Location:

Cape Tourville Lighthouse Lookout is located within Freycinet National Park on Tasmania’s east coast, near the town of Coles Bay. The lighthouse sits atop Cape Tourville, overlooking the Tasman Sea and the Hazards coastline. Access to the park requires a national park entry pass.

How to get there:

From Coles Bay, follow Coles Bay Road toward the Freycinet Visitor Centre. Turn onto the Cape Tourville Road, which leads to the lighthouse car park. From the parking area, a short wheelchair-accessible boardwalk leads to the viewing platform beside the lighthouse.

Hike length:

Approximately 500 meters return from the car park to the lighthouse lookout, taking around 10–15 minutes.

Difficulty Level:

Very easy — the boardwalk is well-formed and suitable for visitors of all ages and abilities.

Dogs allowed:

No — dogs are not permitted inside Freycinet National Park.

Entry cost / Park passes:

A valid parks pass is required for entry to Tasmania’s national parks. For example:

• A Daily Pass (up to 24 hours): Per vehicle (up to 8 people) costs AUD $47.70. A per‑person pass (travelling by bus, cycle or on foot) costs AUD $23.85. 

• A Holiday Pass (up to 2 months): Per vehicle (up to 8 people) costs AUD $95.50. Per person (travelling by bus/cycle/foot) costs AUD $47.75. 
This “holiday” option gives you access to all Tasmanian national parks for up to two months from the start date. 
Note: Prices may change, so it’s best to check the official site before you go.

More information:

Cape Tourville Lighthouse Lookout provides panoramic ocean views and dramatic coastal scenery, with rugged cliffs, turquoise waters, and abundant seabirds. The lighthouse itself adds a historic and photogenic element to the landscape.

The lookout is a popular stop for photographers, wildlife enthusiasts, and families, particularly at sunrise or late afternoon when the lighting accentuates the cliffs and coastline. It’s an easy but rewarding walk that can be combined with other Freycinet highlights, such as Wineglass Bay Lookout, Hazards Beach and the Freycinet Coastal Circuit.