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Sloping Main Beach

Good for Relax

7.1

/ 10 Good

#74 out of 133
in Tasmania

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Sloping Main Beach is located on the Tasman Sea and it is in the 6th place out of 7 beaches in the Tasman region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Sloping Main Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Lagoon Beach, which has a rating of 7.6.

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+13 ^oC +8 ^oC

Air temperature

7.7 M/S

Wind

+10 ^oC

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

Sloping Main, Tasmania, Tasman

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Sloping Main Beach is located in Tasman within Sloping Main, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Tasmania island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

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- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - low, mostly locals
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location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

Sloping Main, Australia

Lagoon Beach

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright sand

Sloping Main 4.5 km

Hobart, Australia

Bellerive Beach

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Hobart 3.6 km

Tinderbox, Australia

Tinderbox Beach

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Tinderbox 0.1 km

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Sloping Main Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Sloping Main Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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HBA• 22.2km
Frederick Henry Pde...• 12.5km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Sloping Main Beach?

The coastline of Sloping Main Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Sloping Main Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sloping Main Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Sloping Main Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Sloping Main Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Sloping Main Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Sloping Main Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Sloping Main Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Sloping Main Beach is visited only by a few travellers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sloping Main Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sloping Main Beach.

How far is the Sloping Main Beach from parking?

The Sloping Main Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

What is the best time of the year to visit Sloping Main Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Sloping Main Beach is January. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 11°C and water 10°C. See more details in weather section.