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Corinna

Corinna is a tiny historic mining town set in rainforest on the banks of the majestic Pieman River in Tasmania’s west.

What’s special about Corinna?

  • The Pieman River Cruise takes you through breathtaking rainforest to the Great Southern Ocean.
  • Corinna is famous for the largest gold nugget ever found in Tasmania.
  • Iconic walks including the Huon Pine Walk take you alongside the scenic Pieman River.
  • Enjoy the convenience of the Tarkine Hotel and Tannin Restaurant onsite.

Corinna sits at the southern end of the Tarkine protected area, the largest temperate rainforest in Australia, and is the northern most point where the famous Huon pine grows. The surrounding unbroken tract of rainforest reveals a world beyond human memory and is a living link with the ancient super continent Gondwana.

At Corinna, nature is the hero. The owners are committed to providing responsible access to the pristine wilderness and operating a sustainable and carbon neutral experience for visitors. There are a range of iconic walks to choose from, depending on your fitness level and time.  The Huon Pine Walk is a short, wheelchair accessible option that hugs the Pieman River. The Savage River Walk is more challenging, taking you along a spectacular ridge through Myrtle beech rainforest,  while the amazing Lover’s Falls has recently been made accessible with a boardwalk and viewing platform. There is also the famous Whyte River Walk and the longer climb up Mount Donaldson.You can also explore the wild Tarkine coast using Corinna as your base.

One of the iconic treats in Tasmanian tourism is a journey from Corinna to Pieman Heads on the 74 year old huon pine river cruiser, Arcadia II. Frequently cited as the best river cruise in Tasmania, there is an intimate connection with the rainforest (and its mirrored reflections) and the majestic Pieman River. Guests can also connect with the Pieman Heads Adventure tour that takes an amazing coastal transect from the Heads to Granville Harbour.

Guests at Corinna are treated to fine accommodation in individual one and two bedroom wilderness retreats, with warm fires and self contained kitchens. Some camping and backpacker accommodation is also available. The Tarkine Hotel and Tannin Restaurant provide warm west coast hospitality and fine regional Tasmanian food and beverage.

More things to do:
Arcadia II Pieman River Cruise
Bushwalking

The story of Corinna:
Corinna is the Aboriginal name for a young Tasmanian tiger. In 1883, the largest nugget of gold ever discovered in Tasmania (7.5 kilos) was found at nearby Rocky River. It aroused considerable excitement and attracted many men from other Tasmanian goldfields. The town rapidly declined after 1900, when the Emu Bay railway to Zeehan opened.

Travel directions:
Corinna is approximately two hours’ drive (131 kilometres/82 miles) from Burnie.