Bradys Lake Camping

Discover the wonders of hydropower in Tasmania! The Tarraleah Power Station Lookout is a must-see for anyone traveling through the Central Highlands. Whether you’re already fascinated by hydropower or just beginning to uncover its magic, this site is guaranteed to impress. The towering penstocks—iconic steel pipes delivering water from highland lakes to the Tarraleah Power Station—stand as a bold reminder of Tasmania’s innovation and engineering excellence, with the station built over 80 years ago and still running to this day. Driving through the Central Highlands, you’ll find it impossible to miss these hydropower assets, with these impressive structures weaving through the lush Tasmanian landscape. The lookout offers breathtaking views, a perfect photo op, and a chance to reflect on the power of nature harnessed to keep Tasmania running. Don’t just drive by—stop and be inspired by this incredible feat of human ingenuity!

The Tarraleah Golf Course is a nine-hole course in the Tasmanian highlands. The course is located at Tarraleah, a holiday village on the edge of the Tasmanian wilderness, a two-hour drive north-west of Hobart (122 kilometres). The Tarraleah Golf Course is Australia's highest, offering nine holes of mature fairways, first planted in the 1940s. Grazing wallabies keep the well watered greens trim and the drives are framed by mature eucalypt forest. Clubs and green fees are available from Adventure Tarraleah at the nearby Tarraleah Estate. Between rounds, you can take one of Tasmania's great short walks on the Estate - through temperate rainforest tree walk to a waterfall and suspended viewing platform. The estate provides a wide range of accommodation choices including charming, art deco cottage or luxury lodge bed and breakfast accommodation. Holes: 9, Par 69, Length: 5,395 metres.

Situated in Tassie’s ‘lake district’ sits Bronte Lagoon. A popular location with campers and fishers alike, offering world-class trout fishing. Who doesn’t love lakeside camping? Bronte Lagoon boasts three boat ramps around the lake, plus a campground, fit for self-sufficient visitors. This includes your four-legged friends too! Here in Tasmania, our lakes don’t just offer stunning scenery; they’re also the powerhouse of our renewable energy… hydropower! Bronte Lagoon is a perfect example, where breathtaking views meet sustainable energy generation. To keep everyone safe, always check Hydro Tasmania's safety signs, as water conditions can change quickly! For more information on our sites and visitor safety, please visit our website.