Arthur River, Tasmania

Arthur River is a small town on the banks of the estuary Arthur River in Tasmania, on the largest island of Australia. The place is located about 61 kilometers from Smithton and about 15 kilometers from Marrawah.

The place was by George Arthur, a lieutenant in the Dutch East India Company, named. In the village live about 120 people working in the fisheries, forestry, and especially in the tourism industry.

The place Arthur River adjacent to a relatively unspoiled wilderness. There are cottages for rent, three campgrounds and two small shops. Fishing and fishing for salmon and trout on this river is a popular recreational sport, as well as hiking in the wilderness. There are offers of organized boat trips on the river, and also a canoe and boat rental is possible.