Discovery Parks - Devonport
Discovery Parks -- Devonport on the banks of the Mersey River in Tasmania's third largest city of Devonport, is just half an hour from Burnie and an hour and a half from Cradle Mountain. Daily 'Spirit of Tasmania' ferry services and regional flights from Melbourne make Devonport a primary access point to the Australian mainland. With other Discovery Parks located at nearby Cradle Mountain and Strahan, Tasmania is an ideal touring holiday destination
The city of Devonport offers a wide range of attractions from the National Trust listed 'Home Hill' -- the historical home of Tasmania's only Prime Minister, Sir Joseph Lyons, to the Devonport Maritime Museum or the fascinating Don River Railway with its large working collection of steam locomotives. The 66 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens in the Tasmanian Arboretum provides gentle walks, while the Imaginarium Science Centre offers a fascinating insight into science for young and old alike.
Just 20 minutes away, Port Sorell houses the areas busiest boat ramp, with the beautiful Shearwater, Hawley Beach and Freers Beach close by. Further afield, the man-made Lake Barrington, famous for its international-standard rowing course, offers excellent canoeing, water-skiing and boating, while the famous Cradle Mountain - Lake St Clair National Park is just an hour and a half drive inland.
Discovery Parks -- Devonport offers a range of accommodation from en-suite powered or unpowered camp and caravan sites to a range of cottages and cabins. Our self-contained cottages offer sleeping from 5 to 6 people and feature gas log-heated fires, en-suite bathroom, TV/DVD, Austar, and full kitchens with gas stove, while the Superior Spa Cottage features a luxurious corner spa bath. Our Standard Cabins are ideal for larger families or groups, and feature electric heating.
Offering an absolute waterfront setting, playground and games room, Discovery Parks -- Devonport is the ideal family holiday destination.