Camp near Arthurs Lake.
Campers, campervans, and caravans are all welcome at this site. However, Please note: The Pump House Bay campsite is closed during winter, due to cold conditions making the facilities inoperable. The campsite is closed from the first week in May and re-opens on the last Saturday in July.
This campsite is located next to Arthurs Lake, which is an operational hydropower and irrigation storage, which means that the water levels can change often. There is a boat ramp nearby.
Pump House Bay is named after the pumping station which takes water from Arthurs Lake to Great Lake to be used in the Poatina Power Station.
SITE ACCESS
Access to this site is via Poatina Road, which runs off the A5 Highway, known as Highland Lakes Road to the South. You can also approach from the North via Cressy Road, via the town of Cressy, but this way is a winding road, and may not suit all caravans or larger motorhomes.
FEES & BOOKINGS
Please note that this is a paid campsite and you must book through the Bothwell Tourism Association, by calling 6259 4049. If there is no answer on this number you can call 0439 503 211 or 0439 202 436.
Cost are:
Adults $4 per night, or $20 per week
Children and Pensioners $2 per night or $10 per week
Family $10 per night, or $40 per week
The Bothwell Tourism Association receives all the profits generated from the campsite. They use these funds to improve facilities at this site and others to make the Central Highlands a better place to visit.
FACILITIES
The toilets provided are septic toilets, they are kept clean and hospitable. These toilets also have disabled access.
There are hot showers but you must pay for these, the cost is $2 for four minutes.
This site has good amenities which are provided by Hydro Tasmania, as part of our commitment to support local communities we work with to run this campsite.
Fires are permitted in the firepots provided unless there is a fire ban.
THINGS TO DO
This site offers excellent opportunities for finishing or boating activities. The town of Sheffield is a jot far away as is Tazmazia and Mt Roland. It is also within striking distance to Cradle Mountain.
RULES
Fires are only permitted if there are fire pots provided unless there is a fire ban. Visit the Tasmanian Fire Service website to see the current fire restrictions.
Please remember to leave no trace and take all rubbish with you.
For more detailed information please visit the Hydro Tasmania website via the link below.
WHAT’S NEARBY
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Cowpaddock Bay Arthurs Lake Recreation Area
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Address & Contact
Our Address
Poatina Road
GPS
-41.985945, 146.861552
Telephone
Additional Information
Suburb:
Arthurs Lake
State:
TAS
Pin Code:
7030
Location:
52.3 km North of Bothwell, TAS
Responsible Authority:
Hydro Tasmania
Pricing Detail:
From $4/night
Post ID:
12466
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