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Roches Beach

Lauderdale, Australia

#86 out of 133 in Tasmania

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Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for Sup surfing Perfect for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Sandford • 4.7 km

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About

Roches Beach is located on the Tasman Sea and it is in the 8th place out of 10 beaches in the Clarence 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 lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine 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.

Roches 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, sup-surfing.

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 Mays Beach, which has a rating of 7.2.

Roches Beach is located in Clarence within Sandford, 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.

Weather

history

+14 ^o C +8 ^o C

Air temperature

4.6 M/S

Wind

+10 ^o C

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Sandford • 4.7 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

What to do in Roches Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Roches Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

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Blue Lagoon Beach Blue Lagoon Beach

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Bellerive Beach Bellerive Beach

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Clifton Beach Clifton Beach

7.5 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Sandford • 4.7km

Transport

Airport

HBA • 7.2km

Bus Station

South Arm Rd / Rifle Range Rd • 3.8km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Roches Beach?

The Roches Beach is covered with soft and fine 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 also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Roches Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Roches 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.

The Roches Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Roches 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.

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

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Roches Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Roches 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Roches Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Roches 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 Roches Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Roches Beach.

How far is the Roches Beach from parking?

The Roches 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 Roches Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Roches 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.