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Before you go
Your trip to St Helens.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
St Helens – Tasmania Destination Freycinet and the east coast of Tasmania about 260 km from Hobart
How to get there
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Launceston Airport (LST) Western Junction · 165 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
From Bicheno, about 75 km via the Tasman Highway; from Launceston, about 165 km; from Hobart, about 260 km.
How many days
One or two nights: the Bay of Fires in a day, St Columba Falls and the village on another.
When to go
Summer is beach season; the water is cold in any season. Spring and autumn are mild and quiet.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
Yes: the Bay of Fires beaches and the waterfall are outside town. In Australia you drive on the left.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
2 days in St Helens
Day 1
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All day
Bay of Fires
Drive to Binalong Bay and follow the beaches and orange rocks of the Bay of Fires up to The Gardens.
Day 2
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Morning
St Columba Falls
Visit St Columba Falls in the inland forest, then return to St Helens to try the harbour seafood.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Bay of Fires from St Helens?
Binalong Bay, the start of the Bay of Fires, is about 10 km away.
What to do in St Helens?
Walk the Bay of Fires beaches, visit St Columba Falls and try the bay’s seafood.
Why are the Bay of Fires rocks orange?
Because of a lichen that grows on the granite.
Is St Helens a good base for the northeast coast?
Yes, it’s the region’s largest town, with accommodation, restaurants and services.