Montrose Bay Yacht Club is located in the upper reaches of the River Derwent in Hobart's Northern Suburbs. The Club was established over fifty years ago, and is primarily a family orientated yacht club that sails dinghy classes.

Mirrors have been a strong Class at the Club since they were first introduced to the club in the 1960's. The Commodore of the Montrose Bay Yacht Club, Norm Deane is well known to many Mirror sailors through is involvement in the Class (Norm is also the International Secretary of the Mirror Class)

The sailing area at Montrose Bay is in an area of approximately 2.25 Kilometres across. As the waters are sheltered, tidal conditions are experienced, however there are no swells. Due to the relatively shallow depth of the bay, a short "chop" is generated by prevailing winds. Winds tend to be North Westerly in Direction at 15 - 20 knots. Afternoon sea breezes from a South, South Easterly direction of a similar strength are experienced in the afternoons.

The Club offers good facilities for competitors and spectators. Canteen and bar facilities will be available, while a spacious lawn will provide an ample rigging area for all competitors. Car parking at the Club is available, and the Club is also endeavouring to provide boat storage facilities to competitors for the course of the series.

Montrose Bay Yacht Club is located just off the Brooker Highway and is approximately 8 Km from the Hobart CBD. The Brooker is part of the main route (National Highway 1) that connects Hobart, Launceston and Devonport to mainland Australia via the TT line Ferry Service. Alternatively, the Hobart Airport is located about 30 minutes drive away from the club. For more information refer to our "Getting There" Link. The Club is adjacent to the Montrose Foreshore Community Park. Further around the bay are the Moorilla Estate Winery, Cadbury Chocolate factory, and the Derwent Entertainment Centre.

A range of accommodation options are available in the surrounding area, many just minutes from the sailing venue.