Single Hill

Single Hill Bushland Reserve is a 39-hectare stretch of blue gum woodland and coastal scrub between Seven Mile Beach and Roches Beach, roughly 15 kilometres east of Hobart. The drawcard is straightforward: a proper bushland hill walk that connects directly to one of Tasmania's dedicated off-lead beach stretches.

The walk. Established tracks climb to the summit of Single Hill, with a connecting track down to the coastal area. The reserve also shares ground with mountain bike trails, so expect to share the track.

Leash status. Dogs must be on lead throughout the reserve. This is a firm condition of the Single Hill Bushland Reserve Activity Plan, not a suggestion. The off-lead designation only applies to the adjacent Seven Mile Beach stretch between Day Use Area 2 and Day Use Area 3, and only when your dog is under effective control.

Hazards and watch-outs. Fenced regeneration areas sit inside the blue gum woodland. Stay out of them. Native fauna is present throughout the reserve, which is the practical reason the on-lead rule exists. Keep your dog close on the summit track, since mountain bike trails share the same reserve.

Getting there. Drive in via Acton Road or Seven Mile Beach Road from Hobart. Main access is from the southern end of The Esplanade or near Nowra Road. Small parking areas are scattered around Seven Mile Beach, The Esplanade, and Nowra and Kirra Road, with additional parking at the day-use areas. Public transport is minimal, so driving is the realistic option.

Water. No creeks or bowls are noted on the trail. Carry your own, particularly on warm afternoons.

When to go. Early mornings are the pick: cooler conditions, fewer bikes, and the beach crowd has not arrived yet. If you plan to finish on the off-lead stretch, check the tide chart first, as high tide compresses the usable sand between Day Use Areas 2 and 3. Bring waste bags, use the bins provided, and save the off-lead run for the sand, not the hill.

Sources

• Clarence City Council – 8 July 2024 · assets.ccc.tas.gov.au
• Seven Mile Beach Walk · alltrails.com
• Dog Exercise Areas - City of Clarence · ccc.tas.gov.au
• Single Hill Bushland Reserve Activity Plan 2020-2030 · assets.ccc.tas.gov.au
• Summer hours for dogs starts today - City of Clarence · ccc.tas.gov.au

Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.