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tAs Bruny Island Rivers Edge Wilderness Camping Images: top l-r; Bruny Island Long Weekend by Tourism Australia Graham Freeman, Camping at Bay of Fires by Sean Scott. Above; Rivers Edge Wilderness Camping. Below l-r; Franklin River rafting campfire by Tourism Australia Graham Freeman, Franklin River Rafting campsite by Tourism Australia Graham Freeman. All photos courtesy of Tourism Tasmania. Franklin River Bay of Fires Tasmania is a fabulous location to choose for your Australian camping holiday. In summer, spring, autumn or winter. But be prepared, Tassie’s weather can change quickly. Tasmania is one of the easiest and most unspoiled places to camp or explore in a campervan, motor home or caravan. With summer on the way, time to dust off the tent, air the sleeping bags and make sure the 4WD is serviced and gas bottle full. About 40 per cent of Tasmania, the island state of Australia, is protected as national parks and reserves. There are more than 50 caravan parks around the state, some with private ensuite facilities for caravan-motor home travelers. Others include comfortable, cabin-style accommodation for those looking for an economical ‘night away’ from the confines of your vehicle. Tassie offers some of the most beautiful free camping locations anywhere in Australia or indeed the world. Take Bay of Fires for example, named by Lonely Planet as one of the world’s most desirable locations where you can camp free of charge for up to 6-weeks at a time. Camping with dogs is not permitted in National Parks in Tasmania with no exceptions. However, there are a large number of free and paid campsites that do allow dogs (and pets). Campsites can be found in most parks and reserves, providing a true wilderness experience on or off the beaten track. Franklin River www.touring-australia.net 57

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