Penguin Car Park at Low Head
| Nearest Road: | Low Head Rd |
|---|---|
| Nearest Town: | George Town |
| Locality: | North |
| Latitude: | S 41° 3′ 32″ |
| Longitude: | E 146° 47′ 30″ |
| Elevation: | 10 m |
| Fee: | No charge |
| Management: | Local council |
| Road Surface: | Sealed |
| Car Park: | Sealed |
| Water: | Dry |
| Toilets: | None |
| Toilet Accessibility: | No toilet |
| Shelter: | None |
| Picnic Table: | No table |
| Comment: | Approaching from the south, it is just on the crest of the rise before the lighthouse, along the left side of the road. |
2 walks from Penguin Car Park at Low Head
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Low Head Penguin Tours
| Goal: | Penguin Viewing Platform |
|---|---|
| Grade: | Fairly flat |
| Type: | Retrace route |
| One-way distance: | 200 m |
| Return distance: | 400 m |
| Comment: | Tour groups only from 1 hour prior to sunset. Meet guide at gate. Tour 60-90 minutes. |
References
Low Head Penguin Tours, Welcome to Low Head Penguin Tours, Penguin Tours Tasmania, Low Head Penguin Tours
“The number of penguins you will see will vary depending on the season.â€
Walker Designs, Provincial Tamar Website, George Town Municipality, Low Head Penguin Tours - Low Head
1 hour 30 minutes retrace route
“… get up close and personal with the Little Blue Penguins…â€
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Nuns Beach Access Walk
| Goal: | Nuns Beach |
|---|---|
| Grade: | Fairly flat |
| Type: | Retrace route |
| One-way distance: | 200 m |
| Return distance: | 400 m |
| Comment: | During daylight hours, prior to one hour before penguin arrival, visitors can access the area through the Penguin Tour gate. |
References
Low Head Penguin Tours, Welcome to Low Head Penguin Tours, Penguin Tours Tasmania, Low Head Penguin Tours
“The pristine beach faces Bass Strait…â€