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Cape Tourville Lighthouse and Lookout Walk – Freycinet National Park
A quick guide to Cape Tourville Lighthouse and scenic walk in Freycinet National Park, Tasmania. Experience breathtaking coastal views and abundant wildlife at this unique vantage point. It's a shame that Cape Tourville is often overshadowed by many of the other popular hikes and viewpoints in Freycinet National Park. While all are equally amazing, a visit to Cape Tourville Lighthouse on the easternmost cape of Freycinet is a must for every visitor. In this post I will outline everything you need to know about the quick and easy Cape Tourville Lighthouse and Viewing Walk. About Cape Tourville Lighthouse and...
Cape Tourville Lighthouse and Lookout Walk – Freycinet National Park
A quick guide to Cape Tourville Lighthouse and scenic walk in Freycinet National Park, Tasmania. Experience breathtaking coastal views and abundant wildlife at this unique vantage point.
It's a shame that Cape Tourville is often overshadowed by many of the other popular hikes and viewpoints in Freycinet National Park. While all are equally amazing, a visit to Cape Tourville Lighthouse on the easternmost cape of Freycinet is a must for every visitor.
In this post I will outline everything you need to know about the quick and easy Cape Tourville Lighthouse and Viewing Walk.
About Cape Tourville Lighthouse and Viewpoint
While the automated lighthouse at Cape Tourville is relatively modern (1971), this region of Tasmania's east coast has a long colonial history. The cape was named after the French admiral Comte de Tourville during the French exploration of the peninsula in 1802.
Long before that, Tasmania's indigenous people had a deep connection to the land. They lived, hunted, fished, and performed ceremonies and gatherings throughout the Freycinet Peninsula. Evidence, including middens, dates indigenous occupation back at least 40,000 years.
Today, Cape Tourville Lighthouse serves as a navigational beacon, but is better known for its great viewpoint and short boarded path.
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Where is Cape Tourville and how to get here
Cape Tourville is located approximately 7.8 kilometers from Coles Bay in Freycinet National Park. To get here, walk toward the visitor center on Freycinet Drive and turn left onto Cape Tourville Road. Continue on this winding road with steep sections for just over 5 kilometers.
All of these roads are paved and we made it here in our large LWB van without any problems. There is a large parking lot right at the beginning of the short route with enough space for large vehicles and even caravans.
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The Cape Tourville Lighthouse and Lookout Walk
The Cape Tourville Lighthouse and View Loop is a very easy, mostly flat loop hike on an elevated boardwalk. It is suitable for everyone and wheelchair accessible.
Views from the lookout include views of Wineglass Bay, the Amazing Dangers (Mount Amos), the southern Freycinet Peninsula, Mount Freycinet and a rocky outcrop rich in seals known as "The Nuggets".
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There are a few viewpoints along the route with lots of signs and information boards with history and wildlife information.
Also be sure to keep an eye on the sea as whales, dolphins, eagles, seals and many other coastal animals are often spotted here. There are fixed binoculars at the viewing point for The Nuggets. If you look closely you might spot some seals sunning themselves on the rocks.
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Where to stay near Freycinet (Coles Bay).
Picnic Island Have you always wanted to stay on a private island? Where better to do that than on Picnic Island, a beautiful island gem just off Coles Bay. Visitors have the entire island to themselves, with rustic waterfront cabins and full kitchens and living areas. Read about my experiences on Picnic Island here.
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Freycinet LodgeLocated on the waterfront in Freycinet National Park, Freycinet Lodge offers luxurious cabin-style accommodation, two restaurants and a bar. Guests also receive a buffet breakfast included. This is one of the best located locations to explore the nearby gems like the Cape Tourville lighthouse and viewpoint.
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Eagle Peaks: Another great option is Eagle Peaks, with good WiFi and free private parking near Coles Bay. This is a unit style accommodation option with a dining and seating area, a fully equipped kitchen and great scenery on your doorstep.
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