AS RESTRICTIONS on camping and intrastate travel ease, picking a destination for the long weekend away can seem daunting.
The Mercury has put together a list of 25+ destinations with something that’s sure to please every member of the family.
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SOUTHERN TASMANIA
Increased sailings means that Tasmanians will be able to take a trip out to Bruny Island over the long weekend and take in the sights and amazing produce the island has to offer.
In the Huon Valley, the magical Hastings Caves and Hartz Mountains National Park are both open to the public.
Closer to Hobart, Richmond is an easy day trip. Explore the town’s colonial past and visit its restaurants and tea rooms, and take a walk over Australia’s oldest surviving arch bridge. Drive through the Coal River Valley region for some wine and cheese.
Mount Wellington is also fantastic day trip from Hobart. Pinnacle Rd will reopen from 8.30am Saturday pending conditions.
EAST COAST
Though many might consider the East Coast a destination better suited to the warmer months, winter is also a great time to visit.
Take a drive through coastal towns such as Orford, Swansea, and Bicheno to soak up the (usually) warmer weather and, if you're brave, take a dip.
Head out to Coles Bay to visit the Freycinet National Park, and take in the incredible views of The Hazards and the sandy white beaches.
Head further up the coast to St Helens for fishing, mountain biking, and sightseeing. It's the gateway to the stunning Bay of Fires, and to the newly opened mountain bike trails.
CENTRAL TASMANIA
Heading inland, you'll Mount Field National Park is known for its glaciated landscapes and spectacular waterfalls.
For those keen on a spot of fishing, head further in land toward the Great Lake. Liawenee and Miena are some of the popular spots for shacks in this region, and are known for being some of the coldest spots in Tassie.
NORTHERN TASMANIA
If you’re driving North, pay a visit to the state’s second largest city — Launceston. Take a walk through the stunning Cataract Gorge and visit City Park to say hi to the monkeys.
Take a drive into the Meander Valley for some great bushwalking, and head into the North East to take in the sights at Scottsdale and Derby — Tasmania’s mountain biking mecca.
NORTH-WEST AND WEST COAST
On your way through to Devonport and Burnie, make sure to stop at Elizabeth Town to sample the berries and cheese the town is well known for.
Though about five hours away from Hobart, Stanley is a must-see. The biggest attraction here is the Nut — the remains of an ancient volcanic plug.
Cradle Mountain is one of the state's must-see spots, which is still open though the visitor centre and some trails are closed.
Other places worth visiting include historic former mining town Zeehan, seaside convict town Strahan, and the largest town in region — Queenstown.
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