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Photo of Wineglass Bay Beach with blue pure water surface

Photo of Wineglass Bay Beach with long bay

Photo of Wineglass Bay Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Wineglass Bay Beach located in natural area

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8.2

Very good

Wineglass Bay Beach

Coles Bay, Australia

#13 out of 133 in Tasmania

8.2

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Bright sand Sand bottom Perfect for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Coles Bay • 4.6 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Hazards Beach Track

2.7km

National Park Freycinet National Park

4.1km

Park Coles Bay Conservation Area

8km

Park Bagot Point Coastal Reserve

9.4km

Tourist Attraction Honeymoon Bay

3.2km

Tourist Attraction Public Bench with beautiful view

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Cape Tourville Lighthouse and Lookout

6.1km

Tourist Attraction Sandpiper Beach

8.4km

Tourist Attraction Swan river Beach access

9km

Historical Landmark Lemon Rock

3.8km

Historical Landmark Cooks Hut

6.8km

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About

Wineglass Bay Beach is located on the Tasman Sea and it is in the 1th place out of 22 beaches in the Glamorgan-Spring Bay region The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long bay with crystal blue water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Wineglass Bay Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

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

To get to the beach, you need to walk along a mountain trail more than 1km long.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Richardsons Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

Wineglass Bay Beach (Glamorgan-Spring Bay) is located outside the Coles Bay 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 Tasmania island, 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

5.8 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Coles Bay • 4.6 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Hazards Beach Track

2.7km

National Park Freycinet National Park

4.1km

Park Coles Bay Conservation Area

8km

Park Bagot Point Coastal Reserve

9.4km

Tourist Attraction Honeymoon Bay

3.2km

Tourist Attraction Public Bench with beautiful view

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Cape Tourville Lighthouse and Lookout

6.1km

Tourist Attraction Sandpiper Beach

8.4km

Tourist Attraction Swan river Beach access

9km

Historical Landmark Lemon Rock

3.8km

Historical Landmark Cooks Hut

6.8km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.5 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.9km 25 min walk

Hazards Beach Hazards Beach

6 Pleasant

3.7km

Richardsons Beach Richardsons Beach

7.8 Very good

6.2km

Muirs Beach Muirs Beach

7.1 Good

7km

Cooks Beach Cooks Beach

5.9 Pleasant

8.5km

Sandpiper Beach Sandpiper Beach

5.9 Pleasant

9.2km

Sandpiper Beach II Sandpiper Beach II

6.6 Good

10.6km

Bryans Beach Bryans Beach

6 Pleasant

11.9km

Passage Beach Passage Beach

7 Good

Localities

Nearest

Coles Bay • 4.6km

Transport

Airport

HLS • 92.1km

Bus Station

Freycinet Visitor Centre, Freycinet Dr • 4.6km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Wineglass Bay Beach?

The coastline of Wineglass Bay 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 Wineglass Bay Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Wineglass Bay Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Wineglass Bay Beach good for swimming?

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

Wineglass Bay Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

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

Is the Wineglass Bay 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 gentle.

Is the Wineglass Bay Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Wineglass Bay Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature

What are the key audiences of Wineglass Bay Beach?

Wineglass Bay Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Hiking adventurers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Wineglass Bay Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Wineglass Bay Beach.

How far is the Wineglass Bay Beach from parking?

The Wineglass Bay Beach has no parking spot and you have to overcome a long trail with descent at the end.

Are there any attractions nearby Wineglass Bay Beach?

There are 2 attractions near Wineglass Bay Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Honeymoon Bay located in 3.3 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Wineglass Bay Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Wineglass Bay Beach is January. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 11°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.