The Fish Van

Darlington Campground is a campground within Maria Island National Park, managed by the Parks and Wildlife Service Tasmania. ​This is a large campground suitable for tent camping and is situated behind the dunes at Darlington with easy access to the beach. This is the perfect base for your Maria Island adventure. Remember, you'll need to transport all your camping gear across on the ferry and from the jetty to the campground, so pack smart! Trolleys are available at the jetty to make this process easier. The covered barbecue area has fireplaces to help you to keep warm in cold weather (firewood provided) and free gas barbecues. The campground is close to an amenities block with toilet facilities. All water on Maria Island is not potable and treatment is required, use purification tablets or boil for at least one minute before use. Bookings are not taken and there is sufficient space for all campers. Camping fees are payable at the Maria Island Gateway before you board the ferry.​ Please follow the link for further information about this campground. Refer to the ‘Know before you go’ webpage on the Parks and Wildlife Service Tasmania website (parks.tas.gov.au) and take a moment to look over our essential information for visiting Tasmania's national parks and reserves, including information about alerts, safety and national park entry fees where applicable.

The Spring Bay Hotel is basic but impeccably clean and is situated in Triabunna. It is one hour’s drive from Hobart and suitable for adults seeking budget priced accommodation, good meals and a warm welcome in this quiet fishing township on the sunny east coast of Tasmania. Catch the ferry to beautiful Maria Island, a very special place where historic ruins, silver beaches, mountain and coastal walks await. Don't trip over the Cape Barren geese, wallabies and possums - they are the only creature living there, apart from the Park Rangers and numerous more shy wildlife. The area is well equipped for those people seeking outdoor and sporting activities with a beautifully manicured nine-hole golf course only a five-minute drive away in Orford. There is also a bowls club and tennis courts nearby. There is some excellent local fishing both estuary and deep sea. Your hosts will only be too happy to offer any advice to make your stay a very enjoyable experience. Triabunna is a great place to base yourself and enjoy the many and varied attractions on the east coast of Tasmania. Stay one night or one week - you will be most welcome!

Triabunna Barracks is a recently redeveloped heritage bed and breakfast located adjacent to the marina in Triabunna. The barracks feature three large suites with a kitchenette and huge luxury bathrooms complete with bath, shower and heated floors. Each room comfortably accommodates two adults. All rooms contain king-size beds that can be configured in twin or double format. The downstairs suite is access friendly. There is a separate kitchen and dining room complete with a common area to relax by the fireplace. Honesty bar available. Join us for breakfast in the dining room or enjoy a generous continental breakfast in your room. EV Charging is available for guests. Triabunna Barracks are close to the Marina, the Maria Island ferry, the local hotels, shops, butchers and supermarkets. Activities available include visiting the local wineries and distillery, bushwalking on Maria Island, fishing charters and whale watching (in season). Triabunna Barracks are a 70-minute drive from Hobart via the Tasman Highway (A3).