Blue House Zeehan guide book.
Sightseeing
Some of the largest dunes are found here, Spectacular scenery and lots of potential for tobogganing for the brave!
Henty Dunes
Some of the largest dunes are found here, Spectacular scenery and lots of potential for tobogganing for the brave!
The power station was commissioned in 1986 and 1987.
The drive across the Dam is unique providing wonderful views of the surrounding areas and the Dam Wall.
Reece Dam
The power station was commissioned in 1986 and 1987.
The drive across the Dam is unique providing wonderful views of the surrounding areas and the Dam Wall.
Just outside of Zeehan in Tasmania's west is the Spray Tunnel Loop, an easy one-hour return walk that passes through the Spray Tunnel, a 100 m long abandoned train tunnel that leads to what was the Spray Silver Mine.
The tunnel was carved through the hill so that ore could be moved from the mine. The tunnel is unusually shaped like a keyhole, approximately 3 metres high and 2.2 m wide and 100 m long.
Once through the tunnel you'll find the relics of buildings and abandoned boilers – a reminder of the west's mining past.
Spray Tunnel
Just outside of Zeehan in Tasmania's west is the Spray Tunnel Loop, an easy one-hour return walk that passes through the Spray Tunnel, a 100 m long abandoned train tunnel that leads to what was the Spray Silver Mine.
The tunnel was carved through the hill so that ore could be moved from the mine. The tunnel is unusually shaped like a keyhole, approximately 3 metres high and 2.2 m wide and 100 m long.
Once through the tunnel you'll find the relics of buildings and abandoned boilers – a reminder of the west's mining past.
flora that can be seen on the banks of the Pieman include myrtle, tea tree, blackwood, leatherwood, the rare slender tree fern and pandani. The slender tree fern is only found in one other location.
The river reflections are world class with cruises or barge crossings available.
Pieman River
flora that can be seen on the banks of the Pieman include myrtle, tea tree, blackwood, leatherwood, the rare slender tree fern and pandani. The slender tree fern is only found in one other location.
The river reflections are world class with cruises or barge crossings available.
Originally the service port for the mining town of Zeehan, Trial Harbour, once a thriving town with shops, hotels and businesses is now home to just 46 houses that are mainly holiday shacks with just a few permanent residents. Just 30 minutes from Zeehan, Trial Harbour is a picturesque surprise after journeying the gravel road through rain forest and button grass plains. There are magnificent surf beaches, fantastic views and great fishing.
Trial Harbour
Originally the service port for the mining town of Zeehan, Trial Harbour, once a thriving town with shops, hotels and businesses is now home to just 46 houses that are mainly holiday shacks with just a few permanent residents. Just 30 minutes from Zeehan, Trial Harbour is a picturesque surprise after journeying the gravel road through rain forest and button grass plains. There are magnificent surf beaches, fantastic views and great fishing.
30 min Drive to Strahan is the Gordon river. Text below from Cruise website:
We venture deep into the UNESCO Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area to share with you, the ancient rainforest, mysterious history and colourful characters of Tasmania's west coast. We look forward to welcoming you
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Gordon River Cruises
24 Esplanade30 min Drive to Strahan is the Gordon river. Text below from Cruise website:
We venture deep into the UNESCO Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area to share with you, the ancient rainforest, mysterious history and colourful characters of Tasmania's west coast. We look forward to welcoming you
30 min drive to Strahan you will find the West Coast wilderness railway, a truly world class attraction. Snippet below from website.
Step back in history as you board a majestic steam train and journey deep into the heritage of the Tasmanian wilderness and hear tales of resilience and triumph over rugged terrain, hardship and adversity. Much more than a railway journey within a wilderness setting, the West Coast Wilderness Railway is a heritage experience that will touch your soul.
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West Coast Wilderness Railway (Regatta Point Station, Strahan)
62 Esplanade30 min drive to Strahan you will find the West Coast wilderness railway, a truly world class attraction. Snippet below from website.
Step back in history as you board a majestic steam train and journey deep into the heritage of the Tasmanian wilderness and hear tales of resilience and triumph over rugged terrain, hardship and adversity. Much more than a railway journey within a wilderness setting, the West Coast Wilderness Railway is a heritage experience that will touch your soul.
Once known as Great Roaring Beach, Ocean Beach is Tasmania's longest beach. This uninterrupted expanse of sand stretches for more than 30 kilometres, between Trial Harbour in the north and Macquarie Heads in the south. Ocean Beach is only six kilometres west of Strahan, but it feels like the middle of the wilderness.
Ocean Beach Car Park
Ocean Beach RoadOnce known as Great Roaring Beach, Ocean Beach is Tasmania's longest beach. This uninterrupted expanse of sand stretches for more than 30 kilometres, between Trial Harbour in the north and Macquarie Heads in the south. Ocean Beach is only six kilometres west of Strahan, but it feels like the middle of the wilderness.
Tackle the strenuous hike up Mount Zeehan, which takes about 3 hours. The steep trail is a rewarding one; the panoramic views of the ocean, Macquarie Harbour and the Tyndall and West Coast Ranges are breathtaking on a clear day.
Mount Zeehan
Tackle the strenuous hike up Mount Zeehan, which takes about 3 hours. The steep trail is a rewarding one; the panoramic views of the ocean, Macquarie Harbour and the Tyndall and West Coast Ranges are breathtaking on a clear day.
The West Coast Heritage Centre tells the story of the history and development of the West Coast and its rich pioneering past. All parts of the West Coast are represented in the comprehensive display of photographs, mining memorabilia and machinery.
Included in your entry is access to the historic Gaiety Theatre. Built in 1898, the Gaiety Theatre was considered one of the grandest buildings on the West Coast and one of the best theatres in Australia.
The museum's attractions include the historic collection of the original Zeehan School of Mines and Metallurgy (unique in the world), photographic galleries dedicated to all the West Coast towns, classic locomotives, mining machinery displays, a blacksmith and wheelwright shop, marine display, a world-class mineral collection, freemasons display and a pioneer women's gallery.
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West Coast Heritage Centre
114 Main StThe West Coast Heritage Centre tells the story of the history and development of the West Coast and its rich pioneering past. All parts of the West Coast are represented in the comprehensive display of photographs, mining memorabilia and machinery.
Included in your entry is access to the historic Gaiety Theatre. Built in 1898, the Gaiety Theatre was considered one of the grandest buildings on the West Coast and one of the best theatres in Australia.
The museum's attractions include the historic collection of the original Zeehan School of Mines and Metallurgy (unique in the world), photographic galleries dedicated to all the West Coast towns, classic locomotives, mining machinery displays, a blacksmith and wheelwright shop, marine display, a world-class mineral collection, freemasons display and a pioneer women's gallery.
Montezuma Falls, near Rosebery on Tasmania's west coast, is Tasmania's highest waterfall. The track to the falls begins at Williamsford being 3 hours return wak.
Montezuma Falls Track
Montezuma Falls TrackMontezuma Falls, near Rosebery on Tasmania's west coast, is Tasmania's highest waterfall. The track to the falls begins at Williamsford being 3 hours return wak.
Just a short distance from Strahan, in Peoples Park, is an easy walk through tall forest and rainforest to a delightful waterfall
Hogarth Falls
Hogarth Falls TrackJust a short distance from Strahan, in Peoples Park, is an easy walk through tall forest and rainforest to a delightful waterfall
Food scene
Heemskirk Motor Hotel
Our restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast includes a continental buffet including Nespresso coffee. Hot and cold menu items can also be ordered from the menu.
Our bistro is fully licensed and includes a selection of Tasmanian and other wines, beers, liquors, spirits and cocktails.
Nespresso coffee and cake is served throughout the day.
Our restaurant opening hours are:
Breakfast 6am to 9am
Lunch 12pm to 2pm
Dinner 6pm to 8pm and 6pm - 9pm in daylight savings hours
Heemskirk Motor Hotel
25 Main StHeemskirk Motor Hotel
Our restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast includes a continental buffet including Nespresso coffee. Hot and cold menu items can also be ordered from the menu.
Our bistro is fully licensed and includes a selection of Tasmanian and other wines, beers, liquors, spirits and cocktails.
Nespresso coffee and cake is served throughout the day.
Our restaurant opening hours are:
Breakfast 6am to 9am
Lunch 12pm to 2pm
Dinner 6pm to 8pm and 6pm - 9pm in daylight savings hours