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Wineglass Bay (photograph: Chris Crerar)

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Closed area: camping toilets and visitor centre toilets - Freycinet National Park
Applies from 17/7/2025

​The water supply in Freycinet National Park will be turned off for maintenance on 17 July 2025 from 9am to 3pm.

All camping toilets and Visitor Centre toilets will be closed during this time​​.

Toilets will be open at the Wineglass Bay Carpark.​​

Public toilets are also available at the Coles Bay Town Hall, Harold Street.​​​​​

Last reviewed 10/7/2025 12:02 PM

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    2.5-3.5 hrs return, 6 km
    Grade 3: Some bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface and many steps.
    Supervise children, unpatrolled beaches. Steep track. Bushwalking experience required. Walking boots recommended.
    A valid parks pass is required for entry to Tasmania's national parks.
    Once inside Freycinet National Park, follow the main road to the walking tracks car park.

    About

    ​This walk allows you to dip your toes into the turquoise waters and wander the sparkling white sand of Wineglass Bay Beach.

    Take the track to the Wineglass Bay Lookout for one of Tasmania’s most celebrated views. Once you’re at the saddle, take the approximately 1000 stairs down to Wineglass Bay Beach. An additional 20-minute stroll along the sand to the southern end of the beach will give you magnificent views back towards the Hazards.

    Time spent on this spectacular beach is well-worth the trek; whales and dolphins can ​be spotted in the Bay during the migratory season. However, the challenging walk to Wineglass Bay Beach is not suitable for everyone. If you are less fit, allow extra time and take regular rest stops – they’re the perfect opportunity to admire the view! 

    While it’s quite a workout, returning via the same track is the shortest and easiest route.

    There are no facilities along the track until you reach Wineglass Bay where there is a composting toilet. There are no bins located at the beach – please take your rubbish out with you. ​

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      ​​​​The park is about 2.5 to 3 hours from either Launceston or Hobart. Turn off the Tasman Highway (A3) onto the Coles Bay Road (C302), 12km south of Bicheno.

      The turn-off to the Friendly Beaches section of the park is via a gravel road about 9km after leaving the Tasman Highway (A3).

      The main park entrance and Freycinet Visitor Centre are accessed by driving straight through the Coles Bay township, 28km from the highway on a sealed road.​

      You can also access the park by public transport or tours.

      Where possible, please avoid driving in our reserves at night. You are sharing the roads with our native wildlife, so take it slow and watch out for animals on the road.

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      ​​Freycinet Visitor Centre

      ​​​The visitor centre is located within the main entrance to the park and introduces the region’s natural and cultural heritage through creative displays. The centre is open daily with friendly staff on hand to assist with enquiries.

      • May - November 9am to 4pm
      • ​December -April 8am to 5pm

      The shop at the visitor centre sells a range of products, including park passes, postcards, souvenirs, outdoor equipment, clothing and an extensive range of books.​

      Drinking water

      Please note that drinking water is scarce in the National Park. Refill your water bottles from the visitor centre’s filtered/chilled water station. Taps are also located at Honeymoon Bay and the Wineglass Bay Walking Tracks Car Park.

      Facilities 

      Electric barbecues, picnic tables and toilets are located at Honeymoon Bay and Ranger Creek. Toilets are also available at the Walking Tracks Car Park.

      ​Drones are not permitted to be used within Tasmanian national parks or reserves.

      Please take all your rubbish out when you leave.

      ​​​​This is a Fuel Stove Only Area. Fires are prohibited. Please see our Fuel Stove Only Areas webpage ​for more information.​​

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      ​Find out other essential information for visiting Tasmania's parks and reserves on our know before you go section.

      ​​​​Freycinet National Park walks are often on steep granite and loose gravel surfaces – sturdy footwear is recommended. This park has unpatrolled beaches and hazardous cliffs. Supervise children at all times.

      ​Remember the safe walking guidelines

      • ​Plan to walk safely
      • Be prepared
      • Avoid walking alone and let someone know your plans
      • Record your trip intentions in the log books 
      • Be prepared to turn back

      Walker safety - day walks​

      ​Even for a short walk on a fine day, carry a light pack with a weatherproof jacket, warm hat, water (1 litre per person for every 3 hours of walking), some high energy food and a first aid kit that includes an emergency space blanket. At the same time, be prepared for bright sunshine—carry a sunhat, sunglasses, sunscreen. Insect repellent can also make your walk more comfortable and be sure to take a rubbish bag and carry your rubbish out with you.

      If your mobile phone has a signal t​​ake it with you. Limit use of your phone to conserve the battery. If your short walk takes you into very remote areas it would be wise to pack extra food and an emergency shelter or tent.

      For full safety information please refer to Safety in parks.