by Mickey Jarvis | Feb 5, 2023 | Dodges / Carlton, Patrolled, South East, Surf
South of Sorell |
Hazard Rating: 5/10 | Parking: Good + close | from Hobart: 40 km | Faces: South-ish into Tiger Head Bay | Length: 2.8 km
The east end is Carlton Beach (the west end is referred to as Park Beach). Close parking but may become limited on good days (sun or surf). Can be accessed along it’s length by means of walkways from Carlton Beach Road (100-200m).
The east has has amenities and is patrolled. A good beach to learn surfing and boarding when patrolled.
At the far east end of the beach is the Carlton Rivermouth which is known for its surf break but not recommended for swimming due to strong currents.
Named by a whaler in 1806 the word Carlton means ‘free peasant settlement’.
by Mickey Jarvis | Mar 13, 2023 | Dodges / Carlton, Low Hazard
South of Carlton |
Hazard Rating: 1/10 | Parking: OK | from Hobart: 50 km | Faces: SW into Frederick Henry Bay | Length: 1 km
Not far from Carlton this is an unknown secluded beach that few people know about. Enter via Beach Road and head left. The beach is a 100 m walk but well worth it. Note the interesting flora walking in.
Connellys Beach is also referred to and is part of Connellys Marsh and Connellys Bay.
by Mickey Jarvis | Feb 5, 2023 | Dodges / Carlton, Low Hazard, South East
Near Dodges Ferry | Hazard Rating: Low | Parking: Varied | from Hobart: 24 km | Length: 2 km | Faces: West into Tiger Head Bay
A protected beach in Dodges Ferry. The south end is great for kids to explore magical rock pools containing all sorts of sea life. Often has lots of birdlife.
Interesting rock formations and a shallow beach make it great to learn snorkeling. I have spent many hours with my children exploring the beach and rocks.
Named after Ernest Okines who leased the property in 1923 and purchased it in 1942. Views of Seven Mile Beach often with spectacular sunsets.
by Mickey Jarvis | Jul 13, 2024 | Dodges / Carlton, South East, Surf
Hazard Rating: 5/10 | Parking: Good + close | from Hobart: 30 km | Faces: South-ish into Tiger Bay | Length: 2.8 km
Park Beach is near Dodges Ferry in southeast Tasmania and is the western end of Carlton Beach.
A popular surf beach close to Hobart that offers a range of surf conditions.
Historically, it was a patrolled beach with a surf club, but it appears no more. The east end (Carlton) is still patrolled.
Ideal for surfers, board riders, body surfers and boogie boards. Smaller surf conditions are better for beginners.
by Mickey Jarvis | Mar 13, 2023 | Dodges / Carlton, South East
Hazard Rating: 2/10 | Parking: Limited | from Hobart: 50 km | Faces: SW into Frederick Henry Bay | Length: 1.8 km
Near Carlton, a beautiful sweeping beach usually well protected and quiet. Best access is on the bottom (south-east) end with other limited access along it’s shore.
Toilets on the south-east end next to the skate ramp about 200m from beach. Shop nearby. Great views of Mt Kunanyi and the island ‘Isle of Caves’.
by Mickey Jarvis | Feb 5, 2023 | Dodges / Carlton, Low Hazard, South East
Hazard Rating: 1/10 | Parking: Good + close | from Hobart: 25 km | Faces: East-ish into Tiger Head Bay | Length: 200 m
Tiger Head Beach is located in Dodges Ferry and is a small well protected beach with shallow foreshore ideal for young kids to play.
Next to an excellent playground called Boat Park with playground, toilets and BBQ’s. It has everything for an ideal picnic or kid’s birthday party.
Close to shops & a recommended fish & chip shop. An excellent boat ramp with good fishing access.
