salmon ponds

906rowanr

Expensive at $32 per head but worth it to see the fish and when we visited a few platypusTerrific trees and the ponds of fish very interesting as is the museum

fionar2014

My sister and I arrived with our 5 children. We asked if we could take food from the cafe and eat by the pond. We were told we could. Then when we went to order, we were told we could not buy cafe food and sit by the pond. When I explained we had already asked and were told we could, the girl said "Well I spoke to the boss and he said no". We said that we would eat at the cafe then, the girl said we couldn't (despite empty tables). I had to drive for 15 minutes to the nearest town, and return with food for the children. Very disappointing considering we had paid an entry fee, and then received very poor service. We would not return again.

D9905WHpaulg

The birthplace of the Salmonoid fishery in Australia, great layout, great fish in ponds and a museum as well. For anyone interested in fishing it is a must see.

chrisrV2069PP

I don't ask for much...All I want is good food and good service1 out of 2 is not ok.Service was okFood.... Well,let's just say my first time is my last timeNot the best at all.:(

helenw600

We stopped here by chance en route from Russell Falls to Kettering, not expecting more than a quick salmon lunch. Well we were wrong! The gardens and European (fully labelled) trees were like an oasis in the dessert, and the lunch of salmon pancakes was delicious. But it was the huge platypus frolicking in the Atlantic Salmon pond that stole our hearts. It swam and dived continuously, delighting everyone around. We got some great photos and videos as it was so close.Thoroughly recommend even though we weren't interested in the history of fishing, and the only visible salmon were the albino ones.

Willy551

This is a must go on any drive up the Derwent. Close to New Norfolk it provides an excellent place for a short or long visit. Short if you want to view salmon and trout plus a platypus if you are lucky enough. The trees bordering the site are worth a visit in themselves for variety and age. The historical aspect of trout farming is well explained but the big treat is feeding the fish. The spacious grounds are ideal for a lazy picnic under the trees or shelter. This is an inexpensive visit for friends or family.We gave the cafe a miss but it looked okay for lunch.

DawnHendrick

Stopped to enjoy coffee and cake in cafe overlooking the historical Salmon Pond site. Window looks out on huge Rainbow Trout which are fed by tourists on pellet food.....

TravZ_Canb

Way overpriced for what this is - few fish (that you can't see) jumping around a pond. Don't get me wrong the pond, gardens/river are nice, but so is the whole of Tassie. This is one point on the highway not worth stopping at.

309melindae

The salmon ponds seem a little off the beaten track, but it's a lovely place to spend the day. The ponds are set out like an English garden promenade, where you can buy some fish food to throw into the ponds, and watch the fish go crazy! The properly backs onto the river, where you can go fishing. There's BBQ areas and sheltered areas to sit under. Also included in the $8 admission is entry into the hatchery, and into a few cottages where there's fishing memorabilia, and some interactive displays.Lunch in the "pancakes at the ponds" is lovely and fresh, with both sweet and savoury options to choose from. I recommend the salmon pâté, served with crispy toast. Don't forget to look out for the platypus who swims around the area, I found two in the trout pond right out the front!

Mmaxine

Australia's oldest trout hatchery and still stocking Tasmania's Lakes and rivers. There are a number of ponds stocked with large fish of different species. The area is well sign posted so you can read about the interesting history and current operations of this unique hatchery. You can buy fish feed at 2.00 a serve to feed the fish which then gives you a good view of them when they come up to eat at the various ponds, our favorite was the Albino trout. There are some beautiful trees that are very old. 54 Varieties were listed, what a spectacular place it would be in Autumn. The museum was very interesting with a good video running. The kids around us were loving feeding the fish and the grounds were lovely

T144BFgregs

Stopped here on way through to mt field national park and spent very pleasant 2 hours. Very informative and shows complete picture - how trout got here, production process, history of trout fishing in tassie, restored buildings, feeding of some massive fish and eating product in quaint restaurant. Beautiful gardens and riverside walk. Good value with $8 entry per person.

C2796IWchriss

Had a stop here on the way to Russell Falls during a tour. What a lovely spot, so relaxing, lovely gardens and some fun feeding always hungry fish. The food in the café wasn't bad either.

Herrison

Beautiful gardens, well designed café and there was a museum on the history of trout fishing. Who knew trout fishing could be so interesting? An experience to recommend.

PaintedSkies

Well worth a visit for coffee or a meal and/or exploring the beautiful grounds and learning of the history and ongoing work for Tasmania's inland fishery.You can just visit the café, no payment required until you choose to access the ponds themselves, and the view from the café is lovely, also their coffee and pancakes (try the salmon with dried tomatoes and spinach)Great for all ages, though the gravel paths are difficult to wheel over if necessary.

PakSoonL

It is about 10 minutes drive from Junction Motel in New Norfolk. The ponds for the salmons and trouts were well laid out. Do buy a bit more fish feed if you want to get the fish to come to you in quantity. The museum displays were informative. We were a little disappointed as we didn't get to see the platypus. The cafe there serves pretty decent pancakes.