Maria Island Penitentiary
Maria Island Penitentiary

Maria Island Penitentiary accommodation

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Fire ban: Seasonal campfire bans are in place
Applies from 5/11/2024
​​​​Campfires, pot fires and other solid fuel stoves are banned in all parks and reserves in the following local government areas: Tasman, King Island, Flinders, Dorset, Break O’Day, Glamorgan-Spring Bay and Sorell.  

They are also banned in Narawntapu National Park.  ​

This is a seasonal ban to reduce the risk of fire over summer.

​The map​ below shows all affected areas.  You can still use gas stoves and gas barbecues. 

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 Look out for these signs.



Please note: The Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area and the Vale of Belvoir Conservation Area are fuel stove only areas at all times of the year.

Last reviewed 4/2/2025 10:29 AM


Planned event: Maria Island - ferry bookings essential
Applies from 10/12/2024

​​Demand to travel to Maria Island National Park is currently very high. 

Ferry bookings are essential to avoid disappointment and delays at check if you do not have a booking. It also ensures that you will be notified by the ferry company if there are any changes to the schedule. 

​Visit the Encounter Maria Island website for ferry timetables, fares and to make a booking.​

Last reviewed 8/1/2025 09:05 AM


Closed area: Painted Cliffs - Partial closure
Applies from 8/5/2024

​​​A section of the Painted Cliffs will be closed to public access, pending ​​geotechnical surveys to determine safety risks of loose overhanging rocks.

For further information, please contact the Maria Island Gateway on (03) 6123 4040.​

Last reviewed 5/8/2024 11:57 AM


A valid parks pass is required for entry to Tasmania's national parks.
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Fees:
Per room, per night:
Up to 2 people
$44
Additional adults (18+)
$10
Family (2 adults, 3 children)
$50
Additional children (ages 5-17; under 5 years stays free)
$5
School groups (outside school holidays)
$30
Bookings:

Bookings can be made up to 6 months in advance. Book online or by contacting the Sheffield Visitor Information Centre at svic@kentish.tas.gov.au or (03) 6491 1179.​​

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​​​Basic bunkhouse-style accommodation is available in the old Penitentiary at Darlington – a unique opportunity to spend the evening at this World Heritage Listed convict site.

There are nine rustic sleeping rooms, each with six bunk beds and comfortable mattresses, a picnic-style table and chairs, and a wood-heater (wood supplied). A larger, tenth room sleeps 14 people. 

There is no electricity in the Penitentiary rooms and the toilet block is separate but nearby.