Brazil
Argentina
Bolivia
Chile
Colombia
Ecuador
Guyana
French Guiana
Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
Paraguay
Peru
Suriname
Uruguay
Venezuela
Germany
Austria
Belgium
Croatia
Denmark
Spain
Finland
France
Greece
the Netherlands
Hungary
Ireland
Iceland
Italy
Luxembourg
Norway
Poland
Portugal
the United Kingdom
the Czech Republic
Sweden
Switzerland
Turkey
Canada
the United States
Mexico
the Dominican Republic
South Africa
Fiji
New Zealand
Papua New Guinea
Dunes · Strahan, Tasmania
Henty Dunes
Sand dunes up to 30 metres high about 14 km north of Strahan, between the forest and the ocean, with a trail to the beach.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Discover
About Henty Dunes
The Henty dunes lie about 14 km north of Strahan, between the west coast forest and the ocean. They are light sand hills reaching around 30 metres and stretching for kilometres along the beach.
From the parking area a path climbs to the top of the dunes, where you can see the sea and the forest. A trail of roughly 1 hour crosses the sand to Ocean Beach, a long beach exposed to ocean winds.
The sand is used for board sledding, and shops in Strahan rent boards. Some companies offer ATV tours on the dunes.
The water at Ocean Beach is open and powerful, and swimming is not recommended. There is no entry fee for the area.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
1 to 2 hours.
Best time
Late afternoon, when the light is low across the sand.
How to get there
By car, about 14 km north of Strahan on Henty Road, with parking next to the dunes.
Tip
Bring water and light footwear; the sand gets hot on sunny days.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Henty Dunes
Where are the Henty dunes?
About 14 km north of Strahan, between the forest and the ocean.
Can you swim at Ocean Beach?
Not recommended: the water is open and powerful.
Can you slide on the Henty dunes?
Yes, with a board; shops in Strahan rent boards.