St Helens Attractions
St Helens (pop. 1200), a resort famed for its fish restaurants which is particularly popular in summer, lies on the northeast coast of Tasmania. Originally a convict colony and a whaling station, it later developed into the most important fishing port on the east coast. Round the town are a number of good, safe beaches, including Georges Bay. Some of them are popular with surfers.
St Helens Surroundings
Bay of Fires
To the north of St Helens is the beautiful Bay of Fires. Some sections of coast in this area are nature reserves. Camping and walking are allowed.
Scamander
The little resort of Scamander (pop. 700) is in a beautiful setting at the mouth of the Scamander, a river famed for its abundance of fish.
