About Brady's Lookout
Brady's Lookout is a scenic hilltop viewpoint on Brady's Lookout Road at Rosevears in the West Tamar municipality of northern Tasmania, overlooking the Tamar River. Named after bushranger Matthew Brady who reportedly used the site as a lookout in the 1820s, it offers panoramic views across the Tamar Valley wine region, river estuary and surrounding hills. The reserve features interpretive signage, parking and picnic facilities and is a popular short stop on the Tamar Valley touring route.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a short walk from a sealed car park to an elevated, partly fenced viewing area with panoramic outlooks over the Tamar River, vineyards, orchards and hills of the Tamar Valley. The site is a bushland reserve with interpretive panels explaining the bushranger history, picnic tables and open grassy areas. There are no shops or cafes on site; the experience is focused on sightseeing, photography and enjoying the landscape.
Key highlights
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Panoramic views over the Tamar River and Tamar Valley wine region
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Historic association with bushranger Matthew Brady in the 1820s
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Interpretive signage explaining local history and landscape
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Photography opportunities across river, vineyards and hills
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Picnic area and short, easy walk from car park to lookout
History of Brady's Lookout
Named after Matthew Brady (1799-1826), a well-known Tasmanian bushranger who is said to have used the elevated site in the mid-1820s as a vantage point to monitor movements along the Tamar River and evade authorities. The lookout reflects early colonial bushranging history in northern Tasmania.
Culture & Context
The lookout is a recognised stop on the Tamar Valley touring route, highlighting the valley's landscape, viticulture and early colonial heritage valued by the local community and visitors.
Route
| By air | Fly to Launceston Airport (LST) then drive via West Tamar Highway to Rosevears |
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