Mount Nelson Signal Station
About Mount Nelson Signal Station
Mount Nelson Signal Station is a national park in Tasmania. Its facilities include toilets and lookout. Things to do here include abseiling, camping and caving. The nearest other place in AussieCamps is The Shot Tower, 4 km away.
Built in 1811, Mount Nelson Signal Station played an important role in reporting maritime traffic in both Hobart and Port Arthur.
Facilities
- Toilets
- Lookout
Things to do
- Abseiling
- Camping
- Caving
- Diving
- Fishing
- Kayaking
Fees
Fees change with the season and the site, and some sites must be booked ahead. AussieCamps shows the current fee, how to book and what each site offers.
Location
Nearby
Guides for Tasmania
- Tasmania camping loop: 10 days from Hobart
- Hobart to Launceston Drive 2026: Midland Highway, Roadworks, Stops and Biosecurity
- Can I Camp in a National Park Without Booking? 2026 Rules
- Can I Fly a Drone in a National Park or Campsite? 2026
- Free Camping in Tasmania 2026: Bay of Fires, Free Park Camps and Council Sites
- Can I Take a Caravan or Campervan on the Spirit of Tasmania?
Questions about Mount Nelson Signal Station
What facilities does Mount Nelson Signal Station have?
Toilets and Lookout.
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