A coastline made for adventures — bushwalks, hidden beaches, historic villages and wild mountain country, all within easy reach.
Boat Harbour Beach is one of those rare places where you can do as much — or as little — as you like. Spend lazy days on the sand, lace up your boots for a national-park walk, or set off to explore the historic towns and wild landscapes of Tasmania's beautiful north-west. Wherever you wander, you'll be back by the bay for sunset.
15 min drive
Wynyard Airport
12 km · 12 min
Wynyard township
31 km · 30 min
Burnie
Short walk
Beach access
Before you go anywhere, take a moment for the reason everyone comes to Boat Harbour.
Beach On your doorstep
Powder-white sand and clear turquoise water, widely rated among Australia’s most beautiful beaches. Calm, family-friendly swimming, rock pools to explore at low tide, and a surf club café right on the sand.
From gentle coastal strolls to a big day in the mountains — here's where to point the car.
National Park Adjoining the area
Tasmania’s smallest national park wraps the coastline in sea caves, wildflowers and ancient Aboriginal heritage sites. Bushwalks range from gentle strolls to rewarding day hikes with sweeping coastal views.
Beach 8 km · 10 min
A quiet, safe swimming beach with five kilometres of glistening white sand, picnic areas and barbecues. Nearby Birdland Native Gardens offers a nature trail and aviaries the kids will love.
Scenic 20 km · 20 min
A dramatic coastal lookout and historic lighthouse atop an ancient volcanic cape. In spring, the Table Cape Tulip Farm bursts into colour — one of the largest walkable tulip displays in the Southern Hemisphere (late September to mid-October).
Day Trip 50 km · 45 min
A charming historic fishing village beneath ‘The Nut’ — a sheer-sided volcanic plug rising from the sea. Ride the chairlift or walk to the top for 360-degree Bass Strait views, then explore the heritage streets and seafood.
Wilderness 2 – 2.5 hr drive
One of Tasmania’s most iconic wilderness areas. Make a memorable day trip to Dove Lake, spot wombats and echidnas, and walk beneath the jagged peaks of Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park.
Each time of year brings something special to the north-west coast.
Sep – Nov
Wildflowers in Rocky Cape and the famous Table Cape tulip fields in bloom.
Dec – Feb
Long warm days, swimming and rock-pooling — the beach at its very best.
Mar – May
Mild, settled weather, golden light and a quieter, peaceful coastline.
Jun – Aug
Crisp, clear days, dramatic skies and cosy cabins — the beach all to yourself.
Settle into a cabin or camp site by the beach and explore the north-west at your own pace.
