Trail Fast Facts
Lowestoft Bay to Windermere Beach is a 4.5km, grade 2 hike in Claremont, Tasmania. This hike typically takes 1.5 hours to complete.
Hike Overview
These three stunning beachfront bays—Connewarre Bay, Windermere Bay, and another nestled along the Derwent Foreshore—are seamlessly connected by the Berriedale Foreshore Track and the Connewarre Bay to Windermere Bay Walking Track. This 4.5 km, Grade 2 hike winds through diverse vegetation, including native she-oaks and acacias, and typically takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete as a return walk. For a shorter option, you can begin at Connewarre Bay for a 2.6 km return walk. Alternatively, the hike can be done one-way, but return transport will be necessary.
This scenic walk offers a serene experience for nature lovers and beach enthusiasts, providing a peaceful escape in the heart of Claremont, Tasmania.
Map and GPX file
Max elevation: 16 m
Min elevation: 2 m
Total climbing: 52 m
Total descent: -52 m
Shorter version from Connewarre Bay
Max elevation: 16 m
Min elevation: 2 m
Total climbing: 22 m
Total descent: -22 m
Getting there
Lowestoft Bay is accessible from Main Road at the Australian Trackers and War Dogs Memorial Park. To reach Connewarre Bay, take Main Road and turn onto Connewarre Crescent. Windermere Beach is best accessed through Knights Point Reserve via Windermere Beach Road.
Track Grade
Grade 2 (Easy) -Â A Gentle Introduction to Inclines: Grade 2 on the AWTGS represents easy walking tracks that offer a slightly more challenging experience compared to Grade 1. Similar to Grade 1, no prior bushwalking experience is required. The track surface is typically hardened or compacted and may have gentle hill sections or occasional steps. The total distance of a Grade 2 walk is typically no greater than 10 kilometers. These walks are still suitable for families with a bit more experience or those seeking a gentle introduction to some inclines.
About the region
Claremont is a suburb of the City of Glenorchy, part of the greater Hobart area, Tasmania, Australia. It is named after Claremont House, which was built in the 1830s by local settler Henry Bilton, who named it after one of the royal homes of England.
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