by Mickey Jarvis | Dec 11, 2023 | Hobart +/- 20km, Low Hazard, South East, Wheelchair Friendly
Eastern Shore near Hobart |
Hazard Rating: 2/10 | Parking: Good + close | from Hobart: 7 km | Faces: South into the River Derwent | Length: 1.2 km
Wheel Chair Access: Beach access mat, 3 disabled parking spaces, change room near beach, disabled toilet 100m along a flat path.
Original People: Occupied for 35,000 years by the semi-nomadic Mouheneener people, a sub-group of the Nuennone.
Located on the Eastern Shore near Hobart extending from Kangaroo Bluff (west) to Second Bluff (east).
Bellerive Beach is a sheltered beach ideal for families with several entry points and parking along its shore. Part of the foreshore trail, a wonderful walk is along Bellerive Beach, then Second Bluff followed by Howrah Beach.
The west end (near Bellerive Oval) has an excellent playground, park, BBQ facilities, and outdoor gym. A well-thought-out beach and park area that includes many things for a diverse group of users including 3 BBQ areas. Wide flat paths ideal for wheelchair access.
It was originally named Kangaroo Point in 1820 and changed to Bellerive in the 1830s. Bellerive is French for ‘beautiful shore or river bank’.
A highly recommended fish & chip shop – The Fish Bar – is also on the foreshore.
by Mickey Jarvis | Mar 31, 2023 | Hobart +/- 20km, South East
South of Kingston |
Hazard Rating: 4/10 | Parking: Good + close | from Hobart: 17 km | Faces: East into Blackmans Bay | Length: 1 km
Located in Blackman Bay with parking along it’s shore. Rocky area on the north end and Flower Pot Point on the south end.
Parking along the shore with a park in the middle. Grassy areas for picnics. Food and drinks close to beach.
Probably named after a landholder in 1820 named James Blackman.
by Mickey Jarvis | Aug 12, 2023 | Hobart +/- 20km, South East
Near Hobart |
Parking: Good + close | from Hobart: 5 km | Faces: East into the Derwent River | Length: 1 km
Original people: The Aboriginal Mouheneenner band lived in Cornelian Bay area for 8000 years – Shell Middens can still be seen in the top of the low cliffs of Cornelian Point (north) as well as other interesting geological features.
Cornelian Bay is close to Hobart with many attractions. While not recommended for swimming it has great foreshore walks, an excellent play gound, BBQ facilities and good amenities. It also backs onto an open oval for other activities. Great views of the bridge and river. Birds including ducks often present, but please do not feed them, like us, white bread and chips are not good for their diet!
Boathouse Restaurant and Kiosk. Definitely worth a visit and an ideal spot for a picnic with large open grass areas.
by Mickey Jarvis | Jan 1, 2023 | Hobart +/- 20km, Low Hazard, South East
Hazard Rating: 2/10 | Parking: Varied | from Hobart: 12 km | Faces: South into the River Derwent | Length: 1.2 km
Situated on the Eastern Shore near Hobart. The west end has interesting rock formations and is ideal for beginner snorkeling and kids to explore. Although low on facilities (e.g. none) this is one of my favourite Hobart beaches. Take the cliff-top walk to Bellerive Beach along Second Bluff track or take the rocky shoreline walk to uncover interesting rock formations & caves. Exploring the foreshore gives you access to interesting geology formations, hidden caves, and glimpses into history.
Mid beach via Wentworth Park are toilets, BBQ’s and a playground – about 50m from the beach.
Howrah-Bellerive beaches are part of the foreshore trail. Wentworth Park was once a wetland and filled in to create the park area.
Named after ‘Howrah House’ a home built by an Indian Army officer in 1830, Howrah is near Calcutta & means swampy lake!
East end
Middle – via Wentworth Park – the beach is about 50m from the park
West end
by Mickey Jarvis | Mar 26, 2023 | Hobart +/- 20km, South East
Hazard Rating: 3/10 | Parking: Good + close | from Hobart: 15 km | Faces: South East into the Derwent River | Length: 1 km
Original people: Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.
A popular beach south of Hobart. Toilets mid beach (opposite beach road) and a basic playground towards the south end. Many tables and grassy areas.
The south-ish end is close many restaurents and cafes.
Dogs are not allowed on the beach but can access the beach walkway and the north end at Browns River has a dedicated dog beach area.
by Mickey Jarvis | Dec 29, 2022 | Hobart +/- 20km, Low Hazard, South East
Hazard Rating: 2/10 | Parking: Good + close | from Hobart: 14 km |
Faces: West into the Derwent River | Length: 200 m
Located just south of Howrah Beach. Well protected and ideal for families with young children. Great for learning to paddle board or kayak. Sand and grassy areas to relax. Shops nearby, good parking and toilets. Guess what – it’s small – but highly recommended. Great views of Mt Kunanyi.
