ORFORD - TASMANIA - 7190
View across the beach to Orford.		Population: 485,   Elevation: 25m Latitude: -42.3332 Longitude: 147.5214 Location:   80km north east of Hobart Highway: Tasman Hwy (A3).   Nearest Major Town: Hobart 80 Nearest Airport: Hobart Touring Area: East Coast		Shops and restaurants in Orford.

First settled around 1825 when a shore station was built to serve the local garrison and whalers, it is on the banks of the Prosser River and is a popular holiday resort with many fishing spots, white sandy beaches and shopping. There are several restaurants including one at the western end of the bridge across the river. Orford has variety of accommodation establishments and may be used as a base for exploring Maria Island and the Wielangta State Forest Reserve. There is a 29km gravel road through the forest, from Orford to Copping, linking the East Coast with the Tasman Peninsula (Wielangta Drive). (Check local conditions before using this scenic road). What to See and Do: Visit Maria Island (ferries leave from both the Triabunna Wharf and the Eastcoaster Resort), drive to the Three Thumbs Lookout (2kms) or hike up the walking tracks, fishing and safe swimming. Maria Island ACCOMMODATION & SERVICES: Select type, then click the button below for Accommodation Category:  Find From All.................. Adventure Lodge Backpackers B & B Caravan Parks Camping Cottages Farm Stay Guest Houses Holiday Units Home Stay Hotels Lodges/Chalets Motels Motel/Hotel Resorts Self Catering Serviced Apartments INFORMATION CENTRE: Triabunna Visitor Information Centre Esplanade, Charles St. Ph: 03 6257 4090. HOW TO GET THERE: By car along the Tasman Hwy from Hobart through Sorell. Light Plane Coach Coach Operators Redline: Ph: 1300 360 000 Greyhound Pioneer: 132 030

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