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Caravan and 4WD at powered campsite, Narawntapu National Park
Powered campsite, Narawntapu National Park (photograph: Dan Broun)

Narawntapu camping

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  • Access friendly
  • Barbecues
  • Campfires permitted
  • Camping
  • Caravan access
  • Park ranger
  • Parking
  • Picnic facilities
  • Showers (hot)
  • Telephone
  • Toilets
  • Visitor centre

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    • Mersey Field Centre
      1349 Bakers Beach Road, Bakers Beach TAS 7307
      Postal: PO Box 153
      Devonport TAS 7310
      Phone: 03 6428 6277
      Email: Narawntapu.Parks@parks.tas.gov.au

      ​Visitor centre opening hours
      Open 7 days - (closed between 12.30pm and 1pm daily) ​
      9am-  4pm– December to April 
      9.30am to 3.30pm April to December* 
      *dates vary depending on school holidays

    A valid parks pass is required for entry to Tasmania's national parks.
    Caravan/Campervan    Tent   
    Fees: ​​​​​Unpowered sites
    • 2 people - $13.00
    • Each additional adult (18+) - $5.00
    • Each additional child (5-17 years, under 5 no charge) - $2.50
    • Family (2 adults, 3 children) - $16.00
    Powered sites
    • 2 people - $16.00
    • Each additional adult (18+) - $7.00
    • Each additional child (5-17 years, under 5 no charge) - $3.50
    • Family (2 adults, 3 children) - $22.00
    Bookings:

    ​​Bookings​ are only taken for large school groups.

    About

    ​​​​​Narawntapu National Park has four campgrounds to choose from, Springlawn, Bakers Point, Koybaa and The Horse Yards.

    After-hours campers are able to use a self-registration system at the Springlawn Visitors Centre. 

    All campgrounds have hybrid chemical/ septic toilets and there are a number of picnic tables located around the campgrounds.

    ​​​Springlawn

    The main facilities located at Springlawn are powered and are suitable for caravans, campervans and camper trailers. Some campsites are accessible for wheelchairs. Wheelchair accessible amenities are accessed via entrances at the back of the amenities block.

    Springlawn has a shower block, and 4 minute shower tokens are available from the Visitor Centre for a fee. 

    A blackwater dump point is available at the campground.

    Bakers Point

    The Bakers Point campgrounds are unpowered and are available for caravans and camping, with campfires permitted in the designated fireplaces. Bring your own pre-cut firewood. Please note that seasonal restrictions may apply. There are accessible campsites, toilets and a picnic area with unsheltered tables.

    A blackwater dump point is available at the campground.

    Koybaa

    The Koybaa campgrounds are unpowered, and are for tents only.

    The Horse Yards

    ​The Horse yards campgrounds are ​camping only and are unpowered, campfires are permitted in the designated fireplaces. Bring your own pre-cut firewood. Please note that seasonal restrictions may apply. Please remember that if you are bringing horses into the National Park, you will need to notify the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service staff 4 days in advance.​​

    Narawntapu National Park is located on the central north coast of Tasmania.

    The main section of the park, Springlawn and Bakers Beach, is accessible from B71, 30 minutes east of Devonport and the ferry terminal, B72 north of Westbury or north west from Launceston following the Tamar Highway (A7) and turning left at Exeter on to the B71. Watch for the marked turnoff to the park, Bakers Beach Road (C740), and follow all the way in to the Park.​

    From Launceston, you can access West Head or Badger Beach at the eastern end of the park in under an hour by driving up the West Tamar Highway (A7) and turning left into C721 for Badger Head Settlement, or continue on the A7 to access West Head via Greens Beach.​

    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.

    Campfires are permitted in the designated fireplaces at Bakers Point and Horseyards only. Users will need to provide their own pre-cut fire wood or purchase it from the Visitor Centre. Visitors are encouraged to use a portable cooking stove.​​​

    ​​​Campfires are only permitted at designated campgrounds within designated fireplaces. Campfires are prohibited during seasonal fire restrictions. Never leave your campfire unattended - it is prohibited. For campfire safety and how to check whether any restrictions are in place see Campfires and fire restrictions.​

    Always check local signage for campfire restrictions before lighting a campfire. Bring your own water and firewood.  It is best to have a fuel stove with you for cooking, as restrictions can change. 

    For the safety of everyone - completely extinguish your campfire before you depart and ensure no hot coals remain.  Remember - Soak it. Stir it. Soak it again.​

    Please take all rubbish away with you.

    Free electric barbeques and a sheltered picnic area are available for use near the Visitor Centre. 

    Generators and dogs are not permitted in the national park, please respect other parks visitors, our native plants and ​animals by leaving them at home.

    ​​​​The Visitor Centre at Springlawns' friendly staff offer guidance on the local birds and animals, hiking, camping, fishing, beach use or other questions to help make the most of your experience in the Park. There is also a small souvenir shop with a selection of books. Snacks and drinks, bait and ice are also ​available for purchase. The nearest supermarket and petrol station is a 25 minute drive away.​

    Toilets and Visitor Centre are located a short drive through the main Park entrance, near the Springlawn campsite. There are no other toilet facilities along the walking tracks.

    Park passes and camping fees can be paid at the Springlawn Visitor Centre. For after-hours campers, ​self-registration facilities are avaiable at the Visitor Centre and West Head, however cash is required. 

    Water is available from tanks and bores at various locations around the park, including Springlawn, the Horse Yards, Bakers Point and Koybaa campsites. The water is untreated and should be boiled for several minutes before drinking. We recommend bringing your own drinking water. Bring a container for carrying water. Visitors should note that there is no drinking water at either Badger Beach or West Head. There is no permanent, fresh water source along the hikes.

    Consider tides and coastal conditions when planning beach activities and walks, there are significant sections of beach restricted in high tides and large swell conditions.​​​​

    Bakers beach within Narawntapu is popular for swimming and fishing however none are patrolled and ocean conditions can be variable, caution should be used at all times.


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