Strahan
Prepare to feel the immensity of nature at this remote town at the gateway to World Heritage-listed wilderness.
Explore the mirrored waterways with Gordon River Cruises and World Heritage Cruises. Passengers see Hells Gates, where Macquarie Harbour, Australia's second-largest natural harbour, meets the Southern Ocean, then cruise into serene Gordon River. The final stop is the former penal colony of Sarah Island.
In town, head to Peoples Park and stroll through cool-temperate rainforest to reach Hogarth Falls – the experience is one of Tasmania’s 60 Great Short Walks (you might even spot a platypus).
Path to Hogarth Falls
Paul Fleming
Gordon River Cruises
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Gordon River Cruises - Sarah Island
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Strahan waterfront
Stu Gibson
Gordon River
Jess Bonde
Ocean Beach
Tourism Tasmania & Rob Burnett
Where
Strahan is a 4hr 30min drive (300km) from Hobart and a 3hr drive (226km) from Devonport.
Insider tips
- Head to Regatta Point Station to board the West Coast Wilderness Railway for a heritage train ride into the rainforest.
- Learn about the last great convict escape from Sarah Island at The Ship That Never Was, Australia’s longest-running play.
- At the Morrison family’s fragrant Huon Pine Shop and Gallery, see how salvaged logs are transformed into craft timber. Gather onsite for community events (including poetry evenings) and mingle with the locals.
- Download the Discover Tasmania app, your personalised Tasmanian travel guide, loaded with great things to eat, drink, see and do. The app’s ‘Planner’ feature lets you build your itinerary, while real-time tips and updates mean you won’t miss a thing.
