Hellyer River

Hellyer
River
Hellyer River, at Hellyer Gorge
Name origin: Henry Hellyer, an explorer
Country Australia
State Tasmania
Region North-western Tasmania
Part of Arthur River catchment
Tributaries
 - left Fossey River
 - right Wey River
Mouth Arthur River
 - coordinates 41°16′21″S 145°36′52″E / 41.27250°S 145.61444°E / -41.27250; 145.61444Coordinates: 41°16′21″S 145°36′52″E / 41.27250°S 145.61444°E / -41.27250; 145.61444
Length 61 km (38 mi)
Location of the Hellyer River mouth
in Tasmania
[1]

The Hellyer River is a perennial river located in north western Tasmania, Australia.

The river flows for 61 kilometres (38 mi) before joining into the Arthur River. High quality cool temperate rainforest and tall eucalyptus forest grows along much of the river. Significant species include Myrtle Beech, Leatherwood, Southern Sassafras and Messmate. The river in named in honour of the explorer Henry Hellyer.

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Map of Hellyer River, TAS". Bonzle Digital Atlas of Australia. Retrieved 21 March 2012.


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