Is Bay of Fires worth visiting?
It is truly a beautiful place to visit! Amongst it all, located on the east coast of Tasmania, is the incredible gem called Bay of Fires. Be sure to read all about the Freycinet National Park and the incredible Wineglass Bay as well!
Can you swim in Bay of Fires?
The entire area around this headland has some great rock pools to swim in, as well as some secluded, white-sand beaches. You might be mistaken in thinking that the name “Bay of Fires” originates from the unique orange boulders scattered along the coast.
Where is the Bay of Fires in Tasmania?
Bay of Fires is a truly special region north of St. Helens on Tasmania’s north-east coast with clean white beaches, blue water and granite rocks splashed with orange lichen. It’s not surprising that Lonely Planet named the Bay of Fires as one of the world’s hottest travel destinations.
How far is Bay of Fires from Hobart?
approximately 4 hours
Bay of Fires is approximately 4 hours from Hobart and 3 hours from Launceston.
Should I Stay St Helens or Binalong Bay?
Stay here if you want to see the Bay of Fires. St Helens is the cheap option accommodation wise, Binalong Bay is gorgeous and a little more expensive to stay. If you want to see Wine Glass Bay, it’s located in the Freycinet National Park.
How long should you stay in Bay of Fires?
1. Re: Bay of Fires or Coles Bay? Hi Donnavaughan – three nights in just one or the other might be too long, I’d suggest staying in both areas. Hobart to Bay of Fires would be 3.5 to 4 hours; Coles Bay to Bay of Fires would take 1.5 hours.
Why are the rocks orange at Bay of Fires?
The Bay of Fires beaches looked like they have been put on fire. This orange hue of the rocks comes from lichens, a combination of algae and fungus that live together in a symbiotic relationship.
Where do you stop on the way to Bay of Fires?
Best places to stay in the Bay of Fires
- Grants Lagoon Camping: basic free campground on the lagoon in Binalong Bay.
- Cosy Corner South: free campground on the beach about 4km from Binalong Bay.
- Cost Corner North: free camping just north of Cosy Corner South.
- Sloop Reef Camping: a beautiful spot north of Cosy Corner.
How do you see Bay of Fires?
Access to the southern section of the Bay of Fires is from St Helens via the Binalong Bay Road (C850). Take the left turn-off on to the C848 at the sign ‘The Gardens 13km’. This is a sealed road which terminates at private land at The Gardens. The campgrounds are located 7km along the road.
Why is it called Bay of Fires Tasmania?
Its name refers to the Aboriginal fires spotted by Captain Tobias Furneaux when he sailed past in 1773, but it could also apply to the brilliant orange lichen that grows on the granite boulders lining the bay. The Bay of Fires area contains rocky gullies, with many small secluded beaches and inlets to explore.
Is it worth staying at Coles Bay?
This National Park is a beautiful place to spend a day – or at least a few hours like we did. You can find nice trails to fit everybodys level. There is a Lighthouse in the Park area as well, where you can drive close and walk only under a hundred metres to have amazing views over the Bay. Beautiful area over all.
Why are the rocks red at Bay of Fires?
The Bay of Fires is characterized by white beaches, blue water and huge granite blocks that are colored bright orange by lichens. Perhaps, Captain Tobias Furneaux named the bay after these fiery red rocks. The lichens responsible for the orange hue in the rocks of Bay of Fires belong to the family Hymeneliaceae.