Hiking Wineglass Bay
A steep climb to the lookout, a longer walk down to the sand, or a hard granite scramble up Mt Amos — three ways to meet Freycinet’s famous bay.
Hiking Wineglass Bay
The image is famous: a perfect arc of white sand and turquoise water, framed by the pink-granite peaks of the Hazards. Earning that view is part of the pleasure. The climb to the Wineglass Bay lookout is short and steep; the walk down to the beach is longer and quieter; and for the very fit, Mt Amos is a hands-on scramble to an aerial view. Here’s what to expect, and how to choose your walk.
A steep climb to the lookout, a longer walk down to the sand, or a hard granite scramble — three ways to meet Wineglass Bay.
Three Ways Up
The Lookout Climb
A steep, stepped climb over the saddle to the classic view of the bay.
Down to the Beach
Continue past the lookout to the sand itself, then climb back out.
Mt Amos
A steep scramble over bare granite to a spectacular aerial view.
Cape Tourville
Prefer it easy? An accessible boardwalk to huge coastal views.
Before You Set Off
- Start early — the car park and track fill by mid-morning in summer
- Carry water, sun protection and sturdy shoes — there are lots of steps
- Only attempt Mt Amos if fit and sure-footed, in dry, calm weather
- Carry a Tasmania national-park pass and check current track advice
- Prefer to be shown the way? See our Freycinet tours
Hiking Wineglass Bay — FAQ
How long is the Wineglass Bay walk?
The climb to the lookout is a steep ~1 to 1.5 hour return over a saddle in the Hazards. Continuing down to the beach and back is a longer walk of about 2.5 to 3 hours in total.
Is the Wineglass Bay hike hard?
The lookout climb is short but steep, with a lot of steps — take water and decent shoes. The descent to the beach adds distance and a solid climb back up, so pace yourself and allow more time in the heat.
Can you climb Mt Amos?
Yes, but Mt Amos in the Hazards is a hard scramble over bare granite slabs, not a casual walk. It rewards you with a spectacular aerial view of Wineglass Bay, but it is only for fit, sure-footed walkers in dry, calm conditions — check current track advice.
What should you bring?
Water, sun protection, sturdy shoes and a warm layer — the weather changes fast on the coast. You also need a valid Tasmania national-park pass, and it is best to start early as the car park fills by mid-morning in summer.
Is there an easier walk for the view?
Yes — for big coastal views without the climb, drive to Cape Tourville, an easy boardwalk loop to a lighthouse. See more things to do.
Freycinet, Planned Around You
Wineglass Bay and the Hazards, quiet white-sand beaches, oysters straight from the bay and coastal walks — with the driving and bookings handled by the family that’s toured Australia since 1974.
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