Tessellated Pavement
Port Arthur, Tasmania
A wave-cut rock platform at Pirates Bay near Eaglehawk Neck, where fractured sedimentary rock forms a pattern of neat rectangular tiles. Low tide in low light shows it best; watch the swell and stay off wet rock.
- Nearest town
- Port Arthur, Tasmania
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- -43.0105, 147.9304
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually November–March. Still fine, with some compromises, in April–May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Tessellated Pavement?
Tessellated Pavement is in Port Arthur, Tasmania, at GPS -43.0105, 147.9304.
Which road trips pass Tessellated Pavement?
Tessellated Pavement is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Hobart and the Tasman Peninsula.
What is there to see near Tessellated Pavement?
Places worth a stop nearby: Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen (4 km), Fortescue Bay campground (15 km), Port Arthur Historic Site (17 km) and Cape Hauy (17 km).
When is the best time to visit Tessellated Pavement?
The most pleasant months are usually November–March. Still fine, with some compromises, in April–May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)