractions and provide access to varied rock formations.

The area was designated as a protected reserve in 1917 by Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service. This early action marked the start of modern conservation efforts on the peninsula.

The coastline was home for thousands of years to the Pydairerme, a clan of the Oyster Bay Nation, whose presence is marked by archaeological sites scattered across the rocky shores.

A 90-minute drive from Hobart provides access to the peninsula, with various walking trails of different lengths and difficulty levels. Plan to spend several hours to enjoy the best views of rock formations.

The Three Capes Track stretches 46 kilometers through different climate zones, revealing remarkable rock formations like the Candlestick and Totem Pole sea stacks. These striking pillars were carved by thousands of years of wave and wind erosion.

Location: Tasman

Operator: Tasmania Parks & Wildlife Service

GPS coordinates: -43.18686,147.73282

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:01