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St Helens - Tasmania
St Helens is a lovely coastal town surrounded by Georges Bay on the northeast coast of Tasmania, which is only a few kilometres away from the iconic Bay of Fires beaches. It is located 163 kilometres East of Launceston and 253 kilometres from Hobart.
St Helen's is the second largest fishing port and is known as the game fishing capital of Tasmania.
Along the streets of St Helens there is a lovely selection of cafes, bakeries, restaurants and interesting shops to browse in. Wander along the wharf and enjoy some fresh seafood or hot fish and chips and admire the boats.
A short drive from St Helens is Binalong Bay and the iconic Bay of Fires Beaches.
The Bay of Fires coastline stretches 50 kilometres from Binalong Bay in the south to Eddystone Point in the north. It features beautiful white sandy beaches, orange lichen-covered rocks, and aqua-blue waters.
If you head inland, you can visit St Columba Falls, Halls Falls and the Pyengana Dairy. Further afield, you can explore Mt Paris Dam, Little Blue Lake and Evercreech Forest Reserve.
Attractions near St Helens
The Bay of Fires coastline stretches for 50 kilometres from Binalong Bay to Eddystone Point. It is famous for its orange-coloured boulders, white sandy beaches, and stunning turquoise waters.
St Columba Falls is one of Tasmania’s tallest permanent waterfalls. Water from the George River plunges 90 metres over the rocky granite ledges. It is located in the Columba Falls State Reserve at Pyengana.
Halls Falls is located along the Groom River and cascades over the rocks downstream from a hand-made 19th-century Weir. The walking track to Halls Falls is approximately 1.5 kilometres of undulating bush track through the forest.
Pyengana Dairy
Sit back and relax on the deck with a gourmet cheese platter and a Tasmanian wine or beer. Enjoy the lovely, picturesque Tasmanian farm setting and watch the cows come and go from the dairy. Click here to visit the website.
Mt Paris Dam
At Mt Paris Dam, the Cascade River runs through the old pillar and slab dam, surrounded by ferns. The forest is slowly reclaiming this area. It is a lovely spot to wander around and through the dam walls and enjoy the cool, lush surroundings.
Little Blue Lake
The Little Blue Lake viewing area is only a few metres off the road between Derby and Gladstone. It was originally a mine hole and now the lake reflects a vivid aqua blue from the minerals in the base of the lake.
Evercreech Forest Reserve is a beautiful reserve with two wonderful walks. You can explore Evercreech Falls and see the "White Knights", the giant white eucalyptus Gums nestled in the stunning forest. These two short walks are amazing.
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