Photo of Old Jetty Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Old Jetty Beach with blue pure water surface

Photo of Old Jetty Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

7.4

Good

Old Jetty Beach

Emita, Australia

#37 out of 133 in Tasmania

7.4

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Deserted Sand bottom Perfect for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Emita • 1.9 km

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About

Old Jetty Beach is located on the Bass Strait and it is in the 4th place out of 5 beaches in the Flinders region The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a small bay with crystal blue water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Old Jetty Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

Old Jetty Beach (Flinders) is located outside the Emita settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Flinders island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Old Jetty Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+12 ^o C +5 ^o C

Air temperature

1.9 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

0.7 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Emita • 1.9 km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Old Jetty Beach?

The coastline of Old Jetty Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Old Jetty Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Old Jetty Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Old Jetty Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Old Jetty Beach is partially protected from waves.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Old Jetty Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Old Jetty Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Old Jetty Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Old Jetty Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Old Jetty Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Old Jetty Beach.

How far is the Old Jetty Beach from parking?

The Old Jetty Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

What is the best time of the year to visit Old Jetty Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Old Jetty Beach is January. Its average value reaches 22°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 19°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 12°C and water 12°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Old Jetty Beach (Flinders Council) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Old Jetty Beach (Flinders Council) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.