by Mickey Jarvis | Dec 28, 2023 | Low Hazard, South Arm Road
SOUTH ARM | Hazard Rating: 1/10 | Parking: Good + close | from Hobart: 51 km | Faces: North East into Ralphs Bay | Length: 1.5 km
One of many ‘Shelly Beaches’ in Tasmania. Shelly Beach South Arm is on the eastern side of the arm north of Opossum Bay opposite Mitchells beach on the west. Well protected and not very well known about. A tidal shallow beach with rocky outcrops, bird life and of course… lots of shells (and seaweed), interesting to explore.
Access via Driftwood and Bangor Roads, ignore sign saying no access to Arm End, this does not apply to the beach. Good parking right above beach but no facilities. Dog friendly and ideal for a long walk along a secluded beach. Also has shore based boat ramp.
by Mickey Jarvis | Apr 28, 2024 | Low Hazard, South East, Tasman Peninsula
Hazard Rating: 2/10 | Parking: Good & close | from Hobart: 105 km | Faces: West into Crooked Billet Bay | Length: 3.5 km
Original Name: Turrakana, the homeland of the Pydairrerme (Tasman Peninsula’s Aboriginal people)
A beautiful sweeping beach facing west, ideal for kids due to its protection from the weather. Several entry points along its shore.
Nearby interesting areas to explore such as the coal mines and other historical sites. To get there – turn off at Premaydena, up Saltwater River Road and turn left at Gwandalan Road (about 10 km). The last part is on a good dirt road.
Named after the island to the northwest – Sloping Island (which has a sloping profile), it is also known as Slopen – the name of a farmer Joshua Slopen who had a farm in the area – as both names sound the same in Aussie vernacular no one can tell the difference – so who cares!
Often has great sunsets and there is camping at nearby Lime Bay. Also referred to Nettie Beach on Google Maps? Toilets at the south end.
by Mickey Jarvis | Feb 27, 2025 | East Coast, Low Hazard, St Helens
Near: St Helens | from Hobart: 250 km | Launceston: 175 km
Hazard Rating: 1/10 | Parking: Good + close | Faces: into Georges Bay | Length: 4 km
Stieglitz Beach is situated in Georges Bay on St Helens Point Road. A safe beach to swim at with good parking and facilities along its length.
A playground, toilets and BBQ facilities ideal for small kids. Great bird life, including pelicans and swans.
Stieglitz Beach was named after an early pioneer family named von Stieglitz who lived in the area in 1855.
by Mickey Jarvis | May 4, 2024 | Low Hazard, South East, Tasman Peninsula
Near Port Arthur |
Hazard Rating: 1/10 | Parking: Good + close | from Hobart: 90 km | Faces: Southeast-ish into Ladies Bay | Length: 500 m
Original Name: Turrakana, the homeland of the Pydairrerme (Tasman Peninsula’s Aboriginal people)
Stewarts Bay is located near Port Arthur between Garden and Fryingpan points. Well-protected, the beach is ideal for families and kids.
A must-visit if you are in the area, not usually too busy with great views. My friend Christine grew up here and describes it as a positive and pivotal part of growing up in the area. Alberry Creek enters into the bay for a safe paddling area. Access to the beach to launch small boats and kayaks, etc.
There is a park area for a picnic with nearby toilets.
by Mickey Jarvis | Jan 14, 2023 | Greater Hobart, Low Hazard, Wheelchair Friendly
Hazard Rating: Low | Parking: Good + close | from Hobart: 2.4 km | Faces: East into the Derwent River | Length: 150 m
Wheel Chair Access: Disabled parking and a gentle gradient to the beach often on packed sand.
Short Beach is situated near Sandy Bay and Battery Point and surprisingly – it is not very long! Best accessed via Queen Street,
A protected beach with a playground, great swings, toilets and a BBQ area.
A dog friendly beach that is great for dog walking.
Ideal for learning to paddle board or kayak, but often not recommended for swimming due to poor water quality.
by Mickey Jarvis | Jan 6, 2024 | Channel, Low Hazard, South
Hazard Rating: 2/10 | Parking: Good + close | from Hobart: 25 km | Faces: East into Northwest Bay | Length: 600m
A somewhat protected beach in North West Bay which is ideal for kids and family.
A small playground and BBQ area behind the beach. Cabin and camping ground nearby – Snug Beach Cabin & Camping Park.
Located in Snug – off Beach Road on the Channel Highway south of Hobart. Views of north Bruny and the Channel.
Proclaimed a town in 1908, the name is believed to have come from sailors who found “snug” anchorage for their ships in the D’Entrecasteaux Channel.
