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This free booklet includes all the information you need to start planning your self-guided cycle tour of Tasmania’s coastlines. KING ISLAND FLINDERS Currie Whitemark ISLAND

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Marrawah Wynyard Bridport Arthur River Burnie George Town J Derby Bay of Beauty Point I Fires Ulverstone A B Tarkine Devonport Latrobe S Lilydale Scottsdale Wilderness H Pyengana R K Sheffield Kimberley T St Helens F Deloraine LAUNCESTON G St Marys E Evandale Longford C Q Rossarden Tullah Fingal Rosebery Avoca L P Bicheno Campbell Town Cranbrook D Queenstown Lake Leake D O M M Swansea N Freycinet Strahan National C N Derwent Park Bridge O Coles Bay Franklin-Gordon L Bothwell Wild Rivers B E National Park Ouse Mt Field Hamilton National Buckland Orford Park F Westerway A K T Richmond P Strathgordon Bushy Park Sorell G Dunalley S J H Q Eaglehawk R Neck Bruny Port Arthur Key Cygnet Island national Parks I Eastern coast daily reference Adventure Bay A D’Entrecasteaux A Western coast daily reference Channel East coast daily route reference West coast daily route reference Optional East coast route Optional West coast route Trip Planning KING This map is designed as a ISLAND planning tool for your cycling trip FLINDERS Currie to Tasmania. Obviously it is not Whitemark ISLAND possible to include all available cycling journeys but we have taken out some of the guess work by offering suggested routes for both east and west coasts with elevation charts for each day of the one or two week itineraries. You will notice that we have not provided an assessment as to the Stanley degree of difficulty of each route. We all ride at different levels, Wynyard so one person’s ‘quiet country Bridport road’ or ‘easy’ ride could end up Arthur River Burnie George Town Ansons Bay your hardest day, and then add J Derby Bay of Beauty Point the complication of weather to Ulverstone I Fires A B your day! Tarkine Devonport Latrobe Lilydale Scottsdale Wilderness S H R Pyengana The towns featured on this map K all have some basic facilities Sheffield Kimberley T St Helens including accommodation of some F Deloraine LAUNCESTON type, but we do suggest that you G St Marys E Evandale Mole Creek Longford C do some more research before Q Cradle Mountain Rossarden you head off. We recommend that Tullah Fingal you use a variety of resources to Rosebery Avoca L research your tour in advance, P Bicheno read printed books such as Zeehan Campbell Town Cycling by Lonely Planet, Cranbrook D explore websites such as D Queenstown Lake St Clair Lake Leake O M www.discovertasmania.com for N Freycinet the latest information on Strahan M Swansea National accommodation, attractions, C N Derwent Park Bridge activities and travel information; Tarraleah O Coles Bay and learn where your nearest bike Franklin-Gordon L Bothwell Wild Rivers B E shop is in case you need one: National Park Ouse www.biketas.org.au. Mt Field Hamilton Triabunna National Buckland Orford Purchase one or more of the 4 Park F Maria Island Lake Gordon Westerway A Tasmap 1:250,000 topographic K T Richmond P maps (south West, south East, Strathgordon Bushy Park G Sorell north West, north East) from New Norfolk service Tasmania, good map/book Dunalley Lake Pedder HOBART S shops or www.tasmap.tas.gov.au. J H Q Eaglehawk Free downloadable full page PDF Huonville R Neck maps of all major Tasmanian towns Bruny are also available on this site. Geeveston Port Arthur Cygnet Island I Adventure Bay Elevation Charts D’Entrecasteaux Channel Use these elevation charts at your own risk! The information gathered and displayed was prepared using Google maps technology and may not always match up with your Polar or GPs device. Please don’t rely solely on the numbers provided being exact representations of the elevation or distance. Welcome! Tasmania, australia’s cycle touring gem. australia’s smallest state both in area and population, Tasmania has stunning scenery and good-quality, mostly lightly trafficked roads. These plus relatively short distances between towns and services, make Tassie an ideal region for cycle touring. a temperate southerly latitude and long summer days means comfortable cycling conditions and ample time for side trips. always beautiful, often demanding, Tasmania’s terrain is renowned among cyclists for its hills, but effort is rewarded. Cyclists seeking easier terrain should start on the east coast, as the west coast has further distances between towns and more chance of inclement weather. The routes outlined on this map are by no means the only options, however they are recommended as the most popular and include many ‘must-sees’.

Relaxing at Kate’s Berry Farm, swansea

discovertasmania.com Contents Contents Map of Tasmania Inside Cover (including suggested Touring Routes)

Useful Information 2 Getting to Tasmania 2 airport Transfers 2 Weather 2 Cycle Tour Operators 2 mobile Phone Reception 2 What to Bring 3 Bike Hire 3 Bike shops 4 accommodation 4 Wildlife 4 national Parks information 4 Free Camping areas 4 Public Transport 4 internet Cafés 5 Riding at night 5 5 Emergencies and medical attention 5 Road Rules 5 safety on Roads 5

East Coast Suggested Itineraries 6 1 week itinerary 8-9 2 week itinerary 9-11

West Coast Suggested Itineraries 12 1 week itinerary 14-15 2 week itinerary 15-17 acknowledgements Back Cover

How to use this booklet Each day in the itinerary section has a brief description of the route, an elevation chart and a letter which corresponds to the map on the inside cover. 1 Useful I nIformationnformation Getting to Tasmania Rainfall varies dramatically Direct flights to Hobart and across the island. Hobart, with Launceston are available from an average of 626 millimetres , , and (24 inches) is Australia’s second- on a number of . driest (after Adelaide). Or choose to travel with your bike While on the west coast an annual across Bass Strait on the Spirit average of 2,400 mm (95 inches) of Tasmania from Melbourne ensures the rainforest thrives. The to Devonport. Fees apply for east coast experiences a third of travelling with bikes to Tasmania the rainfall (less than 1000mm). on all carriers. Cycle Tour Operators flies to Flinders I f you like the idea of cycling Island from Launceston and also but are not convinced of the from Essendon in . joys of doing it alone, there are takes passengers to King several tour companies based in Island from Devonport; Regional Tasmania that will have a guided Express flies from Burnie and or self-guided tour to suit your Melbourne’s Tullamarine Airport; needs. These include: and flies fromMoorabbin in Victoria. Tours www.cycling-tasmania.com Airport Transfers or ph: 03 6376 3080 The Airporter Shuttle meets Island Cycle Tours all scheduled flights into Hobart www.islandcycletours.com and Launceston airports. There or ph: 03 6234 9558 is no requirement to pre-book this service, just pay onboard. Mountain Bike Tasmania Buses can be found immediately www.mountainbiketasmania.com.au outside the terminals. or ph: 03 6334 0988 Tasmanian Expeditions Weather www.tas-ex.com Our maritime climate means every or ph: 1300 666 856 season of the year is a whole new Tasmanian holiday. The warmest True Tasmania Cycling Tours months are December to March. www.truetasmania.com.au Autumn has still, sunny days and or ph: 03 6427 3157 wonderful colours but after April the temperature drops quickly. Mobile Winter - June to August - days are Phone Reception short and bracing. Spring Check with your service provider is often windy and wintery storms before deciding to rely on your can continue into early December. mobile in Tasmania. Outside of The east coast is generally the major centres, there is limited warmer and milder than the west. service other than with Telstra, The average maximum daily so you could find yourself out summer temperatures sit between of reach for days. 17-23° C (62-73° F) and winter daily between 3-11° C (37-52° F).

2 Useful Information

Lookout towards , Coles Bay

What to Bring Choose one that is lightweight Tasmania has an informal and and compact, but suitable for a relaxed style of dressing: smart, downpour if required. casual street wear is acceptable In cold weather full finger gloves for most restaurants and evening (wind and waterproof) make life events. It is quite ok to wear much more comfortable, whilst your lycra into a café for a fingerless gloves are fine for coffee or lunch. warmer weather and provide padding on the handlebars, Keep the amount of gear to and also sun protection. a minimum – every gram is noticeable on the hills. Ideally Thermal socks or neoprene pack clothes that are light and booties for over your shoes fast drying. Layering is the key are great for chilly starts or to comfort in Tasmania, several colder months. Do not wear cotton against your skin whilst thin layers are best, using cycling; leave t-shirts for when polypropylene or merino you are off the bike. A helmet under layers. is compulsory for cycling in Wear padded bike shorts (knicks) Tasmania. and if you don’t like to be seen in lycra, simply wear a normal pair Bike Hire of shorts over the top, or try shy- Some bike shops hire bikes shorts – ordinary looking shorts for touring or you can check with a sewn-in chamois. www.discovertasmania.com for a list of hire places for Lycra leg and arm warmers are touring bikes and equipment. excellent for chilly mornings; a brightly coloured vest is great Launceston: for keeping the wind off your Tas Equipment Hire chest and for being noticed. www.tasequiphire.com.au Sunglasses coupled with a helmet or ph: 03 6334 9779 and visor will protect your eyes, Hobart: and bandannas, buffs or close- fitting beanies under your helmet Bike Hire Tasmania are good for both warmth and www.bikehiretasmania.com.au mopping up sweat. or ph: 03 6234 4166 A breathable, waterproof Derwent Bike Hire (water-resistant will not be www.derwentbikehire.com enough) jacket is essential. or ph: 0428 899 169

3 Bike Shops National Parks Some small towns do not have Information bike-specific shops and typically A ll national parks require a pass cannot be relied on for obscure or to visit them. Signage at each top-end parts or services. Good park will tell you the price and bike shops are found in the major how to purchase a pass. Purchase centres of Hobart, Launceston a daily pass or one that lasts for and along the north west coast. 8 weeks. For more information visit www.parks.tas.gov.au An up to date list of bike shops can be found at Most parks allow bicycles to www.biketas.org.au enter on the sealed roads, but not on off-road sections. There Accommodation are some exceptions – you’ll need There is a wide range of to check at each park before accommodation properties you leave the pavement. State forest, conservation areas and throughout Tasmania. The most other parks do not require entry up to date directory is found at fee payments unless specifically www.discovertasmania.com or stated at the entrance. pick up from one of the many visitor information centres Free Camping Areas around Tasmania a free copy of There are some 90 free campsites Travelways newspaper, which in Tasmania but you can’t just publishes a comprehensive list of camp anywhere you like on the accommodation places by town. side of the road. For a detailed list of amenities and locations Be sure to thoroughly research buy the Free Camping book at your trip to avoid turning up any good bookstore in in a town to find either no Tasmania or buy it direct from accommodation or what there is www.free-camping-australia.com. fully booked. Gone are the days of travelling by-the seat-of-your- All caravan parks have tent pants particularly during sites for a fee enabling use of summer months. the facilities. Remember even in summer it can get cold overnight Note, the itineraries suggested so bring a suitable sleeping bag in this guide suggest staying and sleeping mat. overnight in towns which have some level of accommodation. Public Transport Public transport in Tasmania is Wildlife aimed more at locals and school Unfortunately whilst riding on the students than tourists. Some roads, you might see more dead coach companies will take your wildlife than alive. Tasmanian bike but it will travel underneath wildlife is predominantly with the luggage so pack it well. nocturnal; you’ll see them at night Departure times for services are instead. Whilst not confirmed by frequently changed to suit experts, many people argue that seasonal variations, so be sure to the large amount of roadkill in confirm with the transport provider Tasmania reflects healthy wildlife before finalising your plans. populations. There are many There are no public passenger wildlife parks and sanctuaries trains in Tasmania. Links to throughout Tasmania. Do stop at service providers can be found one along the way. at www.discovertasmania.com

4 Useful Information

The East Coast is as relaxing as it is beautiful

Internet cafes Emergencies and You should be able to find one Medical Attention in most regional towns. Many backpacker hostels and hotels N early all towns have a medical have internet kiosks too. Many centre of some type. Ensure you Tasmanian hotels have also have a first aid kit with you to introduced WiFi. cope with small problems or until you reach the nearest medical Riding at Night centre. If the situation is urgent, Rider visibility is vital at all times, call 000 from a public phone or not just at night. Both early landline or call 112 from a mobile morning and dusk have low levels phone (GSM network only). of light that demand cyclists stay Road Rules alert and be properly equipped to Cyclists are bound by the same be seen. During the early and late rules as motorists but there are hours, the temperature plummets some exceptions so do some in Tasmania, so it’s best to plan research before you leave by to not ride in the dark in the first reading up on the rules for place. On country roads motorists Tasmania. www.biketas.org.au are simply not expecting to see cyclists. Even with good lights, Safety on Roads it’s best to avoid it altogether. The main thing to remember is to stay LEFT, wear your helmet and Ferries be aware of traffic passing you. Ferries operate to both Maria Many of Tasmania’s roads are and Bruny islands. The Bruny used by log trucks and tourists Island is a regular car driving large campervans or ferry departing from Kettering, towing caravans. while the Maria Island Ferry carries passengers and gear only Whilst you are allowed to ride two departing from Triabunna. No cars abreast (but not three or more) in are allowed on Maria but bicycles Tasmania, sometimes on narrow are welcome. You can take your roads it is safest to ride single file bike on the boat that travels or even pull over to allow backed regularly to from up traffic to pass.A friendly wave Bridport. Departure times are to courteous motorists goes a long based on the tides. way to fostering positive relations between cyclists and motorists.

5 East Coast

The east coast is truly one of Australia’s greatest journeys, and the best way to take it all in is by bike. The east coast is usually the route that many cycle tourists tackle first, especially if they are new to cycle touring.I t’s less hilly than the west coast, has a warmer climate with mild conditions, and there are shorter distances between facilities and towns. The road itself winds its way right alongside the coast in many places ringed with white pristine sandy beaches. (Continues P.8).

1 week Suggested Itinerary Launceston to Hobart via east coast - 430km 600 500 400 300

l 200 A (m) titude 100 0 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 Distance (km) This 1 week itinerary follows the most direct route around the east coast starting in Launceston and finishing in Hobart. The average distance is just over 60km per day over seven days. Note, due to the distance between towns with accommodation, some days are longer than others. Extend your trip or combine 2 days into 1 to include a rest day at one or more of the popular attractions on Tasmania’s east coast such as St Helens, Bicheno or Port Arthur. 6 – Launceston to Hobart to – Launceston Coast East

For detailed routes, see fold out map inside the cover of this guide.

Looking from the south towards scenic Kelvedon Beach

2 week Suggested Itinerary Launceston to Hobart via east coast - 690km 600 500 400 300

ltitude (m) 200 a 100 0 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Distance (km) This 2 week itinerary is designed for those with more time and who prefer a leisurely approach to cycle touring with lower daily distances than the 1 week options. as per the 1 week itinerary, it follows the east coast starting in Launceston and finishing in Hobart, and allows for a rest day in Coles Bay to break up the trip. Combine certain days to undertake the route over fewer days; linger at favourite places or include a side trip to maria or Flinders islands. Tigerline and Calows coaches offer limited public transport services on the east coast. 7 (Continued from P.6). The directions in both suggested itineraries are designed to be used in conjunction with a larger map such as the Tasmanian Holiday Map. The suggested route is the author’s preferred route. On some days there are one or more alternate route options, on other days there is only the suggested route simply because there are no other options. Itineraries can be reversed to ride the route the other way round.

1 Week East Coast Itinerary

Day 1: Launceston to Scottsdale - 67km Suggested route: A8 north, B81 right 600 500 A through Lilydale to Scottsdale. 400 Alternate route options: A 3 straight to 300

l 200 Scottsdale over Sidling; C827 detour A titude(m) 100 via Nunamara and Nabowla. 0 0 10 20 30 40 6050 70 80 Distance (km)

Day 2: Scottsdale to St Helens - 98km Suggested route: A3 to St Helens. 600 500 B Alternate route options: C837 detour 400 off A3; C425 detour via Weldborough 300

l 200 off A3; C428 to Pyengana out and A titude(m) back off A3; C843, C849 & C850 to 100 0 Binalong Bay loop out and back. 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 Distance (km)

Day 3: St Helens to Bicheno - 76km Suggested route: A3 (Tasman Hwy) 600 to Bicheno. 500 C 400 Alternate route options: A4 detour via 300

St Mary’s to rejoin A3. l 200 A titude(m) 100 0 0 10 20 30 40 6050 70 80 Distance (km)

Day 4: Bicheno to Swansea - 43km Suggested route: A3 to Swansea. 600 500 D Alternate route options: C302 detour to 400 Coles Bay and ; 300 also short detour on Glen Gala Rd l 200 A titude(m) at Cranbrook. 100 0 0 10 20 30 5040 Distance (km)

Day 5: Swansea to Orford - 56km Suggested route: A3 to Orford. 600 500 E Alternate route options: day trip 400 to Maria Island (dirt roads) from 300

Triabunna on ferry. l 200 A titude(m) 100 0 8 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Distance (km) Day 6: Orford to Richmond - 59km Hobart to – Launceston Coast East 600 Suggested route: a3 to Buckland, C351 F left to Richmond. 500 400 300

ltitude (m) 200 a 100 0 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 Distance (km) Day 7: Richmond to Hobart - 30km Suggested route: B31 then C324 right 600 to Grasstree Hill and Risdon, becomes 500 G B32 and B35 over to 400 300 Glenorchy. Through traffic lights on ltitude (m) 200 a Elwick Rd, left onto intercity Cycleway 100 to Hobart. 0 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 Distance (km) Alternate route options: B31 through Cambridge, a3 right and over to Hobart. alternatively, B32 right at Risdon through Geilston Bay and over Tasman Bridge to Hobart.

Total Distance: 429km average Daily Distance: 61.3km

2 Week East Coast Itinerary

Day 1: Launceston to George Town - 60km Suggested route: a7 north, right onto 600 Rosevears Drive, rejoins a7, then C728 500 H right to Batman Bridge. B73 straight, 400 300 then a8 left to George Town. ltitude (m) 200 a 100 a8 from Alternate route options: 0 Launceston to George Town. 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 Distance (km)

Day 2: George Town to Bridport - 57km 600 Suggested route: a8 south, B82 left, I B84 left to Bridport. 500 400 Alternate route options: C818 300

ltitude (m) 200 detour for Pipers River wine route. a 100 0 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Distance (km)

Day 3: Bridport to Derby - 54km Suggested route: B84 south to 600 scottsdale, then a3 to Derby. 500 J 400 300

ltitude (m) 200 a 100 0 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Distance (km)

Do you have additional days in Tasmania? Why not fly to Flinders or Kingi slands and cycle around the variety of sealed and dirt roads? 9 Day 4: Derby to St Helens - 62km Suggested route: A3 to St Helens. 600 500 K Alternate route options: B82 to 400 Pioneer, C841 right to Goulds Country 300

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(unsealed). Alternatively C843 to A titude(m) Ansons Bay Rd (unsealed). 100 0 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 Distance (km)

Day 5: St Helens to Bicheno - 76km Suggested route: A3 to Bicheno. 600 500 L Alternate route options: A 4 detour via 400 St Mary’s. 300

l 200 A titude(m) 100 0 0 10 20 30 40 6050 70 80 Distance (km) Day 6: Bicheno to Coles Bay - 38km 600 Suggested route: A3 south, C302 right M to Coles Bay. 500 400 Alternate route options: Friendly 300

l 200 Beaches and Isaacs Point (unsealed) A titude(m) 100 out and back. 0 0 5 10 15 20 3025 35 40 Distance (km)

Day 7: Rest Day

Day 8: Coles Bay to Swansea - 58km Suggested route: C302 retrace route, 600 A3 left to Swansea. 500 N 400 300

l 200 A titude(m) 100 0 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Distance (km) Day 9: Swansea to Orford - 57km Suggested route: A3 to Orford. 600 500 O Alternate route options: day trip 400 to Maria Island (dirt roads) from 300

Triabunna on ferry. l 200 A titude(m) 100 0 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Distance (km)

Day 10: Orford to Dunalley - 63km Suggested route: A3 to Buckland. C335 600 left to Nugent, C335 left to , 500 P C336 left to , C337 left to 400 300 Marion Bay and Boomer Bay. Joins A9 l 200 A titude(m) to Dunalley. 100 0 Alternate route options: From 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 Kellevie take C336 to Copping, then Distance (km) A9 to Dunalley.

10 East Coast – Launceston to Hobart

S ea kayaking at Coles Bay

Day 11: Dunalley to Port Arthur - 38km Suggested route: A9 to Port Arthur. 600 500 Q Alternate route options: detour left off 400 A9 on Pirates Bay Dr then rejoin A9. 300

l 200 A titude(m) 100 0 0 5 10 15 2520 30 35 40 Distance (km)

Day 12: Port Arthur to Dunalley via - 56km Suggested route: B37 through White 600 Beach, Nubeena, Premaydena, 500 R to . A9 left on A9 and continue 400 300 to Dunalley. l 200 A titude(m) 100 A t Nubeena Alternate route options: 0 take short cut on C343 to Koonya. 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Distance (km)

Day 13: Dunalley to Richmond - 47km Suggested route: C334 to Carlton 600 River. Left on Carlton River Rd, left 500 S on Carlton Beach Rd, then left on 400 300 Lewisham Scenic Dr, A9 left to l 200 A titude(m) Sorell. Through lights onto A3, 100 C351 left to Richmond. 0 0 10 20 30 40 50 Alternate route options: A 9 straight Distance (km) through to Sorell.

Day 14: Richmond to Hobart - 30km Suggested route: B31 then C324 right 600 to Grasstree Hill and Risdon, becomes 500 T B32 and B35 over Bowen Bridge to 400 300 Glenorchy. Through traffic lights on l 200 A titude(m) Elwick Rd, left onto Intercity Cycleway 100 to Hobart. 0 0 5 10 15 20 3025 35 Distance (km) Alternate route options: B31 through Cambridge, A3 right and over Tasman Bridge to Hobart. Alternatively, B32 right at Risdon through Geilston Bay and over Tasman Bridge to Hobart.

Total Distance: 697km Average Daily Distance: 53.6km

11 West Coast

The west coast is as different to the east coast as you can possibly imagine. Swap calm, mild beaches for rugged, mountainous and completely wild, with a temperamental climate and unpredictable weather patterns. The road to and from the furthest town on the west coast, Strahan, is winding, hilly and beautiful but deserving of the challenge. (Continues P.14)

1 week Suggested Itinerary Hobart to Launceston via west coast - 647km 1000 800 600 400 l A 200(m) titude 0 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Distance (km) This itinerary is designed for advanced riders, averaging nearly 100km per day over challenging hilly terrain. Less experienced riders may prefer the suggested 2 week itinerary, or consider the east coast. If you like remote, rugged and mind blowing scenery, then this nature lovers trail is for you.

12 West Coast – Hobart to Launceston to – Hobart

For detailed routes, see fold out map inside the cover of this guide.

Frenchmans Cap forms a dramatic backdrop

2 week Suggested Itinerary Hobart to Launceston via west coast - 890km 1000 800 600 400 ltitude (m) a 200 0 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 Distance (km) The west coast of Tasmania is not to be taken lightly, so if you have the time to linger, try this 2 week itinerary. Compared to the east coast, there are fewer towns between end points, so be sure to carry everything you need for each day just in case. and if you’re planning to stay in accommodation, book ahead to avoid disappointment, as some of the towns are quite small. This 2 week trip starts in Hobart and heading south west via first, takes you up and around the west coast, then to Cradle mt before finishing in Launceston. 13 (Continued from P.12) The remoteness along this route can be daunting for many, and you must be well equipped to tackle the terrain with all repair tools and spares and be self-sufficient. There are no bike shops between Hobart and Burnie. The hills are not insurmountable, many with a good steady gradient that you can settle into a rhythm easily – plus the breathtaking descents are varied, frequent and well worth it. And if you enjoy a challenge, are a confident and experienced cyclist and like to admire awesome scenery, you will love this side of the island.

1 Week West Coast Itinerary

Day 1: Hobart to Hamilton - 80km Suggested route: Intercity cycleway 1000 from Cenotaph through Claremont 800 A then main road to Granton and A10 to 600 New Norfolk. B62 to Bushy Park, then 400 l B61 right to rejoin the A10 to Hamilton. A 200titude(m) 0 0 20 40 60 80 100 Distance (km) Alternate route options: A10 from New Norfolk straight to Hamilton; out and back west on B61 from Bushy Park to Mt Field National Park; C184 from New Norfolk to Rosegarland via Black Hills.

Day 2: Hamilton to - 101km Suggested route: 1000 A10 to Derwent Bridge. 800 B 600 400 l A 200titude(m) 0 0 20 40 60 80100 120 Distance (km)

Day 3: Derwent Bridge to Strahan - 126km Suggested route: A10 to Queenstown, 1000 then left on B24 to Strahan. 800 C 600 400 l A 200titude(m) 0 0 20 40 40 40 100 120 140 Distance (km) Day 4: Strahan to Rosebery - 73km Suggested route: B27 north to Zeehan, 1000 A10 right to Rosebery. 800 D 600 Alternate route options: B24 to 400 Queenstown, A10 north, B28 right l A titude(m) to Lake Plimsoll; joins A10 (left to 200 0 Rosebery-9km, or right to Tullah-3km). 0 20 40 60 80 Distance (km)

14 Day 5: Rosebery to Cradle Mt - 75km West Coast Suggested route: a10 to Tullah, 1000 C132 right to Cradle mountain. 800 E 600 – Hobart to Launceston to – Hobart 400 ltitude (m) a 200 0 0 20 40 60 80 Distance (km) Day 6: Cradle Mt to Deloraine - 104km Suggested route: C132 right to 1000 moina, C136 right to Gowrie Park, 800 F Claude Road, then C137 right to 600 Paradise. Becomes B12 to mole 400 ltitude (m) Creek, continue to Deloraine through. a 200 0 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 Distance (km) Alternate route options: Take C140 and C141 or continue along C136 to sheffield; then C156 sheffield to Kimberley, B13 right tom oltema and join a1 just south of Elizabeth Town to Deloraine; right onto C163 to avoid a1 via Red Hills.

Day 7: Deloraine to Launceston - 89km Suggested route: C503, C501 left to 1000 Osmaston, C505 right to Cluan, C513 800 G to Bracknell, continue on C513 left to 600 Bishopsbourne. C519 right to Toiberry, 400 ltitude (m) C518 right, then B51 left through a 200 Longford, B52 left to . Cross a1 0 on Clarence st/Perth mill Road, B41 0 20 40 60 80 100 Distance (km) right to Evandale. C412 to Relbia, then right on Glenwood Rd through Alternate route options: B54 through roundabout to Penquite Rd and into to Hadspen. a1 for last 8km to Launceston via Elphin Rd. Launceston.

Total Distance: 647km average Daily Distance: 92.4km

2 Week West Coast Itinerary

Day 1: Hobart to Adventure Bay - 83km Suggested route: B68 through 1000 and Bonnet Hill to Kingston. C623 800 H right to Blackmans Bay and Howden. 600 Left on B68 to margate and Kettering. 400 ltitude (m) Catch ferry to Bruny island then follow a 200 B66 to adventure Bay. 0 0 1020 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 Alternate route options: From Kingston Distance (km) take B68 straight to margate.

Day 2: Adventure Bay to Cygnet - 80km Suggested route: C629 to Lunawanna, 1000 B66 left through alonnah and car ferry, 800 I back to Kettering. B68 right to Oyster 600 Cove, C626 left to nicholls Rivulet 400 ltitude (m) and Cygnet. a 200 0 Alternate route options: From Kettering 0 1020 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 B68 left to Woodbridge, C627 left to Distance (km) Gardners Bay, B68 right to Cygnet. 15 Day 3: Cygnet to Hobart - 65km Suggested route: B68 north, C641 left 1000 to Glaziers Bay, C639 right to Cradoc, 800 J B68 left to Huonville. C620 left to 600 Ranelagh. C619 right to join the A6 for 400 l 8km, then B64 left to Fern Tree. Left at A 200titude(m) Strickland Ave, continues onto Cascade 0 Rd then Macquarie St into Hobart. 010 2030405060 70 Distance (km) Alternate route options: B68 straight to Cradoc and Huonville. (A6 from Huonville to Hobart not a recommended option).

Day 4: Hobart to Hamilton - 80km Suggested route: Follow intercity 1000 cycleway to end in Granton. Left onto 800 K Black Snake Rd loop under 600 then 500m on A1 until roundabout 400 l exit to A10 to New Norfolk. B62 to A 200titude(m) Bushy Park, B61 right, then A10 left to 0 Hamilton. 010 20 30 40 50 6070 80 90 Distance (km) Alternate route options: From New Norfolk take A10 through to Hamilton.

Day 5: Hamilton to Tarraleah - 53km Suggested route: A10 to 1000 Tarraleah passing through Ouse. 800 L 600 400 l A 200titude(m) 0 0 10 20 30 4050 60 Distance (km)

Day 6: Tarraleah to Derwent Bridge - 51km Suggested route: A10 right to Derwent 1000 Bridge. No towns on route today. 800 M 600 Alternate route options: A10 left, then 400 C601 right on Fourteen Mile Rd (dirt l A titude(m) road, mtb only). 200 0 0 10 20 30 4050 60 Distance (km)

Day 7: Derwent Bridge to Queenstown - 85km Suggested route: A10 to Queenstown. 1000 No major towns on route today. 800 N 600 400 l A 200titude(m) 0 010 20 30 40 50 6070 80 90 Distance (km)

Day 8: Queenstown to Strahan - 41km Suggested route: A10, then B24 left to 1000 Strahan. No towns on route today. 800 O 600 400 l A 200titude(m) 0 0 510 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 16 Distance (km) Day 9: Rest Day West Coast Day 10: Strahan to Rosebery - 73km Suggested route: B27 north to Zeehan, 1000 – Hobart to Launceston to – Hobart a10 right to Rosebery. 800 P 600 Alternate route options: B24 retrace 400 toward Queenstown, a10 left heading ltitude (m) a north. B28 right, then a10 left to 200 0 Rosebery, or a10 right to Tullah instead. 0 20 40 60 80 Distance (km)

Day 11: Rosebery to Cradle Mt - 75km Suggested route: a10 north, then 1000 C132 right and right again to Cradle 800 Q mountain national Park. 600 400 ltitude (m) a 200 0 0 20 40 60 80 Distance (km) Day 12: Cradle Mt to Ulverstone - 78km Suggested route: C132 retrace back 1000 to junction, then right to moina and 800 R continue to Wilmot. C133 left to Upper 600 Castra, then B15 right to sprent. C123 400 ltitude (m) left to Gawler, B17 to Ulverstone. a 200 0 Alternate route options: From sprent 0 1020 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 stay on B15 through to Ulverstone. Distance (km)

Day 13: Ulverstone to Beauty Point - 73km Suggested route: Eastland Dr to 1000 Westella Dr, B19 right to Forth and 800 S Don. Join a1 through Devonport cross 600 bridge then B74 left, B71 right to 400 ltitude (m) moriarty. C702 right, quick left on a 200 Bonneys Ln, left on Oppenheims Rd, 0 B71 left, C740 left, C741 right to York 0 1020 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 Distance (km) Town. a7 right to Beauty Point. Alternate route options: a1 from Ulverstone to Devonport. Optional side trip to Hawley/Port sorell. Day 14: Beauty Point to Launceston - 53km Suggested route: a7 south to Exeter. 1000 Left onto Rosevears Dr to wineries, 800 T rejoins a7 through to Launceston. 600 400 Alternate route options: B73 left to ltitude (m) a sidmouth then just before Batman 200 0 Bridge C728 right to Deviot and 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Gravelly Beach, then rejoins a7 to Distance (km) Launceston. alternatively, a7 all the way into Launceston.

Total Distance: 895km average Daily Distance: 68.8km

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Can you imagine a more perfect place for cycle touring?

australia’s smallest state both in area and population, Tasmania has stunning scenery and good-quality, mostly lightly trafficked roads. These plus relatively short distances between towns and services, make Tassie a perfect island escape for your next cycling touring holiday.

Acknowledgements authored by sam Denmead, island Cycle Tours; Design by nathanael Jeanneret, onetonnegraphic; elevation charts and distances using Google technology by www.mapmyride.com First printed October 2008, second edition august 2010. Photographic acknowledgements: Tourism Tasmania. © all rights reserved. simon Birch; Joe shemesh; Freycinet adventures.