The small township of Beauty Point is located some 45 km north west of Launceston, on the West Tamar Highway.

The township was originally established as the first deepwater port on the Tamar River, servicing the nearby gold mine town of Beaconsfield. With the ending of the gold rush, it became an apple centre for the north eastern apple growing district.

Situated on Port Dalrymple at the mouth of the Tamar River, Beauty Point is also a major fishing town, whilst the produce of the surrounding region include sheep, cattle and vineyards.

The original Beauty Point wharf was demolished and replaced by the Australian Maritime College which houses over 100 residential students, studying seamanship and fishing.

For up-to-date information visit the local tourism centre: