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[TAS] Free National Park Entry between 27-29 August & 24 September - 9 October 2016

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[TAS] Free National Park Entry between 27-29 August & 24 September - 9 October 2016
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slugsandsnails on 26/07/2016 - 14:33 dpipwe.tas.gov.au (402 clicks)
Last edited 26/07/2016 - 14:46

As part of the one hundred years of national parks in Tasmania celebrations this year, free entry to all parks (no parks permit is required to be purchased) is available between 27-29 August 2016 & 24 September - 9 October 2016.

Usual price for a day pass for one person starts at $12, and a day pass for a vehicle starts at $16.50. Multi-day passes start from $30.

Note free entry means you do not have to purchase a parks pass; fees still apply for activities within the parks such as entry to caves and cabin hire etc. See FAQ about free entry for details - http://www.parks.tas.gov.au/file.aspx?id=42838

Full calendar of events: http://dpipwe.tas.gov.au/tasmanian-parks-centenary/events-to…

Full list of Tasmanian National Parks: http://www.parks.tas.gov.au/?base=236

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  • Tasmaniac on 26/07/2016 - 15:01

    Nice one, shame the weathers so cold though been meaning to camp at freycinet.

  • Peace Maker on 26/07/2016 - 15:06

    Seems wrong that we have to pay to see 'nature' that is owned by our Government.

    • nereus on 26/07/2016 - 15:08
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      It's to maintain the tracks, pay for rangers, maybe even limit the number of visitors somewhat.
      Added: there are free ways to see 'nature'

      • Peace Maker on 26/07/2016 - 15:10

        I see your point. Makes it like DLC for nature then?

        • nereus on 26/07/2016 - 18:46

          Heh kinda, but not the EA type.

      • 2ndeffort on 26/07/2016 - 15:14

        Didn't our taxes used to pay for that stuff? More 'user pays' I guess.

      • phobaphobic on 26/07/2016 - 15:31

        there are free ways to see 'nature'

        Yeah we can look out of the window at grass, or gaze wistfully at the wilting atrocity on our work desks :)

        Seriously though, the government via local councils mostly, makes you pay for the priviledge of enjoying nature - be in through camping permits (and not allowing camping outside of designated camping areas) or by restricting natural areas you can access (national parks)

        Most of the country's natural areas are privately owned, and the government owns the rest, and makes us pay for the right to view them.

        • nereus on 26/07/2016 - 18:45
          +1

          I could think of dozens and dozens of areas in Tas that are free to get your nature fix.

      • Clear on 26/07/2016 - 15:34

        It's to maintain the tracks, pay for rangers, maybe even limit the number of visitors somewhat.
        Added: there are free ways to see 'nature'

        Still a trash dumping ground :/

        • nereus on 26/07/2016 - 18:46
          +1

          Unfortunately there are assholes everywhere.

      • Gravy on 27/07/2016 - 09:23

        No doubt the money helps to maintain the parks and makes them more physically accessible and comfortable, but by doing so they are making it more unaffordable for the less wealthy to visit. It used to be the case where a camping or day trip to a National park was an affordable holiday/outing for most. Now the peak holiday pricing and minimum stay for the more popular locations is so high for a family that it pushes low income earners out and you are left with just a bunch of campers driving Prados and Rangerovers. The fees charged for additional family members are ridiculous considering the tiny increase to facility use and the fact that you are responsible for your own accommodation.

        You are right about the limiting of the number of visitors but its unfair that this is being determined by income levels. If you want to limit numbers fairly it should be done by a lottery or simply by booking in advance.

    • slugsandsnails on 26/07/2016 - 15:11
      +2

      I agree, at the very least I think that locals should get heavily subsidised/free entry as is a typical practice throughout many other countries. However, having said that, since the introduction of the parks pass, the increased investment into track upgrades and facilities is noticeable.

  • power71 on 26/07/2016 - 15:23

    anyone got a deal for WA National Parks?

  • encekharco on 26/07/2016 - 16:04

    Good thing we don't need to pay for a day visit to VIC National Parks.

    • tassieeagle on 26/07/2016 - 18:53

      You guys have national parks?

  • pikapika on 26/07/2016 - 19:01

    Sweet! Gotta look into this and plan where to go!

    • Consumer Sheep on 26/07/2016 - 21:12

      Cradle's an obvious one. Lake St Clair is fantastic. Stay at the Pumphouse, catch the ferry around the lake.

  • [Deactivated] on 26/07/2016 - 20:45
    -1

    Does this include Cradle Mountain State Forest?

  • mickey888 on 27/07/2016 - 12:10

    Good for playing pokemon go

  • [Deactivated] on 27/07/2016 - 13:34
    -1

    Whilst Tassie is stunningly beautiful in summer, who the hell would go into the bush there at the end of winter? It should be free from Apr to Nov :-) when the Yeti isn't around to get ya.

    • slugsandsnails on 27/07/2016 - 15:49

      Because there are no tourists then? ;) There are plenty of walks such as in coastal areas that don't get that cold or covered in snow :)

  • ahly92 on 27/07/2016 - 21:48

    How is this a deal…they whole place is a darn national park!

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