“I love the places that make you realize how small you and your problems are.”
– Anonymous
West Coast Wilderness: Where the Wild Things Are (Including You).
Tasmania’s West Coast isn’t just remote - it’s next level remote. A place where nature still calls the shots, where ancient rainforests meet dramatic coastlines, and where the weather has exactly zero interest in your weekend plans. This is a land of raw, untamed beauty, home to the Tarkine, one of the last great temperate rainforests on earth. If you’re the kind of person who finds comfort in the sound of the wind through the trees rather than city traffic, welcome home.
Whether you’re trekking through misty wilderness, spotting wildlife, or just soaking in the silence, the West Coast offers something rare - the chance to truly disconnect.
West Coast Towns: Where History Meets the Wild
The towns of the West Coast aren’t polished, primped, or trying too hard to impress you—and that’s exactly why they’re worth exploring. These are places shaped by resilience, adventure, and a little bit of stubbornness, where history isn’t just told in museums (though you can’t beat The West Coast Heritage Centre in Zeehan for an in depth dive into the West Coast) - it’s felt in the streets, landscapes, and locals.
• Strahan: A charming harbourside town and the gateway to the Gordon River—expect jaw-dropping wilderness cruises, endless ocean views, and some of the freshest seafood you’ll ever eat.
• Queenstown: If Mars had pubs, it would probably look like Queenstown. A dramatic, stripped-bare landscape shaped by its mining past, this town is raw, real, and weirdly beautiful.
• Zeehan: Once a booming silver town, now a quiet place with a rugged, industrial edge—no fancy gift shops, but plenty of history (and a damn good location).
• Corinna: A tiny outpost on the edge of the Tarkine, where there’s no Wi-Fi, no rush, and no reason to be anywhere else.
This isn’t a place for curated tourist experiences—it’s real, raw, and waiting to be explored.
Zeehan: Not Fancy but Perfectly Placed
Let’s be honest - Zeehan isn’t trying to be a postcard-perfect tourist town. No trendy cafés, no artisanal gift shops, and no one trying to sell you a $12 kombucha. Instead, you’ll find a town with a rich history, rugged charm, and the best location you could ask for.
Sitting smack in the middle of the West Coast, Zeehan is the ultimate basecamp. From here, you can reach wild beaches, misty rainforests, and dramatic mountains with ease. It’s close to all the action but far enough away that you’ll feel like you’ve truly escaped.
So if you’re looking for a place that’s unpolished, unexpected, and unbeatable for adventure, Zeehan’s got you covered.
“One travels to run away from routine, that dreadful routine that kills all imagination and all our capacity for enthusiasm.”
– Ella Maillart
