Explore Historic Sites
The World renown Port Arthur Historic Site is a few minutes drive or a 10 minute walk away while the Coal Mines Historic site at Saltwater River is only a 20 minute drive away.
Find out more about these sites with history here.
Swimming, Surfing & Beach walks
It’s a is a very short walk to Possum Beach while the stunning Safety Cove Beach is just a few minute’s drive away. Remarkable Cave and the Crescent Bay Walk are also within a 5-minute drive.
Stewarts Bay beach is also a safe swimming beach for children and less than 10 minutes’ drive.
Other favourite swimming spots are at White Beach and Slopen Main Beach – a 15- and 25-minute drive away.
As you leave the peninsula, Eaglehawk Neck Beach is great for walking and surfing.
Other top surf spots include Remarkable cave, Roaring Beach near Nubeena, and Shipstern Bluff for the big wave surfers.
Forest Walks & Bike Rides
We have many km’s of walking and bike trails through 150 acres of managed private forest directly accessed from the camp.
There is also a walking track to the Port Arthur Historic Site accessed from the camp’s rear gate, and there are many walking trails on the Tasman Peninsula within a short drive such as the Cresent Bay Walk just past Safety Cove.
For more information on walks see BUSHWALK – Tasman Peninsula and Peninsula Hike and Trails
Kayaking & Fishing
The beautiful Canarvon Bay area has quiet coves for peaceful paddles and the whole Peninsula provides great fishing spots in many locations. BYO equipment.
The whole Peninsula provides great fishing spots in many locations such as the public jetties at Port Arhtur, White Beach and Eaglehawk Neck. BYO equipment. For more water-based activities see these outdoor adventures.
Wildlife Watching
There is plenty of wildlife to see at night (even Tassie Devils) and birds during the day. You might even see our resident Wedgetail Eagle! Find out more about the wildlife on the Peninsula here.
Horse-riding Trails
We welcome camping with horses, and there are secure yards available along with fantastic trails through the forests of the 400 acres. (Prior Permission required).
Riding on the nearby beaches is permitted. Enquire with Marian for more information and booking guidance.