What to do in Tullah Tasmania
Tullah is a small town situated on Tasmania’s rugged west coast on the northern edge of the west coast range. Tullah was originally a mining town and was only accessible by foot, horse or rail on the Emu Bay Railway until 1960. Tullah received a new breath of life in the 1970s when it was utilised as a base by workers employed to construct the Hydro Electric Power Scheme.
Visitors to the town can take a scenic ride on the 1924 steam locomotive ‘Wee Georgie’
Part of the railway is still functioning and visitors to the town can take a scenic ride around the town on the 1924 steam locomotive Wee Georgie. The Wee Georgie Wood Steam Railway departs right from the centre of Tullah and departs for a 25 minute ride.
Tullah is situated on the edge of Lake Roseberry so boating and fishing are popular activities
There are stunning landscape views of Mt Farrell and Mt Murchison and the town is located on the edge of Lake Roseberry so boating and fishing are popular tourist activities. There are also boutique shops selling handcrafted wares including wooden bowls, platters and vases carved from Huon Pine and Tasmanian Oak.
Tullah is also host to the Hydro Tasmania Tullah Challenge Triathlon held in November and forms part of the car racing circuit for Targa Tasmania held during April/May.
Things to do around Tullah Tasmania
Wee Georgie Wood
Step back in time and take a 20 minute ride into the heart of Tullah on the 1924 steam locomotive Wee Georgie Wood.
Walking Tracks
Tullah has a range of walking tracks in the town itself. These include the Mount Farrell/Lake Herbert Walk, Lake Rosebery Walk & Mount Murchison.
Tullah Tasmania Campervan & Motorhome Parks
Tullah Lakeside Lodge
Tullah Lakeside Lodge is situated on the banks of beautiful Lake Rosebery, on the West Coast of Tasmania. The Lodge is uniquely placed to explore most of the West Coast and has amazing things to see in the immediate area. The Lodge offers multiple sites with power and water, with a shared amenities block. 56 Farrell St, Tullah, Tasmania.
Travel Times & Distances to Tullah Tasmania
From Launceston: app. 2 hours 30 minutes – 190kms
From Devonport: app. 1 hour 40 minutes – 140kms
Visitor Information & Booking Centre
Phone: (03) 6473 4264
Info Website: https://www.discovertullah.com.au/