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East Cloudy Head walk, background overlooking ocean from hilltop
East Cloudy Head (photograph: Chris Crerar)

East Cloudy Head

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    • Bruny Island Field Centre
      c/- Alonnah Post Office
      Bruny Island TAS 7150
      Phone: 03 6293 1419
    4 hours return, 12km
    Grade 4: Bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may be long, rough and very steep. Directional signage may be limited.
    A valid parks pass is required for entry to Tasmania's national parks.
    The start of this walk is a 50 minute drive south of the ferry terminal on Bruny Island. Take Lennon Rd (B66) and continue on this road as it becomes Bruny Island Main Road. Continue through Alonnah and when you reach the T-junction in Lunawanna take a left onto Cloudy Bay Road. Park at the end of Cloudy Bay Road.

    About

    The first 3 km of this beautiful walk in South Bruny National Park are along the white sands of Cloudy Bay Beach. ​

    Nesting shorebirds lay their eggs among the beach debris during spring and summer, so please stick to walking on the wet sand during this period. Follow the curve of the beach to the south end, before turning inland al​​​​ong Imlays Creek.

    From here, you’ll follow an old 4WD track with a number of steep ascents and descents for a further 3km. The track is surrounded by colourful, bird-filled heathland and when you reach Cloudy Head you’ll be rewarded with stunning views along the south coast of Bruny Island and out to The Friars. On clear days you’ll be able to look west and north west to see kunanyi/Mount Wellington and the southern ranges. 

    ​Return by the same route.   ​

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      Bruny Island lies just off the south-east coast of Tasmania, and a short journey by vehicle and passenger ferry from Kettering is required to access the island. Kettering is about 40 minutes from Hobart via Kingston on A6 and then B68.

      The ferry departs regularly throughout the day, and there is currently no requirement to book in advance, but you should allow plenty of additional time during peak periods such as Easter. The 15-minute ferry ride lands on Bruny Island at Roberts Point. From there, travel by road (sealed and unsealed) to the southern part of the island.​​

      Further ferry information can be found by visiting​ Sealink Bruny Island​.​​

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      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.

      ​There are public toilets near the car park at the end of Cloudy Bay Road, Cloudy Corner campground, and on the track. 

      More information

      ​Find out other essential information for visiting Tasmania's parks and reserves on our Know Before You Go web page.

      Walker safety - day walks​

      When you plan to walk in Tasmania, plan for the possibility of bad weather and unexpected situations. Conditions in Tasmania can change at any time of year. 

      Choose a walk that matches your group’s fitness and experience. The track classification guide​ explains walk difficulty ratings and can help you choose a suitable track. 

      Grade 4 and 5 walks can be especially challenging and may include steep climbs, rocky ground, mud, cliffs, or require navigation skills.  

      For all walks: 

      • check the weather forecast before you go
      • take a map
      • let someone know your plans. 

      If you are walking in remote areas or conditions are uncertain, carry extra food, and a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB). Consider taking an emergency shelter or tent. Learn about the dangers of cold by watching the hypothermia safety video. ​​The safety video is also available with Chinese subtitles.

      More information on planning, including recommended gear lists, is available on our Safety in Parks web page. 


      ​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​

      When you plan to walk in Tasmania, plan for the possibility of bad weather and unexpected situations. Conditions in Tasmania can change at any time of year. 

      Choose a walk that matches your group’s fitness and experience. The track classification guide​ explains walk difficulty ratings and can help you choose a suitable track. 

      Grade 4 and 5 walks can be especially challenging and may include steep climbs, rocky ground, mud, cliffs, or require navigation skills.  

      For all walks: 

      • check the weather forecast before you go
      • take a map
      • let someone know your plans. 

      If you are walking in remote areas or conditions are uncertain, carry extra food, and a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB). Consider taking an emergency shelter or tent. Learn about the dangers of cold by watching the hypothermia safety video. ​​The safety video is also available with Chinese subtitles.

      More information on planning, including recommended gear lists, is available on our Safety in Parks web page.