Seven Mile Beach

Seven Mile Beach is defined by its distinctive coastline and varied opportunities for active days. The beach is 10 km (7 miles) long. It starts in the southeast and curves south to southwest at its eastern end near Sandy Point. If you want to experience the coast not only as scenery but also by hiking or following a recreational route, there are several options: from a 15 km walking trail to a nine-hole disc golf course.

Coastal Scenery and Trails

Seven Mile Beach Reserve lies within the coastal dune system between the settlement of Seven Mile Beach and Frederick Henry Bay. Its location makes the dunes, settlement and bay important landmarks in the landscape. Another view of the coast can be found along the stretch of the Clarence Kayak Trail between Roches Beach and Seven Mile Beach. Here, long sandy beaches alternate with small bays and low cliffs. If you are planning your trip with a particular interest in the different coastal landforms, you can combine this scenery with the expansive beach and the described sections of the coastal trail.

The Seven Mile Beach & Five Mile Beach Trail is a specific option for a longer day hike: the moderately challenging trail is 15 km long, running along Seven Mile Beach, over Sandy Point and back across the sandy expanses of Five Mile Beach. Its length and stated difficulty provide two useful points of reference when adding the hike to your holiday plans. The route passes through different sections rather than following the beach throughout.

The return journey also deserves consideration. For the Seven Mile Beach & Five Mile Beach Trail, you may need to arrange a vehicle transfer between the two ends or get a ride. Alternatively, you can walk 2 km along Pittwater Road at the end. When planning your hiking day, take these options into account when deciding whether to do the trail. This way, you can assess the route not only by its length but also by the arrangements required at the endpoints.

Activities with Different Character

The Seven Mile Beach Disc Golf Course offers a different focus from the longer hike. The course has nine holes and is suitable for beginners and experienced players. It is set in a pine forest and offers views of the beach and bushland. The game therefore combines views of two different landscape features. If you are looking for a shorter activity to complement hiking during your trip, you can consider this course as an option in its own right; its suitability for beginners and experienced players is explicitly part of what it offers.

The Clarence Coastal Trail leads from Roches Beach to the beach at Seven Mile Beach and continues to Lewis Park. There you will find a playground, picnic facilities and toilets. Lewis Park also has play and fitness equipment, including swings and several exercise stations, and provides beach access. This makes the park a specific destination for visitors who want to combine a coastal walk with a stay at a place offering these facilities. The different play and exercise equipment provide a range of options, without prescribing a particular itinerary.

As a more extensive option, the Tangara Trail is a 250 km network of recreational routes between Seven Mile Beach and South Arm. This is on a different scale from the single 15 km hike: rather than one described route, the Tangara Trail comprises a network of routes. When planning your trip, it is therefore useful to distinguish between a specific hike with a stated length and an extensive network of recreational trails.

Explore More Places

If you would like to explore other places in this guide beyond Seven Mile Beach, you will also find Taranna, Gardners Bay, Spreyton, Copping, Wilmot, Camdale, Mole Creek and Lake St Clair.

For the broader travel guide: Tasmania.