Waratah-Wynyard Council welcomes all caravans, campervan and motorhome owners to our area. We encourage you to stay a while and enjoy the natural beauty and diversity of our region.
Caravan Parks
Wynyard
- Beach Retreat Tourist Park
- 30B Old Bass Highway, Wynyard TAS 7325
- www.beachretreattouristpark.com.au
- (03) 6442 1998
- Wynyard Showgrounds
- Jackson Street, Wynyard TAS 7325
- wynyardshow.org/rv-bookings/
- 0477 365 016
- Self contained RVs and caravans only.
Somerset
- Somerset Beachside Cabin and Caravan Park
- 113 Bass Highway, Somerset TAS 7322
- www.somersetbeachside.com.au
- 03 6435 2322
Waratah
- Waratah Camping Ground
- Smith Street, Waratah TAS 7321
- 03 6439 7100
Office hours: 9am-5pm Mon-Fri (closed 12.30-1.30pm)
NOTE: No pre-bookings are taken for this caravan park. During peak times—it is advisable to call in advance to seek information on available sites. Payments can be made on arrival (at the Post Office) or over the phone and instructions for key collection will be left if required for the amenities.
Between April and December all enquiries about campground, including booking/payments enquiries, should be made at the Post Office during normal business hours (above).
Weekend phone (between 1pm-5pm Sat and Sun only): 0497 611 401.
Waratah Campground Fees July (per site):
FEE DESCRIPTION | FEE BASIS | 2024/25 |
---|---|---|
Camping Ground - Unpowered Site | per day | $28.00 |
Camping Ground - Powered Site | per day | $36.00 |
Self-Contained Campers | per day | $16.00 |
Camping Ground - Facilities Use | per day | $12.00 |
Waratah campground has a number of powered and unpowered sites in a beautiful lakeside setting within easy walking distance to town highlights, including Waratah Falls. The amenities block has toilets and shower, with a laundry with coin operated washing machine and dryer ($4 per load). There is a BBQ shelter and playground close by for the kids, as well as a lovely spot to sit and watch out for platypus in the lake!
Boat Harbour Beach
- Boat Harbour Beach Holiday Park
- 21 Moore St, Boat Harbour Beach TAS 7321
- www.boatharbourbeachhp.com.au
- 0417 448 323
Freedom camping
For a list of public camping options in the surrounding areas contact the Wonders of Wynyard or download the Caravans and Camping guide below.
NOTE: Boat Harbour Beach and Sisters Beach are DAY USE ONLY areas.
More Information
Wynyard Transfer Station(outside)
Goldie Street, Wynyard
Open 24hrs, 7 days
Sisters Beach Fire Station (Behind)
Honey Suckle Avenue, Sisters Beach
Open 24 hrs – 7 days
NOTE: No drinking water available at this dump station
Waratah – Annie St
Open 24 hrs – 7 days
For details on waste transfer stations – click here)
Our local caravan parks and motels all offer pet friendly options – contact them directly for details.
Many local cafes are just as pleased to see your pet as they are to see you – offering water bowls and outside dining options.
There are a number of dog friendly beaches in our area – click here for maps.
Note: Many of our beaches are home to protected wildlife including Little Penguin colonies. Please observe signage regarding prohibitied areas, and keep your pets under your control at all times.