West Coast Wilderness Way

Travel The West Coast Wilderness Way, northwest of Hobart, to the national parks and wilderness of the state's rugged interior, past old towns, hop fields, orchards and fly-fishing streams.

Derwent Valley
This includes Mount Field National Park, the most accessible of all Tasmania's National Parks, the National Trust listed town of Hamilton, home to one of the State's premier craft galleries and Salmon Ponds where trout have been raised since 1864. A museum and interpretation centre is located in its beautiful grounds. A visit to the Australasian Golf Museum in Bothwell is a must for any golf enthusiast.

Queenstown
After 100 years of settlement, this former mining town retains the atmosphere of the old boom-times when it had a hotel on every corner. The Mt Lyell Mine is still producing copper and mine tours are available. You can fish for rainbow trout in nearby Lake Burbury.
Visitor Information Centre, Driffield Street.
Open daily 9am-5pm
Ph: 6471 2388

Rosebery
This is the major mining town of the West Coast. On its eastern boundary is the commanding Mt Murchison. At Williamsford 8km south of Rosebery, is Tasmania's highest waterfall, Montezuma Falls. The area surrounding Rosebery has some of the most ancient rainforest systems in the world and is home to some unique flora and the oldest huon pine tree known to man.
www.westcosttourism.com.au

Strahan
Situated on Macquarie Harbour, Strahan was the port for the mines. The Union Steamship building and the Customs House are impressive reminders of that era. Today this tiny town is the gateway to the World Heritage Area. River cruises to the Gordon River include Sarah Island, the state's first penal colony. Helicopters and planes offer flights with breathtaking views of the wilderness. Magnificent Ocean Beach, 6km from the town, is one of the most stunning in Australia.
Strahan Visitor Centre, The Esplanade;
Open daily 9am-5pm
Ph: 6471 7622

Zeehan
Known as 'Silver City' with a population of 10,000 in its heyday, today the town is home to the Pioneer's Memorial Museum with material from west coast mines and the numerous ships that have been wrecked in the treacherous seas off the coast. Many of the old buildings, including the Gaiety Theatre and Grand Hotel, are still standing and are in everyday use which gives us an idea of its past importance.
Pioneer's Memorial Museum, Main Street;
Open daily 9am-5pm
Ph: 6471 6225

4 Wheelers - Henty Sand Dunes
For 10 years Carsten Shcwoch, 4 Wheelers owner/operator, has been guiding tours of the Henty Sand Dunes. The amazing beauty and sheer size of the largest moving dune system in Tasmania will astound you. Follow your guide, taking in the spectacular views of the “Roaring 40’s” and the coast line of the Wild West Coast. There are plenty of opportunities for photos along the way and the ride suits everyone from the novice to the experienced rider.
Tours depart from the Henty Sand Dunes picnic area, just 10 minutes from the centre of Strahan along the B27 highway to Zeehan.
Bookings essential and current full car licence necessary.
Ph: 0419 508 175

The Total Cruising Adventure
Cruising on the Gordon River is one of those ‘not to be missed’ adventures and three of the highlights of the cruise are: Hells Gates, the treacherous entrance to Macquarie Harbour, the infamous Sarah Island penal settlement, and Heritage Landing, with its stunning rainforest scenery. Enjoy a tasty buffet lunch or dinner as the magnificent wilderness glides by. At the end of the cruise alight at Morrison’s Mill and see, touch and smell the Huon pine story.
To with this amazing cruise is a big selection of accommodation styles to suit every budget. From luxury heritage to modern family units and cabins, World Heritage Cruises provide a total cruising package. And Strahan has much, much more to offer. Ask about adventure activities such as jet boat rides, and helicopter and seaplane scenic flights when you book your cruise package. And don’t forget to ride the famous West Coast Wilderness Railway.
For all package bookings call the World Heritage Cruises hotline on 1800 611 796