Freycinet National Park on Tasmania's east coast is famous for the round Wineglass Bay with white sand, pink granite mountains and local oysters. Here you'll find all the checked spots from our map with tips.
You reach Freycinet by car from Hobart in about two and a half hours along the east coast. Buses run to the turn-off, but after that it's awkward without a car. Coles Bay is the town at the park entrance. The route is part of the Great Eastern Drive road trip.
December to March is the warmest, but the water stays cold. Spring and autumn are ideal for walking. The national park campsites are allocated by ballot for the summer holidays.
A holiday park opposite Muirs Beach with a small backpacker lodge, campsites, a shop, a bakery and a tavern. The most practical place to stay in Coles Bay.
Campsites on Richardsons Beach in the national park. In the summer holidays sites are allocated by ballot.
The white beach in the bay can only be reached on foot; from the lookout it's a steep descent. The water is cold and there's no shade — bring food and water.
The lookout above the perfectly round bay is about an hour return. It's quieter in the morning. Park pass required. If you want more, walk on down to the beach.
A small bay with pink granite rocks facing the Hazards, just a short walk from the car park. At sunset the mountains glow.
A lighthouse with a short, flat boardwalk and views along the east coast. Most beautiful at sunrise.
A small town at the park entrance with local oysters. There are only a few eateries — book early or cook yourself.
About an hour return. Down to the beach and back, allow three to four hours.
Yes, but the water is cold even in summer. Bring food; there's no shade.
Yes, you need a park pass for the national park.
All spots on the Freycinet map. Nearby: Hobart and Launceston. The east coast on the Great Eastern Drive road trip.
Updated September 2026. Checked against official sources and operator websites. Prices, opening hours and seasons change — check before you go.