Tasmania, West Coast of Australia, Australia

Back Beach

Back Beach is a serene location that is particularly popular among dog owners. The beach is known for its tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for individuals to enjoy the view or for dogs to run around.

Uncover perfect stays near Back Beach and enjoy its tranquil atmosphere with your canine companion.

However, the beach's accessibility has been a point of concern for some visitors. The current access point involves navigating a rocky drop-off, which some believe could be improved with the addition of a ramp for safer and easier access.

What to do at Back Beach?

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Back Beach include Mrs Jones Restaurant Bar Lounge, Drift and Bizzi Bee Takeaway.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beach as a great place for dogs to play and exercise, with many appreciating its quiet and serene environment. The beach is particularly popular among dog owners due to its friendly atmosphere. However, some visitors have expressed concerns about the safety of the access points, suggesting improvements such as ramps to replace rocky drop-offs.

Where to Stay near Back Beach?

While visiting Back Beach, many people choose to stay in the nearby town of Devonport, which offers a range of accommodation options and is just a short drive from the beach. Visitors often explore the broader Devonport area for its attractions and include Back Beach as a peaceful retreat during their itinerary.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Back Beach?

Latitude: -41.1616942 / Longitude: 146.3500476

Back Beach is located in Tasmania. The following map of Back Beach shows the exact location.

Back Beach: Weather Today

📅 Sunday, October 11, 2026
Today is certainly not an ideal day for a visit to Back Beach. Persistent heavy drizzle and rain showers are expected throughout the day, creating a gloomy and wet atmosphere that makes relaxing on the sand quite difficult. The air temperature is chilly, peaking at 15.2 °C, and with the sea temperature sitting at 14.3 °C, the water is far too cold for swimming. You will also encounter noticeable wind, which combined with the rain, makes for an uncomfortable experience. The waves are fairly choppy, further discouraging any time spent near the shoreline. Given the combination of poor weather and low temperatures, it is best to stay indoors and save your beach trip for a much warmer and drier day.
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Air

Low / High11.1°C/15.2°C
Feels Like (High)13.7°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature14.3 °C
Wave Height1.2 m
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Rain

Rain Chance80%
Rainfall1.3 mm
Rain Duration2 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:32/19:30
Sunshine Hours12.1 hrs
UV Index3.65
Cloud Cover46%
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Wind

Speed22.6 km/h
Gusts49.3 km/h
DirectionNW

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