Hellyer Gorge picnic area

The Bischoff Hotel is a heritage listed Edwardian-Federation style building, constructed in 1909. Said to be the only hotel in the country with waterfall views, you must experience the magnificence of the waterfall in person. Waratah is a quaint little village originally established in 1871 as a tin mining town when it was discovered that tin was abundant in Mt Bischoff. You must add Waratah to your itinerary and visit the Bischoff Hotel where you can access beautifully appointed accommodation, restaurant, bar and bottle shop. The Bischoff Hotel is open 7 days a week from 10am daily.

The Lodge started construction in 2003 – completed in 2009, is located on 110 acres nestled on the edge of the majestic wilderness named ‘The Tarkine’. The Tarkine is the second largest area of temperate rainforest in the world and is home to many varieties of natural vegetation and wildlife. The Tarkine Wilderness Lodge offers guests exclusive use of the facility including 3 luxurious rooms with ensuite and beautiful vistas, on site caravans as well as the campground. The Lodge was purchased by NJL (National Joblink) in early 2021, opening the property up to School Groups and other local Community Organisations, as well as continuing to offer it for self-catered bookings via Airbnb.

The Somerset Hotel offers affordable hotel accommodation on Tasmania’s North West Coast. Somerset is a short drive west of Burnie (6 km) and a two-hour drive from Launceston (154 km). The Somerset Hotel, a member of the Goodstone group of properties, offers newly renovated hotel rooms with ensuite. All rooms include a television and clock radio, table and chairs and heating. You can enjoy a drink in one of the Hotel’s bars, or try your luck in the gaming lounge. The Somerset also has an extensive Cellarbrations Bottleshop on site. The property is located in the centre of Somerset and is close to local shops, a golf course and excellent beaches. You can swim, go surfing or try fishing at the mouth of the Cam River. From Somerset, you can drive to many North West Coast attractions including the Table Cape Tulip Farm at Wynyard. Join a wildlife tour or visit national parks including the Rocky Cape National Park near Wynyard, and Cradle Mountain National Park, in Tasmania’s World Heritage wilderness area.