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90% Recommend42 ratings · 30 reviews
Coalmine Lagoon offers a peaceful camping experience with a stunning water view and abundant wildlife. Many campers appreciate the tranquility, ample space, and convenient proximity to attractions like Nature World and Bicheno. However, some campers note traffic noise from the nearby highway and find the lagoon's muddy edges less appealing. While the setting is ideal for relaxation and exploration, some feel the price is steep given the lack of amenities.
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Recommends
· July 2025
22 ft travel trailer ·
Old Coal mine Lagon
It was a lovely, quiet spot with a beautiful water view.
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Lisa Marie C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
19 ft Class B · With pets ·
Old Mines Lagoon
Amazing spot. We set up right next to the lagoon. Got to see some deer and other wildlife. Very tranquil and relaxin
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Jodie B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
22 ft pop-up camper ·
Old Coal mine Lagon
We had a wonderful time camping on this property over the weekend. A flat, open space that is wonderful and well maintained. Lovely host with great communication. We highly recommend it 😀
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Annie C.
8 months on Hipcamp
Great spot flat site right on the lagoon
Nice and quiet with minimal road noise
Right next door to nature world so please visit and have a look about
Jacqui’s a great host and very friendly
Town centre 10 minutes away
Very secure site
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John C.
10 reviews
What a beautiful place to camp, loved the view and bird. Would recommend the camping spot.
Melissa W.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2025
22 ft travel trailer ·
Old Coal mine Lagon
Clean and tidy
Owner was very helpful
Great spot for a base camp area to access local attractions
Clem A.
6 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
21 ft Class A · With pets ·
Old Coal mine Lagon
Quiet spot, clean. Secure area. Great for groups. Need to drive to access beach.
Dog friendly.
Sonia G.
4 reviews
Mixed feelings
· January 2025
Great location, Average Site
26 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Old Mines Lagoon
Overall we enjoyed our stay here. The campsite is based close to some nice hikes and the town of Bicheno (which is well worth checking out). It is important to note that this campsite is just an empty field situated right on the highway so you will get traffic noise, the lagoon is a mossy/mud surface and not fun to walk in and quite smelly. Our dog was Filthy after walking in it. We also thought the grass could have been slashed for the Christmas period at the minimum? The whole site is covered in a weird prickle which will have you jumping up and down, so no walking around barefoot (They even get you through picnic rugs) A good camp for an overnight stay or if you plan on exploring every day. Overpriced for what you get
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Mitchell H.
15 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
25 ft travel trailer ·
Old Coal mine Lagon
Lovely host who treated us very well.
Nice spot and good security.
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John S.
2 reviews
Lovely secluded spot, great communication with host. Felt very secure and safe!
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Amy C.
5 reviews
Not recommend
· April 2024
29 ft Class B ·
Old Mines Lagoon
We booked this campsite as it was close to Freycinet National Park. We found the campsite to be overpriced. No amenities.
Pretty much a water logged field. Not great value for money.
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Laura D.
2 reviews
Not recommend
· April 2024
32 ft travel trailer ·
Old Mines Lagoon
The only good thing about this camp is there is plenty of space between campers and a short walk to the beach. The location is not where the Hipcamp map places it, well off the main road. The camping area backs onto the main highway between Bicheno and Saint Helens, so you get all the traffic noise. Expensive for where it is, go to the other side of Bicheno to the Pondering Frog for $10/n with water.
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Rob W.
2 reviews
We loved our stay here. You could choose where to park and your favorite outlook. There was only one other camper when we arrived beginning of easter break and one more caravan arrived. We were so far away from each other. It felt very private. We did chat to our far away neighbours when we crossed paths. Close enough to Bicheno 5 mins drive and far enough away to be away from the easter crowds. It was a lovely town. We were close enough to walk the dogs to the beach or drive to the leash free side. We were next to Nature World which we visited and did the Devils in the Dark encounter. Those little Tassie devils, tell a dramatic story.
The dump point is close to Bicheno boat ramp and there is fresh drinking water available at the Surf Life saving club. Would recommend..
Eleni S.
8 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
13 ft pop-up camper ·
Old Mines Lagoon
I enjoyed camping at the old coalmine lagoon, good location, flat land to setup and easy to access.
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Alexander A.
2 reviews
Well situated to explore Bicheno and the beautiful Tasmanian east coast, this campsite offers amazing sunrise views over the lagoon...Ideal for a time away from the crowd, exploring nature at its best.
Eva L.
44 reviews
Jacqui’s place at Coalmine Lagoon makes a good base to explore the Bicheno area and Douglas Appsley National park . The camp is about 7 minutes north of Bicheno and about 40 -45 minute drive to Coles Bay -Freycinet area . The camp sites are level . The site is close to the main road so some traffic noise in daylight but minimal after dark . Of the 4-5 camp areas , 3 are close to the lagoon side of the paddock . The area is big enough that campers are a fair distance apart but no trees or shrubs to give full privacy to each site .
The lagoon setting makes for pleasant sunrise viewing . The edges of the lagoon are muddy so not easy to access the water itself , better to walk further to Douglas beach . There is strong 5g phone and internet connection at the site . There is only one available fire pot on the site so we were advise to bring our own . Jacqui was camped on site when we arrived and using her firepot . As it turned out the high winds on the weekend meant a fire wasn’t possible .
Overall we felt Coalmine Lagoon makes a good base camp but not a great camp to hang out during the day . The $50 nightly fee is on the high side for the limited facility camping experience , but at least you get distance from your fellow campers . Would be best to check access in wet weather .
Jacqui was onsite during our visit and friendly and helpful with gate access and safety information .
John M.
21 reviews
Recommends
· February 2024
20 ft travel trailer ·
Old Mines Lagoon
Good location being close to Bicheno, plenty of space
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Nic D.
2 reviews
Recommends
· January 2024
16 ft car ·
Old Mines Lagoon
Really nice, peaceful place. Jacqui is an amazing host and very accommodating and patient, with my first hip camp experience.
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Rodrigo X.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2024
19 ft Class B ·
Old Mines Lagoon
Very clear directions and a great place to stay. Lovely outlook.
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Andrew N.
9 reviews
Recommends
· January 2024
19 ft travel trailer ·
Old Mines Lagoon
Lovely and private. Very relaxing and peaceful.
Would definitely recommend if you don't want to be amongst the hustle and bustle. Still within a quick drive to town. The firewood and fire pit was a great addition.
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Donna R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Big open space, great location just out of the bustle of Bicheno & so close to nature world which is lovely to visit!
Access to the lagoon, can be muddy but lovely birdlife to see.
Jacqui was friendly, accomodating & helpful with advice on the local area for us!
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Emma M.
3 reviews
Recommends
· January 2024
19 ft travel trailer ·
Old Mines Lagoon
Great spot and hosts were very accommodating and flexible 👍
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Simon M.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· January 2024
24 ft Class A · With pets ·
Old Mines Lagoon
Everything was ok but a little underwhelming considering the price.
When we arrived there were reserved signs up in the prime spot for a large (and noisy) group meaning that we were only metres from the main road.
Walking access to the beach was not available and access to the lagoon was blocked by the previously mentioned group.
Stuart H.
3 reviews
Recommends
· December 2023
16 ft travel trailer ·
Old Mines Lagoon
The options for campsites were excellent - flat, private, sunny and natural.
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Ian B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· November 2023
17 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
Old Mines Lagoon
Great spot, very open, sunny and feels private even though you're just off the highway. Lovely waterfront spots and only a short walk to the beach. Right next to nature world and would highly recommend checking out Devils in the dark while you're staying! (Book ahead though)
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Rosalind C.
9 reviews
Recommends
· November 2023
19 ft Class A · Group trip ·
Old Mines Lagoon
absolutely beautiful spot, spacious and private. great views! we loved this spot.
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Liz P.
3 reviews
Really beautiful place to camp, probably could have used better directions as it's a bit hard to find it was lovely - wallabys already waiting for us. Jacqui was quick and easy to communicate with.
Tully B.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2023
22 ft Class A · Group trip ·
Old Mines Lagoon
Lovely spot near the lagoon. Flat sites. Lots of bird life.
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Bonita M.
8 reviews
Recommends
· November 2023
18 ft Class A ·
Old Mines Lagoon
The views were great heaps of space very relaxing easy walk to the beach
Great to have a camp fire
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Debbie L.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2023
17 ft Class A · With pets ·
Old Mines Lagoon
It was an awesome camping spot. Loved how it’s not over booked. Wished it wasn’t so windy so we could have got the kayak out on the lagoon so maybe next time 😊.
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Bernadette D.
9 reviews
Location
Bicheno, Tasmania, AustraliaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Jacqui L.
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