Chauncy Vale Wildlife Sanctuary

Chauncy Vale Wildlife Sanctuary, was established in 1946 and is one of the oldest private conservation areas in Tasmania.

It was inspiration and home to Nan Chauncy – A multi award winning author of children’s adventure novels.

Nan’s writing captured a vivid picture of the Tasmanian landscape, it’s people and it’s living creatures that were “real” life, not the mechanisation and gadgets of modern society.

She wrote to share her love of Tasmania- Her island shaped like a heart.

Chauncy Vale Wildlife Sanctuary, a 415 hectare reserve linked by a walking track to Flat Rock Reserve (455 ha), is visited by bushwalkers, bird watchers, field naturalist groups, families, groups and school parties. With it’s enchanting natural environment, heritage, culture and history, Chauncy Vale has shared a role in creating many meaningful experiences for several generations of Tasmanian schools, families, individuals and community groups.

There are a range of walks available which lead to points of interest such as Brown’s Cave, Eve’s Bath, Guvy’s Lagoon and Flat Rock lookout.

There are several areas suitable for picnics and gatherings, with toilets, BBQs & picnic facilities, and a meeting room available for booking.