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Strahan attractions
Strahan attractions
Cape Sorell Lighthouse - Constructed in 1899, 40 metres high and 2.5 metres in diameter.
Macquarie Harbour Cruises - Tel: 1800 420 155. There are a number of cruises which travel across Macquarie Harbour and up the lower reaches of the Gordon River. River cruises encompass the World Heritage Area, Hells Gates, the local aquaculture industry and Sarah Island.
Ocean Beach - Desolate and beautiful. 40 km long with large dunes. Waves hitting here have travelled all the way from Patagonia in South America.
People's Park and Hogarth Falls - At the northernmost end of Strahan Harbour, the Park a mix of natural forest and botanical gardens, with picnic and camping facilities. From here it's a 30 minute walk to the Hogarth Falls through rainforest.
Sarah Island - Former convict station, dating from 1822. Ruins of buildings still visible.
Strahan Wharf Centre - Tel: 1800 420 555. Comprehensive display recounting the story of the Tasmanian west coast.
The Ship That Never Was - Strahan Visitors Centre, at The Esplanade. Tel: +61-3-6471-7700. Longest running theatre production in Tasmania, the true story of the escape from Sarah Island, by the Round Earth Theatre Company.
Visitors Information Centre - The Esplanade. Tel: +61-3-6472-6800. Good place to check first. The Government of Tasmania sponsors a web site just for the town of Strahan .
Water Tower Hill Lookout - Esk Street. Excellent view of town and Macquarie Harbour.
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