Ocean view from Bivouac Bay, Tasman National Park
Bivouac Bay
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Bivouac Bay

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Closed area: Tasmans Arch and Devils Kitchen – Tasman National Park
Applies from 15/4/2026

​The Tasmans Arch and Devil’s Kitchen Visitor Site is closed from 15 April to 31 July 2026 for planned infrastructure improvements.

The toilet at Tasmans Arch carpark will remain open.

Waterfall Bay can continue to be accessed from Waterfall Bay Road only.

Last reviewed 11/5/2026 11:47 AM


4 hours return, 10km return
Grade 3: Some bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface and many steps.
Supervise children, unpatrolled beaches, unprotected track edges.
A valid parks pass is required for entry to Tasmania's national parks.

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​A delightfully varied coastal walk that feels remote but is quite accessible. Starting on the tranquil sands of Fortescue Bay, the walk climbs to a modest clifftop, then undulates through light bush and forest. You’re never far from the water, and are sure to see sea birds, and perhaps even seals, dolphins or whales in the bay. At Canoe Bay, a bit over halfway to Bivouac Bay, keep an eye out for the rusting metal of the sunken dredge William Pitt. From Canoe Bay the track follows the unique coastline before a moderately steep climb into Bivouac Bay.  After reaching Bivouac Bay, you have the option to camp at Bivouac Bay campground or​ return on the same track back to Fortescue Bay. ​

Tasman National Park map from Fortescue Bay Camground along Bivouac Bay walk to Bivouac Bay Camground