Corinna offers a unique and intimate rainforest experience. The township is surrounded by thousands of hectares of pristine Tarkine wilderness most of which has been untouched by fire in the history of mankind. The walks and river experience are an escape from mass tourism and are found nowhere else. Some people will choose to come directly to Corinna while others who wish to visit well known attractions at Strahan and Cradle Mountain can do so using the good roads to and from Corinna.

No. The road to Corinna from the north and south is sealed except for a few km either way as the road runs towards the township. The unsealed road is a brilliant all weather surface which has become known as the “silica road”. Based on material from the nearby silica mine, this white coloured and well maintained road is suitable for all types of vehicles. We recommend Budget and Redspot car rentals from Launceston and Hobart. Passengers coming off the Spirit at Devonport in their own vehicles can feel confident about the road.

There are some provisions available at the General Store. There is a good range of local Tasmanian wines and beer, soft drinks and some food items. There some are available and some provisions, such as pasta, are available for preparation of meals. All cabins , and the old pub, have full cooking facilities and guests are encouraged to bring their own ingredients to prepare meals in the cabins. There is also a community barbecue in the old produce store. Some lucky guests have eaten well on the magnificent sea running ocean trout that can be caught in the Pieman.

Guests to the Corinna Wilderness Experience have the choice of either relaxing and soaking up the atmosphere of the historical mining town set in the rainforest, or being more active. There is a range of walks from a 20 minute Huon Pine walk, to the award winning Whyte River walk, to more challenging four hour walks to Mount Donaldson. A river cruise on the famous Arcadia II is a must. Canoes are available for more active experiences on the Pieman and its tributaries.

From mid January 2007, guests will also be able to go to Granville Harbour (as part of the Arcadia trip to Pieman Heads) in an all terrain vehicle operated by Pieman Heads Adventure Tours. This coastal transect is an exceptional experience and one that very few people in the world would ever get to see. Guests can also fish, fossick, explore, mix or recharge their batteries in the quality cabins. Night time experiences are also rewarding with wallabies grazing on the grassy hill, the sounds of the Southern Ocean roaring 20 km away, and on clear nights, the most amazing stellar display.

Booking is essential in the high season and recommended year round. If you wish to take a cruise, use canoes, book a special supper cruise in the summer or want something special organised in advance, it really pays to book and have a conversation with the Manager. For contact details click here.

Apart from whatever food you might want to prepare in the cabin, there is very little else that guests need to bring other than some warm and waterproof clothing, and a good pair of walking shoes or boots. All cabins have heating. A pair of binoculars might be useful for checking out wildlife. Many people come to Corinna specifically to paint or take photographs. Photographers might wish to put in a tripod if they want to take shots in the rainforest (which can be quite dark). Anglers can bring their own equipment or hire gear (and buy licences) from the General Store.

This website has some good background information and the links take you to some interesting sites that allow further exploration. We are trying to build a good collection of historical information at Corinna and certainly welcome comments or even old material and information that guests may have. There is so much to capture about the colourful past of this place when it was an active mining town, and so much to learn about the natural history, existing ecosystem, and issues around sustainability of this globally significant temperate rainforest.

Absolutely! We have already been host to an old time dance (the acoustics are amazing!), a 50th birthday party, a family reunion, a company retreat and a product launch. Corinna is remote, is an escape and is different – which makes it an ideal place to create an unforgettable event. People who come to Corinna often talk about the personal renewal and spiritual boost that comes from the whole experience.

Fuel is not sold at Corinna. Please note that the last available fuel is at Waratah to the north or Zeehan to the south.

We think that the ability to escape from mobile phones and newspapers is one of the great advantages form a trip to Corinna. There is however, ability to have contact with the outside world through the phone lines into the office. Messages can be delivered to guests through the main number 03 64461170.

The Corinna Wilderness Experience has something to offer at all times of the year. While summer is the most popular season – long daylight, warmer temperatures and people with holidays – there are many guests who prefer the offseason. Balmy autumn days, winter nights around a log fire, spring when the whitebait and fish are running, all offer different perspectives of the rainforest experience. Interestingly, Corinna seems to have its own microclimate. It tends to be a couple of degrees warmer than Strahan. The weather can also change quite quickly, with a shower giving way to clear skies. The owners of Corinna tend to take their time at Corinna in the offseason, by choice. We think that there will be an increasing demand from couples and groups in the offseason, recognising the capacity of Corinna to provide a rejuvenating experience.