Bay of Fires
Bay of Fires
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Jason S
Melbourne, Australia2,406 contributions
Dec 2020
Bay of fires is just stunning in scenery the orange on the rocks with the ocean as a back drop is super impressive.
Also a look out with nice views overlooking the ocean, with walking tracks and beautiful beach to walk along and swim in. The number 1 thing for me in St Helens to do.
Also a look out with nice views overlooking the ocean, with walking tracks and beautiful beach to walk along and swim in. The number 1 thing for me in St Helens to do.
Written 28 December 2020
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ursula220
Cairns, Australia300 contributions
Feb 2021 • Solo
Did quite a bit of hiking in the area. A 15km walk from Binalong via Dora point, then inland and back via Humbug recreational area. Next day from Cosy Corner back to Binalong. So beautiful. Transport from St Helens to Binalong was a bit of an issue. No cars for hire, taxi didn't work, no busses. I found some friendly people who drove me out for a fee and I hitchhiked back, which, at the age of 67, I hadn't done in a long time. 🤣😂. Took a million photos of the breath taking beauty of this part of the world.
Written 14 February 2021
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ozfamilyexplorer
381 contributions
Dec 2020 • Family
Once in a while you reach a place where you become emotional when presented with a truly amazing natural wonder. Such is the case for me when my wife guided me to Binalong Bay and the Lonely Tree.
After having lunch at the picnic area above, we strolled down to one of the small bays beside the lonely tree. I found myself mesmerised and lost for words - for some reason this spot just got to me - I didn't really want to leave.
As we near the end of our tassie trip, I've already told my wife that when we come back (not if), that I just want to come here and chill.
After having lunch at the picnic area above, we strolled down to one of the small bays beside the lonely tree. I found myself mesmerised and lost for words - for some reason this spot just got to me - I didn't really want to leave.
As we near the end of our tassie trip, I've already told my wife that when we come back (not if), that I just want to come here and chill.
Written 31 December 2020
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Mark_m10778
Sydney, Australia97 contributions
Feb 2023
On our around Tasmania road tour in Feb 23, a must do was to visit the Bay of Fires area. As we were staying in St Helens, we drove out to Binalong Bay ending at Skeleton Bay reserve off Main Road, Binalong Bay.
At the reserve is a raised platform that allows you to view up and down the coast with ease. Also, walking within 400 metres Nth East and Sth West of this reserve, many different aspects of the Bay scenery, and the orange rocks can be found.
A unique, beautiful area, with crystal clear water and magnificent and unique rock formations.
At the reserve is a raised platform that allows you to view up and down the coast with ease. Also, walking within 400 metres Nth East and Sth West of this reserve, many different aspects of the Bay scenery, and the orange rocks can be found.
A unique, beautiful area, with crystal clear water and magnificent and unique rock formations.
Written 3 March 2023
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Peter B
Brisbane, Australia31 contributions
Dec 2020
We spent the day visiting the Bay of Fires, including Binalong Bay. The varied vistas, from colourful rocks to open sandy beaches, were beautiful. We did manage to avoid a Tiger Snake, due to a sign left by another helpful traveller, but that was as close as we got to wildlife. It's a truly beautiful area and we were lucky to have great weather to enjoy it. Definitely worth visiting if you love natural scenery.
Written 30 December 2020
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Ian L
Perth, Australia755 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
Great beach and coastline spot to wander around. Colourful rocks obviously stand out, but also translucent water, pretty shells, sheltered tiny beaches. We made a nice day of travelling along the east coast to take in places like Binalong Bay.
Written 16 December 2022
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joe w
2 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
The Bay of Fires is nice but so overrated, heard so many great things prior and couldn't wait to get there and explore only to feel let down. I was fortunate to travel to Schouten island and found that the beaches and lichen rocks were much better quality. The Bay of Fires is a nice place if your up that way and still worth visiting.
Written 9 April 2022
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paulinep215
Kiama Downs639 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Amazing granite rocks with red/orange lichen. Easy to find just take the Binalong Bay Road from St Helens, about a 20 min drive. They are just on the side of the road within the bay, parking available. Beautiful clear water lovely to wander clambering over the rocks and looking at sea life or just stand back and look at the amazing colours. A bit cool in the water while we were there but would be great to swim in the bay when warmer. Lovely white sandy beach next to it looking over towards ‘The Gardens’ another rock formation further around also about 20 mins drive. Definitely recommend to go here so pretty ❣️
Written 18 March 2020
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catherine c
Sydney, Australia31 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
What a beautiful place to visit.
We free camped at Swimcart Beach right on the waterfront. You need to be fully self contained as there are no facilities. Arrive early in the day to secure your spot.
Enjoy exploring the beaches and amazing orange rocks.
We free camped at Swimcart Beach right on the waterfront. You need to be fully self contained as there are no facilities. Arrive early in the day to secure your spot.
Enjoy exploring the beaches and amazing orange rocks.
Written 19 November 2024
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Sue T
Melbourne, Australia3,630 contributions
Mar 2020
WOW! We stopped in at Binalong Bay, the start of the Bay of Fires. This place was spectacular. Large boulders tinged with orange on a beautiful picturesque beach with clear aquamarine water with white sand. Absolutely spotless and private. The Bay of Fire boulders make magnificent viewing as you climb the top to explore and photograph. Visit, enjoy and love it just like we did. It was one of our favourite stops on the East Drive on the way to Launceston.
Written 2 April 2020
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Yes there where motor homes there
Written 20 October 2019
CMK321
Hobart, Australia
Is the drive up from Hobart to Bays of Fire sealed road? due to hire car clauses.
Written 6 February 2019
The drive from Hobart is a sealed road all the way. First you drive to St. Helens and then to Binnalong bay and a bit further on. You will not have a problem due to rental clauses.
It is a nice drive all the way up along the coast and very enjoyable, count on up to three hours +.
Written 6 February 2019
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