Photo of Bluff Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Bluff Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Bluff Beach with straight shore

Photo of Bluff Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

8.1

Very good

Bluff Beach

Devonport, Australia

#18 out of 133 in Tasmania

8.1

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Devonport • 2 km

Map of beach

Park Roundhouse Park

1.2km

Park Don Reserve

2.9km

Park Penguin Viewing Platform

4.4km

Park Pardoe Northdown Conservation Area

7.4km

Farm Prickly Mo

8km

Park Tasmanian Arboretum

8.7km

Tourist Attraction Poseidon Statue

170m

Museum Bass Strait Maritime Centre

190m

Tourist Attraction Mersy Bluff Lookout

310m

Tourist Attraction Mersey Bluff Lighthouse

340m

Tourist Attraction Spirit of Tasmania Devonport

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Tasmanian Trail

1.6km

Tourist Attraction The Elm Forest

2.2km

Museum Don River Railway

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Kelcey Tier Green Belt Carpark

5.4km

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About

Bluff Beach is located on the Bass Strait and it is in the 2th place out of 5 beaches in the Devonport region The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise 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 partially crowded during the high season.

Bluff Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .

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

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 directly on the beach.

4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Back Beach, which has a rating of 7.5.

Bluff Beach is located in Devonport within Devonport, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Tasmania island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Located within the settlement

Devonport • 2 km

Map of beach

Park Roundhouse Park

1.2km

Park Don Reserve

2.9km

Park Penguin Viewing Platform

4.4km

Park Pardoe Northdown Conservation Area

7.4km

Farm Prickly Mo

8km

Park Tasmanian Arboretum

8.7km

Tourist Attraction Poseidon Statue

170m

Museum Bass Strait Maritime Centre

190m

Tourist Attraction Mersy Bluff Lookout

310m

Tourist Attraction Mersey Bluff Lighthouse

340m

Tourist Attraction Spirit of Tasmania Devonport

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Tasmanian Trail

1.6km

Tourist Attraction The Elm Forest

2.2km

Museum Don River Railway

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Kelcey Tier Green Belt Carpark

5.4km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

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7.5 Very good

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Coles Beach Coles Beach

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East Devonport Beach East Devonport Beach

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Pardoe Beach Pardoe Beach

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Moorland Beach Moorland Beach

6.9 Good

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Turners Beach Turners Beach

7.2 Good

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Buttons Beach Buttons Beach

8 Very good

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Freers Beach Freers Beach

7.2 Good

Localities

Nearest

Devonport • 2km

Transport

Airport

DPO • 6.2km

Bus Station

No.23 Shearwater Boulevard (Outside Country Club) • 15.4km

Train Station

Don Junction • 1.6km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Bluff Beach?

The coastline of Bluff Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Bluff Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Bluff 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 Bluff 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.

Bluff Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Bluff Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Bluff Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Bluff Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Bluff Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Bluff Beach?

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

(caravans / tent)

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

The bar is located right on the Bluff Beach.

How far is the Bluff Beach from parking?

The Bluff Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Bluff Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Bluff Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mersy Bluff Lookout located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Bluff Beach (Tasmania island) 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.Bluff Beach (Tasmania island) 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.