Tucked within Freycinet National Park on Tasmania's east coast, Sleepy Bay is a sheltered rocky bay famed for its turquoise waters and striking orange lichen-encrusted granite boulders. A short 10-minute walk from Cape Tourville Road leads you to a wooden-fenced lookout and down to the water's edge, where calm, protected waters create ideal conditions for snorkelling and diving. At low tide, spectacular rockpools emerge, trapping small fish and other marine life for close-up exploration. The vibrant contrast of aquamarine sea against the pink-hued Hazards mountain range makes this one of Tasmania's most photogenic snorkelling spots.
Sleepy Bay
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Moderate risk: Slippery granite rocks
Granite boulders and rocks can be extremely slippery, especially when wet, making entry and exit treacherous.
Low risk: Low tide rock platform hazards
Sharp barnacles and uneven rock platform terrain exposed at low tide can cause cuts and falls.
Low risk: Swell and surge
Occasional southerly swells can create unexpected surges in the bay, pushing swimmers against rocks.
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Getting in
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Entry
From Coles Bay township, drive east along Freycinet Drive, then turn onto Cape Tourville Road. Follow Cape Tourville Road for approximately 4 km to reach the small carpark and signed track entrance for Sleepy Bay on the left.
Parking & facilities
Small gravel carpark on Cape Tourville Road with limited spaces. Arrive early in peak season (summer) to secure a spot.
parking
Freycinet National Park entry fee applies. A valid Parks Pass (per vehicle or per person) is required — available at the park entrance booth or online.
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