Camping at Encampment Cove, Maria Island National Park.
Camping at Encampment Cove, Maria Island National Park. (photograph: Dan Broun)

Maria Island camping - Encampment Cove

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Fire ban: Campfire restrictions are in place
Applies from 21/10/2023

​​​​​​​​​Campfire restrictions have will come into effect in the following parks and reserves from Saturday 21 October 2023.

Campfires, pot fires and other solid fuel stoves will be banned in the following parks and reserves: ​

  • Flinders Island
  • King Island
  • Maria Island​
  • Dorset, Break O’Day, Glamorgan/Spring Bay, Sorell, Tasman, Kingborough and Huon Valley municipalities
  • Narawntapu National Park
  • Snaky Creek Conservation Area
  • Tooms Lake Conservation Area​

Gas stoves and gas barbecues will be permitted. 

The seasonal campfire restrictions will be in place until further notice.

​The State Fire Restrictions map​ shows all affected areas.

Last reviewed 29/11/2023 02:21 PM


A valid parks pass is required for entry to Tasmania's national parks.
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Fees:

​​Camping at this campground is free with a valid parks pass​​.

Bookings:

​Bookings are not available for this campground.

About

The small and sheltered campground is located alongside the calm waters of Encampment Cove. An overnight stay here allows you to explore the convict ruins that once made up the Long Point Probation Station at nearby Point Lesueur.

Access to Encampment Cove is via a 3 hour and 45 minute walk from Darlington, where the ferry service operates. Encampment Cove can also be accessed by private boat, which can be moored in the bay.​

Portable stoves are preferred for cooking; however, campfires are permitted within existing metal fireplaces (unless fire restrictions are in place). Bring your own firewood if you plan on having a fire​.​

A limited supply of non-treated tank water is available. For drinking water it is recommended that campers use purification tablets or boil the water for at least one minute before use. Frequent dry weather and high seasonal demand make water a precious resource. Please use it with care.