DESTINATION: Smithton
Smithton is situated at the mouth of the Duck River in north-west Tasmania. The region is known for its blackwood swamp forests, which have yielded the fossilised bones of extinct giant marsupials. Dairy farming, vegetable-growing, forestry and fishing are the main industries. Main AttractionsThe Apex lookout tower on Tier Hill takes in a panoramic view over Duck Bay, Robbins Island and Three Hummock Island in Bass Strait. The Smithton-Circular Head Heritage Centre, in the old Billings Store building, is run by volunteers. |
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Most popular photosNearby attractionsFishing and boating are popular at Duck River and Duck Bay, 2km north. Lacrum Dairy Farm, 6km west at Mella, offers milking demonstrations and cheese tasting, Nov-May. Neighbouring Wombat Tarn has BBQs, bushwalks and a lookout. Tours can be arranged to visit the huge Gunns Timber Mill, and the historic Van Diemen's Land Company property, Woolnorth. The Sumac Lookout, 4km south, gives views over eucalypt forests. The great forests of north-west Tasmania can also be seen on a 60km circular drive into South Arthur Forest. River cruises are available at Arthur River, 70km south-west. latest stories
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