Discover Orford

Just over an hour from Hobart, Orford is the perfect place to take a break for a coffee and snack (or long lunch), throw in a line from the Prosser River Bridge or visit one of the nearby beaches—including Raspins, Millingtons, Spring and Rheban Beach. Take some time to go for a swim, take a stroll on the sand or just laze the afternoon away while you take in the views over Mercury Passage towards Maria Island.

River, ocean, island, and bush views?
It must be Orford!

Take some time to explore the local area on foot—try the scenic cliff walk from East Shelley to Spring Beach or walk the convict road beside the Prosser River to the ruins of Paradise probation station. Alternatively, pack a picnic and head to Three Thumbs Lookout for lunch with a view.

While you’re here, factor in some time to visit a local winery (try Darlington Vineyard), sample some local gin at Waverley Distillery, play a round of golf or take the Wielangta Forest Drive—a gravel forestry road that leads through tall eucalypt forests and pockets of remnant rainforest (4WD only).

Travel Times

Orford is 1 hour from Hobart and 2 hours and 30 minutes from Launceston.

Recommendations

• Nature experiences: Three Thumbs Lookout, Wielangta Forest Drive
• Attractions: Orford Golf Club
• Accommodation: Orford Blue Waters, Spring Bay Mill, Eastcoaster 
• Food and beverage: Darlington Vineyard, Waverley Distillery, Spring Bay Distillery 

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