The Coal Mines Historic Site is a great place to discover on foot. Learn the history of this place as you walk the paths and tracks and around the Site and read the stories of some of the people who lived and worked here.
Explore the settlement ruins which once included stone prisoners’ barracks and punishment cells, a chapel, bakehouse and store as well as quarters for the commanding officer, surgeon and soldiers.
One of Tasmania’s Great Short Walks
Walk options range from a few minutes to several hours. Visit the Great Short Walks website for more information.
Walk options are also described in our Visitor Guide, available from the Port Arthur Historic Site Visitor Centre, or downloadable below.
Please read and abide by the notes on preparation, safety and care of the Site.
Map
2 hours return 
