Zeehan

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Tourism Tasmania
Photo provided by Tourism Tasmania
Photo provided by Tourism Tasmania
Photo provided by Tourism Tasmania
Photo provided by Tourism Tasmania
Learn about the mining history of the West Coast at the Pioneers Museum, discover historic streetscapes and take a scenic stroll through a former mining tunnel.

Once a booming silver-mining town, Zeehan has retained much of its original turn-of-the-century architecture. With a pioneers museum and the abandoned Silver Spray Mine to explore, enjoy immersion in Zeehan’s West Coast mining history.

Wander the streets to see beautiful old buildings and explore the West Coast Pioneers Museum in the former Zeehan School of Mines and Metallurgy. In 13 galleries you’ll discover mined minerals and ore, historic photographs that tell stories of the rugged pioneer conditions on the West Coast, steam engines used in mining transportation and antique surgical tools.

The entry fee to the Pioneers Museum also allows an exploration of the Gaiety Theatre built in 1899, where opera singers and performers from around the world came to entertain rich miners.

Take a walk steeped in mining history on the 60-minute Spray Tunnel loop near the Zeehan golf course. In the early 1900s, this keyhole-shaped tunnel was built through the hill to allow ore to be transported by tram. Look for glow worms inside the tunnel. When you emerge on the other side, peer into the abandoned mine shafts of the former Silver Spray Mine.

Tackle the strenuous hike up Mount Zeehan, which takes about 3 hours. The steep trail is a rewarding one the panoramic views of the ocean, Macquarie Harbour and the Tyndall and West Coast Ranges are breathtaking on a clear day.

A 30-minute drive from Zeehan is Lake Pieman, popular with trout fishermen and boaters. Farther north in Corinna, take a cruise along the Pieman River through beautiful and ancient rainforest on either bank.

Enjoy rustic camping and fishing and walks along the beach and coast at the little fishing village of Granville Harbour, also a short drive from Zeehan. Trial Harbour, originally Zeehan’s main port, is known as a great spot for surfing and fishing.

Drive just over 3 hours from Launceston or just over 2 hours from Devonport to reach Zeehan.

Zeehan Bush Camp

Zeehan Bush Camp

2 out of 5
Hurst Street, Zeehan, TAS
The price is ¥11,436 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
¥11,436
¥12,580 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this campground in Zeehan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions West Coast Pioneers Memorial Museum and Zeehan Golf Club ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (129 reviews)
"Great tents very well setup. Clean and good amenity and excellent camp kitchen."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Zeehan Bush Camp
Heemskirk Motor Hotel

Heemskirk Motor Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1-25 Main Street, Zeehan, TAS
The price is ¥14,837 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
¥14,837
¥16,399 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Zeehan. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions West Coast Pioneers ...
7.4/10 Good! (105 reviews)
"Love stay here"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Heemskirk Motor Hotel
Strahan Village

Strahan Village

4 out of 5
The Esplanade, Strahan, TAS
The price is ¥12,493 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
¥12,493
¥13,794 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Strahan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"A beautiful setting, the meals were good and the atmosphere was great."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Strahan Village
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Zeehan Bush Camp

Zeehan Bush Camp

2 out of 5
Hurst Street, Zeehan, TAS
Stay at this campground in Zeehan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions West Coast Pioneers Memorial Museum and Zeehan Golf Club ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (129 reviews)
"Great tents very well setup. Clean and good amenity and excellent camp kitchen."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Zeehan Bush Camp
Strahan Bungalows

Strahan Bungalows

4 out of 5
Cnr Andrew & Harvey Streets, Strahan, TAS
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Strahan. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. Popular attractions Strahan Golf Club and West Coast Reflections ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (386 reviews)
"This accommodation is a self-catering bungalow. It was very convenient and comfortable with plenty of information to help us choose where to go and what to do. We would most definitely stay here again on any future visit to Strahan."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Strahan Bungalows
The Crays Accommodation

The Crays Accommodation

4 out of 5
59 The Esplanade, Strahan, TAS
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Strahan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Botanical Garden Reserve and Strahan ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (192 reviews)
Perfect stopover
"Prue and Mick are great hosts, and kept their property very clean."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

The Crays Accommodation
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit