St Helens
The largest town on the east coast, wrapped around sheltered Georges Bay — a relaxed fishing town and the natural gateway to the Bay of Fires.
St Helens & Georges Bay
St Helens is the largest town on Tasmania’s east coast and the natural base for the north end of the Great Eastern Drive. Wrapped around sheltered Georges Bay, it’s a relaxed fishing and boating town — and, best of all, the gateway to the Bay of Fires, with Binalong Bay just up the road. With the coast’s widest choice of food and beds, it makes an easy place to settle in for a few nights. Here’s what to do.
What to See & Do
Georges Bay
A sheltered bay for boating, paddling and calm-water swims.
Fishing & Boating
A long-standing fishing town with charters off the coast.
Gateway to Bay of Fires
Binalong Bay and the orange-boulder coast are a short drive away.
Binalong Bay
White sand and clear water at the Bay of Fires’ southern end.
St Helens Tips
- Use St Helens as your base for the Bay of Fires
- Fishing charters are seasonal — check current details and book ahead
- It has the coast’s widest choice of food and accommodation
- Stay a night or two — see where to stay
- Prefer guided? See our Bay of Fires tour
St Helens — FAQ
Where is St Helens?
St Helens sits on Georges Bay near the northern end of the Great Eastern Drive, the largest town on Tasmania’s east coast and the main gateway to the Bay of Fires. See getting around the East Coast.
What is there to do in St Helens?
Explore sheltered Georges Bay, head out fishing or boating, walk or swim at nearby Binalong Bay, and use the town as a base for day trips up the Bay of Fires. It also has the coast’s widest choice of places to eat and stay.
Is St Helens good for fishing?
Yes — St Helens is a well-known fishing town, with sheltered Georges Bay and a long-standing game- and sport-fishing scene off the coast. Charter operators are seasonal, so check current details.
How far is St Helens from the Bay of Fires?
Binalong Bay, the southern gateway to the Bay of Fires, is only a short drive from St Helens — making the town the easiest base for exploring the orange-boulder coast.
How long should you stay in St Helens?
A night or two lets you enjoy Georges Bay and give the Bay of Fires the time it deserves. See where to stay on the East Coast.
East Coast, Planned Around You
The Great Eastern Drive, the Bay of Fires and Maria Island, penguins at Bicheno and oysters by the water — with the driving and bookings handled by the family that’s toured Australia since 1974.
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