Eaglehawk Neck

Eaglehawk Neck is a narrow isthmus that joins the Port Arthur peninsula with the mainland. In the early 19th century, the only means of getting to or from Port Arthur was by ship, as the land was covered in dense forest and there were no roads. Escaping by sea was well-nigh impossible and any that tried to escape by land had to cross the Neck. So the Neck was heavily guarded by a line of fierce dogs.

As well as the Neck’s history, the area has some interesting and scenic places to explore.