About an hours drive from Launceston is the rich fertile farming
community of Scottsdale. There are three roads into the area from the
north - via the Tasman Highway over the scenic 'Sideling', via Lilydale or from
Bell Bay through the wine producing area and seaside resort of Bridport.
Just
on the Southern edge of Scottsdale on the Sideling road is the recently opened
Forest Eco Centre. The building has been designed to be energy
efficient. It houses Forestry Tasmania's offices and a Visitor Information
Centre. There is also a cafe.
Scottsdale
hosts a very fine 9 hole golf course. There is a good well sheltered
camping ground about a kilometre from the town centre. There are some very
fine restaurant and accommodation options.
