Mt Owen 4x4 Experience

From 1881 Pioneering Piners and Miners along Macquarie harbour forged their way into the wilderness seeking gold. Not just gold in the streams and rock but also the golden timber of Huon Pine, King Billy, Sassafras and all the special timbers species growing in the most ancient Tasmanian forests. See the places and hear the stories with a passionate local as your guide. This is real forest bathing, simply breathing under these ancient organisms is euphoric and after all 'You've come a long way, may as well sniff a bit of Sassafras' Try gold and gemstone panning/fossicking and mine ore in the Jukes Pty underground mine. Be treated to a miners crib break at #1 stope.

Enjoy the space at the Paragon Theatre with some other local points of interest before one of RoamWild Tasmania's guides take you to visit the 1914 commissioned hydropower station and still standing abandoned village. Tour the village and enjoy an interpretive visit to the village hall. Take in the video presentation of the wonderful lifestyle people enjoyed here while your guide prepares a morning or afternoon refreshment. Enter the still authentically working power station and touch the wooden pipelines that still deliver water to the turbines. Call into the mine site to view the receiving station (The Sub), the original railway sheds and workshops of the Mt Lyell ABT railway with other points of interest on the return journey. Note: The Lake Margaret hydropower scheme is in full operation, is a working industrial site and is one of Hydro Tasmania's generating assets.

Take an intrepid 4x4 journey deep into the Franklin/Gordon World Heritage area. Unlocking the gate to real wilderness we take you on an exclusive trip far beyond the normal range of public access. See remnants of the NO DAMS era blockade that saved this wonderland from development. Hear the stories and enjoy a picnic snack where the would-be dam builders were stopped. Extend the adventure and we can really get serious and 4x4 over Mt McCall to the Franklin River and the proposed number 2 Dam site. And just maybe see a passing rafting expedition.

The Empire Hotel located in Queenstown is a Tasmanian icon. Built in 1901 it dates back to the wealth of the mining era at the turn of the twentieth century. It is the "grand old lady" of the West Coast and has a prominent facade in the town streetscape. Inside is a National Trust listed staircase made from Tasmanian blackwood. The restaurant is set in a large traditional dining room with a sense of the grandeur of the past. In cold conditions, the fire is lit for added warmth and ambience. Planning a MTB getaway in Queenstown, Tasmania, look no further than The Empire Hotel! We have brand new MTB facilities, located on a dedicated level, perfect for your next MTB adventure. The Empire Hotel is home to 24 accommodation rooms, bar, gaming, restaurant and bottle shop, which is everything you need for your stay in Queenstown, located on the West Coast of Tasmania.

Private modern studio in the centre of Queenstown. Unwind from your West Coast adventure in this private, renovated studio – right in the centre of Queenstown. This modern room with great views has heating and air conditioning is equipped with a kitchenette, free Wifi, Smart TV, Netflix and streaming services. Secure keyless entry with access through a private verandah - ample parking available. Coffee, tea and cereal, yoghurt and juice are complimentary. Miners Siding BnB is central to all town amenities - cafes, supermarkets, chemist, takeaways, the historic Empire Hotel, the Galley Museum, West Coast Wilderness Railway and Paragon Theatre.

This 1898 National Trust mansion with stunning views overlooking Queenstown provides unique accredited 4.5 star accommodation with 21st century comforts. Penghana operates six individually styled, spacious, QS, upstairs guest rooms. A private wing comprising 2 spacious bedrooms with sitting area, share separate shower room and separate toilet. Ideal for a 2-4 guest group travelling together. As well as a formal lounge and licensed bar downstairs, all guests have access to a loungeroom and well appointed kitchenette. Ideal or snacks and pre-prepared food when relaxing "in house" time preferred. Apart from your silver service, cooked to order breakfast, guests can be chauffeur driven to/from dinner and take advantage of overnight EV charging facilities. Penghana is ideally located to 'unpack once' and access all the West Coast has to offer: from award-winning Wilderness Railway experience and Strahan River Cruises (40-minute drive), to personalized wilderness tours, museums, galleries/exhibitions, even day trips to Cradle Mountain or Corinna. For the adventurous, there is mountain biking, kayaking, walking/hiking tracks and motoring options. History lovers can enjoy a personalized presentation of "The hands that shaped the bannisters" Penghana's permanent photographic display and house story. Looking for a small group short-stay/special occasionsvenue? Whether it be a training session, meeting, small conference, exhibition, wedding, concert or family /friends reunion, a personalized and tailored event can be catered for.