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Semaphore Farm

97%
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570 reviews
· Port Arthur, Tasmania
400 acres hosted by Adriana L.
8 Vehicle/Tent sites · 8 Caravan sites
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Best in Tasmania: 1st place
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Amazing views
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Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
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SAME-DAY BOOKINGS MUST BE MADE BY 2 PM THANKS. Total numbers at the site are kept below 45 people for a more peaceful experience. Semaphore Farm is a 400-acre property with convict history, bordering the Port Artur historic site. It is a private timber reserve and a working forest farm. We have a combination of native eucalypt forest and plantation, and we grow hay and our own beef. We have many walking and bike trails through 150 acres of forest and pasture accessible to campers. The campsite has spring water on tap, a hot shower, toilet, rustic camp kitchen, wood stove, gas BBQ, level sites, and a campfire when permitted. Tent sites are flexible so you can choose your own space within a 2-hectare area, while Level pad sites are limited. The Port Arthur Historic Site and a safe swimming beach are within walking distance and Safety Cove and Remarkable Cave are only a 5-minute drive away. Longer walks, including the Three Capes tracks, are easily accessible. Launch your boat nearby to access good fishing or fish for squid off the Port Arthur jetty. There is plenty of wildlife to see at night and birds during the day. You might even see our resident Wedgetail Eagle! Dog-friendly (must be under control/on a lead/contained).
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97% Recommend968 Ratings · 570 reviews
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Ruthanne T.
3 reviews
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· May 2025
Family Owned c 1966
13 m travel trailer ·
Semaphore Farm Level Pad 1
Large grassed fields with a choice of pads or open field camp areas; some spaces have views to the water. Very convenient location for visiting the Port Arthur Historic and other local sites; distilleries, chocolatier and day hikes.
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Tricia N.
2 reviews
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· April 2025
7 m travel trailer · With kids ·
Semaphore Farm N7 Tent Site
The sites were generous with easy access. It was clean and would definitely recommend.
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Adam A.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
8 m Class A · With kids ·
Semaphore Farm N3 Tent Site
Nice place with walking distance to water and close to port Arthur historic site.
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Bernadette D.
4 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Large camping area
6 m travel trailer ·
Semaphore Farm Level Pad 7
Lovely relaxing area , Large area for plenty of vans, walking distance to Safety Cove Beach and the Port Arthur historic site.
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Jason G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Friendly Hosts
Great location, friendly hosts and awesome shower. Not a huge site but if you’re happy with bush style living it’s perfect for a short stay to see Port Arthur.
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Nathan G.
3 reviews
Mixed feelings
· April 2025
Easter long weekend
Good location. I bit busy for us but considering it was Easter it was expected. We Manage to get a level site but it is very steep location. Care taker very helpful and friendly great bloke. Shower was excellent .
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Port Arthur, Tasmania, AustraliaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Adriana L.

Joined in January 2020
Response rate: 80%Response time: Within 7 hours

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