BAY OF FIRES

Binalong Bay, at the southern end of larapuna / the Bay of Fires area, is a two-hour-and-twenty-minute drive, or 175 kilometres, east of Launceston. From Hobart, it’s a three-hour-and-twenty-minute drive, or 263 kilometres, to the north-east.

Mount William National Park is a two-hour-and-fifteen-minute drive, or 165 kilometres, north-east of Launceston via Gladstone. Alternatively, the southern end of the park can be reached via gravel road from St Helens, the largest town in the area and the best place to pick up supplies, including groceries and fuel.

If beachside camping isn’t your thing, you’ll find plush beach houses and cosy holiday cottage accommodation in St Helens, Binalong Bay and Ansons Bay.

There are no public transport options in the Bay of Fires. For anyone travelling without a car, the best way to see the Bay of Fires is on a guided bus tour or cruise. There are a plethora of options available, ranging from single-day escapes departing Launceston, to multi-day discovery tours.

wukalina / Mount William is in Mount William National Park. A parks pass is required for entry to Tasmania’s national parks. Trained dog guides assisting people who are blind or have low vision are permitted in national parks. However, you will need to obtain a permit for them and carry identification with you. To obtain this permit or for enquiries relating to other assistance animals, please phone the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service or email parkfees@parks.tas.gov.au ahead of your visit.

If you are interested in participating in one of the Bay of Fires walking tours, please contact the operator directly to discuss any accessibility concerns and determine if this tour is appropriate for your individual circumstances.