Local Attractions ~ Stanley ~ Circular Head ~ NW Tasmania
Occupying the far North West corner of Tasmania, Circular Head is one of the most productive and scenic regions in the state with extensive forests, farmlands and fisheries.
You can spend a day browsing the galleries, fishing from the wharf or visiting the Seaquarium.
Take the chairlift or climb the famous Nut, a 152m high, long extinct volcanic caldera, providing you with spectacular views over Bass Strait, Stanley, Rocky Cape National Park and beyond.
Discover the history of Stanley by visiting the many historic sites such as Highfield which began in the 1800's by the region's earliest settlers.
Enjoy the peace and quiet of nearby beaches.
Check your handicap at the local golf course. Visitors welcome and clubs can be supplied.
Indulge in mouth-watering local crayfish and oysters from the cool, clean waters of Bass Strait and the Southern Ocean. Or savour succulent, prime beef, naturally fattened locally on lush green pastures.
Visit the edge of the world and revel in a rejuvenating kayak trip or embark on a leisurely cruise of the Arthur River. Explore pristine rainforests and breathe extraodinarily clean air which has been monitored as the cleanest in the world.
Visit Water Wheel Creek - Tasmania's only working example of a timber tram-way and a unique replica of a pioneer timber working environment.
Enjoy a picnic at nearby Dip Falls and marvel at the size of the Big Tree.
Discover the natural beauty of the easily accessible state forests.
You may be fortunate enough to see our wildlife in their natural habitat or avail yourself of one of the many tours which are available.
Stroll or take an exhilarating slide to the bottom of a unique giant sinkhole at Dismal Swamp.
