Best Beaches near Coles Bay

About the Suburb

Explore 1 beaches near Coles Bay, the gateway to Freycinet National Park and the famous Wineglass Bay. This east coast Tasmanian gem offers pristine beaches backed by pink granite peaks - the Hazards - and world-class bushwalking.

What Makes It Special

•Wineglass Bay - regularly ranked among the world's best beaches
•The Hazards - pink granite peaks that glow at sunrise and sunset
•Freycinet Lodge and the Great Walks of Tasmania multi-day trek

Getting There

2.5 hours from Hobart or 2 hours from Launceston by car. No public transport. Parks pass required. Limited mobile reception. Fuel up in Bicheno or Swansea - no petrol station in Coles Bay.

Best Time to Visit

December to March for warmest swimming (still cold by mainland standards). Year-round for the Wineglass Bay lookout walk. Book accommodation months in advance for summer. Autumn colours in the bush are spectacular.

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Coles Bay (7215)

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Best Beaches near Coles Bay

About the Suburb

What Makes It Special

•Wineglass Bay - regularly ranked among the world's best beaches
•The Hazards - pink granite peaks that glow at sunrise and sunset
•Freycinet Lodge and the Great Walks of Tasmania multi-day trek

Getting There

2.5 hours from Hobart or 2 hours from Launceston by car. No public transport. Parks pass required. Limited mobile reception. Fuel up in Bicheno or Swansea - no petrol station in Coles Bay.