This is a delightful, long and varied walk around the perimeter of the picturesque Labillardiere Peninsula on Bruny Island. It features constant coastal and mountain views, stretches of long sandy beach, and quiet sheltered bays.
This is a low level, relatively easy, if long, circuit. The circuit is usually done in a clockwise fashion. It follows along the tops of small cliffs, with constant views out to the southern coastline of Tasmania until you reach Butlers Beach, which is a delightful spot to stop and swim or just to have lunch, looking out to Partridge Island. Continue the walk back along the coast to Jetty Beach. Heathfields and forests abound. The heathland and eucalypt forest contain abundant flowers year round, attracting a great variety of birds. In spring and summer you might spot a snake sunning itself on the path, so it is recommended to wear gaitors or long pants.
Park entry fees apply.
How to get there: Travel time from Sealink Bruny Island Ferry, Roberts Point – 1 hour 6 min (61.4km)
Once disembarking Sealink Bruny Island Ferry, head south on Lennon Rd, merging into Bruny Island Main Road, for 42km until you reach the T section at Lunawanna. Take the right turn onto Bruny Island Main Road which merges into Light House Road and travel for 16kms. Take a sharp right turn onto Jetty Road and travel 2.3km until you reach the Jetty Beach Camp Ground. Access the start of the signposted track from the Jetty Beach Campground.
Long sections of road on Bruny Island are unsealed, but are suitable for 2WD vehicles and bicycles.