The southern section of the Bay of Fires, stretching 13 km from Binalong Bay to The Gardens, is a stunning coastal conservation area where brilliant white sandy beaches meet crystalline azure seas. Iconic orange lichen-covered granite boulders frame the shoreline, creating a breathtaking backdrop for snorkeling. This section includes Jeanneret Beach, Swimcart Beach, Cosy Corner, and Sloop Point — each offering calm, sheltered granite-fringed coves with reef platforms ideal for discovering underwater life. Part of the larger Bay of Fires Conservation Area, it is one of Tasmania's most celebrated coastal gems.
Bay of Fires (southern section)
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Wave Height 0.2 mSwell Period 7.8 sWind Speed 8.0 knPrecipitation 3.0 mmTidal Phase slack
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Moderate risk: Remote Beaches
Many beaches in the southern section lack facilities and are remote; limited mobile reception and no lifeguard patrols mean self-reliance is essential.
Low risk: Rip Currents
Rip currents can form at Jeanneret Beach (running out against southern rocks during higher waves) and at exposed east-facing beaches like Sloop Point where a permanent southern rip runs just outside the rocks.
Low risk: Swell Waves
Waves averaging about 1 m at exposed sections can create stronger surf conditions, particularly at Swimcart Beach and the main beach at Sloop Point.
Low risk: Granite Reefs
Submerged granite boulders and reef platforms off Cosy Corner and around headlands can present a bumping hazard for snorkelers, especially in low visibility or swell.
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Getting in
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Entry
From St Helens, drive north on Binalong Bay Road (C850) for about 10 minutes to reach Binalong Bay. For the southern section, continue north along Gardens Road (C848) for access to Jeanneret Beach, Swimcart Beach, Cosy Corner, and Sloop Point. The turn-off to Gardens Road is left from Binalong Bay Road approximately 8 km north of St Helens.
Parking & facilities
Multiple small car parks with 10-20 vehicle capacity at Jeanneret Beach, Swimcart Beach, Cosy Corner, and Sloop Point. Some lots can accommodate larger vans. Access tracks off Gardens Road are signposted.
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No entry fees; free public access to Bay of Fires Conservation Area. Camping fees may apply at designated camp sites.
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