Swimcart Beach is a stunning 1.5 km sweep of pure white sand and crystal-clear turquoise water within the Bay of Fires Conservation Area on Tasmania's east coast. Named after an Aboriginal word meaning 'river with plenty of fish,' this beach is framed by dramatic granite boulders cloaked in bright orange lichen — the iconic Bay of Fires trademark. The beach is split into northern and southern sections by Swimcart Lagoon, which is often sand-blocked from the sea. Popular for snorkeling, swimming, and surf fishing, the calm shallow inshore waters offer good visibility for spotting reef fish and marine life. The beach faces east into the Tasman Sea and delivers a classic, wild Tasmanian coastal experience.
Swimcart Beach
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Wave Height 0.6 mSwell Period 7.5 sWind Speed 2.2 knPrecipitation 2.5 mmTidal Phase slack
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Low risk: Sweeping swell and rips
East-facing beach exposed to Tasman Sea swells. Surf conditions can change rapidly with moderate to strong rips, especially around the lagoon entrance. Rated 5/10 hazard.
Low risk: Lagoon sand-bar instability
Swimcart Lagoon mouth is often blocked but can break through unpredictably, creating strong outflow currents when open.
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From St Helens, drive north on Gardens Road (C848) for approximately 15 km. Turn right onto Swimcart Beach Road (south entry) or continue to the Cosy Corner turnoff (north entry). The beach is about 15 minutes north of Binalong Bay in the Bay of Fires Conservation Area.
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Unsealed parking areas available near both the north and south sections of the beach. Parking can fill up quickly during peak summer months.
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Free camping (max 28 days). No entry fee. No booking required.
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