The area also has a lighthouse, beaches and a colony of little penguins (Eudyptula minor), a population of 572 (at the 2016 census) and is just a 40 minutes drive from Launceston.
Dating back to 1805, the Low Head Conservation Area is the oldest Pilot and Signal Station in Australia and has run continuously since 1833.
Offering a diverse range of 19th century buildings overlooking Bass Strait, this charming precinct is a haven of tranquillity and serenity surrounded by pristine beaches.
40 Gunn Pde, Low Head, Tasmania
(03) 6382-1000
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Low Head Tourist Park
136 Low Head Rd, Low Head TAS
(03) 6382 1573
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Low Head Pilot Station is the oldest group of pilot buildings in Australia. It is the second-oldest pilot service (after Sydney).
The pilot service dates from 1805, with the appointment of William House as Harbour Master at Port Dalrymple, and the first building on the site was probably in 1806.
The pilot service still operates from this site today.
The first European settlers to arrive in the Tamar Valley came with Lieutenant Colonel William Paterson in November 1804.
They landed and set up camp at Outer Cove (now George Town), established their settlement at York Town on the West Tamar, and in 1806 moved to Launceston.
The Tamar River is a dangerous estuary with a complicated navigation channel, which has always required the help of pilots.
The oldest building on the site is Pilots’ Row.
It was a terrace of four apartments, each with four rooms, to house the pilots and their families.
It dates from 1835 and was designed by John Lee Archer, the colonial Architect. It replaced earlier wooden pilot buildings.
As the station grew, other buildings were added. These include the Coxwain’s Cottage (1847), Boat Crew Cottages (1859, 1860, 1861, 1962), the School House (1866), Pilot’s Cottage (1917), Church, Octagonal Chart Room, Workshop and Boat Shed.
Low Head Lighthouse
496 Low Head Road, Low Head, Tasmania
This free point of interest offers nice scenery, wildlife viewing and walking tracks. Dogs are not permitted. No camping or overnight parking allowed.
Low Head Penguin Tours
}485 Low Head Road, George Town,
Phone: 0418 361 860
Email: penguins@lowhead.com.au
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This paid point of interest offers wildlife viewing. Dogs are not permitted. No camping or overnight parking allowed. You must book in advance.
Low Head Penguin Tours offers a unique nature experience to get up close and personal with Little Blue Penguins as they return from the pristine waters of Bass Strait to nest in their burrows.
George Town Visitor Information Centre
92-96 Main Road, George Town
Tel: 03 6382 1700.
Email: info@georgetown.net.au
OPENING HOURS: Monday to Sunday : 9.00am to 4.00pm
Dump Point
George Town Visitor Information Centre
92-96 Main Road, George Town
Toilet Facilities
Lagoon Beach: East Tamar Highway, Low Head
East Beach: East Beach Road, Low Head
Police Station
80/82 Macquarie St, George Town TAS 7253 - non-emergency Ph. 131 444
Doctor/Medical Centre
George Town Medical Centre
49 Anne St, George Town
(03) 6382 4333
George Town District Hospital and Community Health Centre
47 Anne St, George Town TAS 7253
(03) 6702 6020
Laundromat
Cnr Sorell & Macquarie Sts, George Town
Service Tasmania and Library
12 Elizabeth St, George Town
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