Corinna

Travel Guide

In the western wilderness of Tasmania in Australia, there is a remote historic mining town which is rather beautiful and peaceful, named Corinna. It is the gateway to the Tarkine - second largest temperate rainforest in the world. I went there in a winter break, and pitched my tent (was the only tent there) just in front of this river - Pieman River (quite like the name). Almost after the gold sunset, fog started rising from the surface of Pieman River. Then, the whole tone went so #Blue! Everything was just right! However, the second day, when I rented a kayak to explore surroundings by river, a tourism board caught my attention. It WAS nothing rather than description of this place, BUT this river turns out to be named after a convict who bacause of his repeated CANNIBALISM!!!! In the year of 1822, the convict Alexander Oearce finally recaptured, after few escapes, with bits of Thomas Cox's (another convict he escaped with) hands and fingers in his pockets. Even though I was horrified by this plausible true story, I finished reading the story with disgust for Pieman River. Since I have already paied for the rental of a kayak, I figured that I have to go into the Pieman River with a sense of disgust. Fortunitely, the scenery was simply so great that I left behind that horribly inhuman story.
In the western wilderness of Tasmania in Australia, there is a remote historic mining town which is rather beautiful and peaceful, named Corinna. It is the gateway to the Tarkine - second largest temperate rainforest in the world. I went there in a winter break, and pitched my tent (was the only tent there) just in front of this river - Pieman River (quite like the name). Almost after the gold sunset, fog started rising from the surface of Pieman River. Then, the whole tone went so #Blue! Everything was just right! However, the second day, when I rented a kayak to explore surroundings by river, a tourism board caught my attention. It WAS nothing rather than description of this place, BUT this river turns out to be named after a convict who bacause of his repeated CANNIBALISM!!!! In the year of 1822, the convict Alexander Oearce finally recaptured, after few escapes, with bits of Thomas Cox's (another convict he escaped with) hands and fingers in his pockets. Even though I was horrified by this plausible true story, I finished reading the story with disgust for Pieman River. Since I have already paied for the rental of a kayak, I figured that I have to go into the Pieman River with a sense of disgust. Fortunitely, the scenery was simply so great that I left behind that horribly inhuman story.
Lover's Falls. A tranquil spot amongst the magnificence of the Tarkine rainforest. Reached by boat or kayak along the Pieman River on Tasmania's wild West coast. #wilderness #hiking #worldheritage #rainforest #waterfall
Corinna Wilderness Village

Corinna Wilderness Village

3 out of 5
1 Corinna Rd Corinna TAS
The price is RM895 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
RM895
RM895 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cabin in Corinna. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a gift shop. Popular attractions Corinna River Ferry and Reece Dam are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
Beautiful, remote and friendly staff.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Corinna Wilderness Village
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Corinna Wilderness Village

Corinna Wilderness Village

3 out of 5
1 Corinna Rd Corinna TAS
Stay at this cabin in Corinna. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a gift shop. Popular attractions Corinna River Ferry and Reece Dam are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
Beautiful, remote and friendly staff.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Corinna Wilderness Village
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Corinna River Ferry

Explore the waterfront in Corinna with a trip to Corinna River Ferry. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Corinna River Ferry

Things to do

Tarkine Wilderness 5 Day 'Pack Free' Walking Tour

takayna / Tarkine Wilderness Highlights Hiking Tour - 5 Days

RM10,239
per adult
takayna / Tarkine Wilderness Highlights Hiking Tour - 5 Days
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