of Pristine Tasmanian Bushland

Summer Opening Hours 10am - 5pm November 1st - April 30th Open 7 Days a Week Closed Good Friday & Christmas Day Winter Opening Hours 10am - 3pm (1st May-10th June) (15th Sept-31st Oct) Closed 11th June – 14th Sept Open Sunday-Friday (closed Saturdays) Water Wheel Creek will no longer be opening on Saturdays during Winter unless prior booking arrangements have been made for groups. From the 11th of June to the 14th of September we are closed for our annual break where we usually attend the Sydney Wood Show. Due to smaller numbers on Winter afternoons we have decided to drop the 4.00pm tour in the winter months and our last tour now departs at 2.30pm.

Summer Tours Leave:

10am, 11:30am, 1:00pm, 2:30pm & 4:00pm

Winter Tours Leave:

10am, 11:30am, 1:00pm & 2:30pm

Water Wheel Creek
Timber Heritage Experience

...offers visitors a variety of options for a unique Tasmanian experience, including:

Tasmania's only working example of a timber tram-way, which is a central feature of regular tours given by the operator, John Cotton;

An accessible forest walk, rich in giant man-ferns and magnificent trees, complete with seats situated at regular intervals,

An intimate and hospitable café, nestled in a bush environment, serving a range of cakes, scones, sandwiches, coffees, tea and other drinks and...

An indoor heritage museum, show-casing restored pioneer machinery and other items that were essential to the bushman's trade of the early 1900's.

All of this enjoyed in a relaxed and friendly
country environment that can not be matched.

Natural Tasmanian Forest Experience

The forest walk takes the visitor into the diverse and magical world of the mixed Tasmanian forest.

The terrain is gentle and the walker is supported by a well defined track with hand railings and seating for people to rest and take in the serenity.

Shade is proviuded for most of the tour by a variety of well aged native Tasmanian trees and giant tree-ferns which form green leafy archways overhead.

Visitors are able to absorb the natural habitat that is home to a large number of native animals, birds, freshwater crayfish, and the platypus, although sightings of any of these animals can never be guaranteed of course.

Noteworthy natural features and examples of splendid Tasmanian trees, including Myrtle and Blackwood, are highlighted along the track with educational signage.

The forest experience provides a peaceful backdrop for a reflective stroll or an opportunity to examine in detail the delicate eco-system that supports forest life.

Water Wheel Creek Timber Heritage Experience is ideal for young and old alike to learn about and soak up the natural environment.

Adults: $10 Children(5-16yo): $5 Family(2 adults & 2 children under 16): $25 $8.50p.p. special price for group bookings of 10+ people Coach Drivers Free of Charge. Groups can be comfortably accommodated and all are guaranteed to enjoy a truly unique Tasmanian experience. Great for tour bus groups, convoys, school groups. Special interest in education/interpretation for school groups/social club outings. Group Bush Café Special Deals: Morning Tea / Afternoon Tea - $7.00 p.p. Mixed plate consisting of; Fresh Savoury Scone, Fresh Plain Scone topped with Jam and Cream, Cake, Slice, Self Serve Tea or Coffee Lunch - $9.00 p.p. Soup of the Day, Mixed Sandwiches with delicious fillings, Cake, Self Serve Tea or Coffee See our Bush Café page for more details

(Prices & times subject to change)

For more information please browse our website and feel free to contact us if you have any questions or would like to make a booking.