Circular Head is a municipality in far North-West Tasmania, covering an area of 4,917 km². It is known for its unique land formation, 'The Nut,' which is the solidified lava lake of a long-extinct volcano. The town of Smithton, with 3,500 residents, is the administrative center of Circular Head, while Stanley is a popular tourist destination. Visitors to the region can explore various attractions such as Dismal Swamp, a giant Blackwood sinkhole accessible via a 110m slide or a gently sloping pathway with boardwalks for walking through the swamp's unique ecosystem. Stanley, a historic town with a rich history overlooked by 'The Nut,' offers visitors the opportunity to walk to the summit or take a chairlift ride for breathtaking 360-degree views.
Another attraction in the area is Bull Rock, where visitors can take a boat tour to view up to 200 Australian Fur Seals that congregate there, with the chance to see Little Penguins as well. Arthur River, the last township before the Western Explorer Road, offers access to a mostly unsealed road that winds south past some of Tasmania's most beautiful and remote landscapes towards Corinna on the Pieman River. For more information on Circular Head tourism, visitors can explore www.stanley.com.au or visit the Circular Head Visitor Information Centre in Smithton, which houses the Circular Head Heritage Centre. The center provides extensive local and regional knowledge, offering advice on travel, guides, tours, accommodation, and events, as well as maps, brochures, souvenirs, gifts, and books for purchase.