[2025 Stanley Attraction] Travel Guide for The Nut State Reserve (Updated May)

Stanley is a quiet and beautiful small town on the northwest coast of Tasmania, Australia, where pristine nature meets historic charm. The town is particularly famous for its volcanic plateau known as ‘The Nut’. The Nut is the symbol of Stanley, and you can hike up the steep hill or take the lift to the top to enjoy the panoramic view of the ocean and the town. Stanley was established by European immigrants during the Van Diemen’s Land period in the 19th century, and its heritage remains intact to this day. The well-preserved historic buildings, quiet harbour, and fresh seafood are all popular attractions for travelers visiting the town. Stanley is also famous for its wildlife viewing. Penguins, seals, and even whales can be seen along the nearby coast, and the pristine beaches are also great places to take a walk. Stanley is the ideal destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle and heal in a quiet natural setting. #HawaiiAirlineEvent

Antelope Tribe's special recommendation for niche tourist destinations in spring 2025 - Tasmania Tasmania is known as the "Pearl of Australia" and has unique and magnificent natural scenery in the world. But, do you know? Stanley, a seaside town in the northwest of Tasmania, is incredibly beautiful. Every minute here is worth it. Let's take a look at what makes it so beautiful. Stanley is located in the northwest of Tasmania. It takes about 4-5 hours to drive from Hobart. It will be faster if you are from Launceston. In fact, Stanley is very secluded and primitive. It has well-preserved colonial buildings, ☕ cafes and 🏚 B&B cottages, and you can also feel the breath of history on the streets of this small town. If you're traveling by road, you can climb a short, steep path to the town's landmark, The Nut, known as "Uluru on the Sea." As the highest place in Stanley, it is a huge flat-top volcanic plug 🌋, 152 meters high. Here, you can climb up and look far at dusk, or take a cable car to see the magnificent scenery of Bass Strait and the town from a high altitude. In addition to the 🌰Nut Rock, Stanley has many other highlights, such as the Bugaodi Historical Monument, where a stone gate has stood for more than a hundred years, full of historical atmosphere. In addition, if you want to see 🦭 seals, then take a Stanley seal cruise! Stanley Seal Cruise has been providing services since 1999. The journey starts from Stanley Wharf and arrives at Bull Rock in about 2⃣0⃣ minutes. This is one of the most famous seal nature reserves in Tasmania, with more than 500 seals. October to January every year is the breeding season for sea lions, and it is also the best time to watch them. Of course, if you are a foodie and have no resistance to seafood, you must not miss Hursey Seafoods. As one of the largest fishing families in Tasmania, it is also one of the main fishermen of Southern Rock Lobster and also the Southern Rock Lobster supplier of CMG. Here you can experience Australia's marine treasures and satisfy your appetite. Finally, at dusk, you can come to the viewing platform of Godfreys Beach and watch the little penguins staggering back to the cave, which is very healing. 👉🏻Content reproduced from Tourism Tasmania Figure 1 by Jewels Lynch, Jason Charles Hill, Figure 2 by Tourism Tasmania & Andrew McIntosh, Figure 3 by Ocean Photography, Figure 4 by Lusy Productions, Figure 5 by Tourism Tasmania & Kraig Carlstrom, Figure 6 by Adam Gibson

Stanley is the place I miss every day after returning to Shanghai, the town I can't forget after seeing so many sceneries, and the place I strongly recommend you must experience. It is located in the northwest coastal town of Tasmania, and although remote, the beautiful and tranquil fairy-tale scenery is worth the trip. I drove with my bestie from the Pencil Pine Lavender Estate directly to the town of Stanley. The architecture is mainly Victorian style from the 19th century, and the town retains its original and charming scenery, with beautiful and unique houses that made us linger. The sun filled the streets, and we strolled through them, the coffee shops, post office, port, and even the hydrangeas blooming in the yards, all of which inevitably slowed our pace. During our two-day trip to Stanley, our cameras captured the moments of beauty, and we also deeply savored the pleasure brought by this leisurely and comfortable mood. 1. The Nut The most iconic attraction in Stanley is 'The Nut'. It is a volcanic rock with a history of 13 million years, about 150 meters high, and the highest point in the Stanley area. Because the shape of the volcanic rock is very similar to 'Ayers Rock (Uluru)', it is also known as 'Sea Uluru'. We took a retro cable car up the mountain and arrived at the top of The Nut. Standing on the top and overlooking the beauty of the town, there are no steep mountains, no surging waves, only tranquility and peace. Sitting on the grass with my bestie, feeling the sea breeze, and listening to the sound of the waves washing the beach, it was incredibly cozy. There is a circular Trial for hiking on the top of the mountain, with a total distance of 2KM, which takes about 40 minutes to walk slowly, and if you're lucky, you might even encounter a small kangaroo. You can also drive to the lookout to gaze at a different view of The Nut and wait for a perfect sunset with my bestie. 2. Watching Little Blue Penguins Return to Their Nests at Night It's worth mentioning that you must see the little blue penguins here. Every night from 9:00 to 10:00, to be exact at 9:15, the little blue penguins will return to their nests on time after foraging. They are the smallest species in the penguin family. Little blue penguins are only active at night, very timid, and the area will have fences to separate people and provide red light for everyone to watch the penguins, so do not turn on the flash, as it will scare the little cuties. Watching them waddle back home is very adorable. On our way back, we also saw a few little guys who had lost their group in the park~ 3. Hursey Seafoods You can't miss the popular Hursey Seafoods lobster restaurant in Stanley, the taste is superb. We ordered half a lobster, which was enough for both of us, the fresh lobster was pan-fried at high temperature, the meat was delicious, firm, and bouncy. 4. In the afternoon, come to the port and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the sea with the seagulls. Flocks of seagulls perch on the shore, and when you approach them, they will flutter into the air and circle around, shouting at you: 'You're disturbing our rest!' Clothing suggestions: It is said that Australia is a summer that is infinitely close to winter. The temperature is higher at noon, so you can wear short sleeves, but it will be very cold at night, with a big temperature difference, so you can bring an ultra-light down jacket. A thin coat may not be enough to keep out the cold, and I almost always wear a gray fleece hoodie~ If you're afraid of cold like me, wear a woolen hat like I do~