Arthur River
A river-mouth town on the edge of the Tarkine wilderness, from which boat trips run deep into the pristine temperate rainforest lining the Arthur River.
Arthur River town lies about 70 km southwest of Stanley and is the gateway to the western Tarkine (takayna) wilderness. The most popular activity is the Arthur River cruise. It heads upstream about 14 km into undeveloped temperate rainforest, where passengers may spot white-bellied sea eagles and kingfishers. Then they go ashore for a short walk through the rainforest and lunch. The full trip takes about 5–6 hours. Cruises run seasonally and must be booked in advance. Around the estuary you can also take in the wild, sweeping west-coast seascape, and there are riverside kayaking and camping spots nearby.
Opening hours
Open all day; cruises operate seasonally
Nearby sights
- Edge of the World (Gardiner Point)
- Lake Chisholm
- Trowutta Arch
- Trethewies Lookout
- Stanley Historic Village
- Joe Lyons Cottage
- Stanley Wharf & Seafood
- Highfield Historic Site