Waratah Bay Beach
Quiet, sheltered water and long evening light. Good for paddleboards, beach cricket and sunset walks.
Waratah Bay is a peaceful coastal village on Victoria's Prom Coast, backed by rolling green hills and overlooking a spectacular sweep of sandy beach. Known for its relaxed holiday atmosphere, swimming, fishing and beautiful coastal scenery, it is a tranquil gateway to Wilsons Promontory.
Waratah Bay is a peaceful coastal village set beside one of South Gippsland's most spectacular stretches of coastline. With a vast 15-kilometre sweep of golden sand, clear coastal waters and magnificent views across the bay towards the mountains of Wilsons Promontory, it is a place where the natural landscape takes centre stage. Small, quiet and largely surrounded by coastal bushland and holiday homes, Waratah Bay offers an unspoilt seaside atmosphere that is perfect for escaping the crowds and enjoying the simple pleasures of the coast.
The beach is the heart of Waratah Bay, offering plenty of space for long walks, swimming, fishing, surfing, rock pooling and simply relaxing beside the ocean. The wide, flat shoreline is particularly beautiful at low tide, when the enormous scale of the beach and uninterrupted views towards Wilsons Promontory become even more impressive. The surrounding area is equally rewarding, with Cape Liptrap Coastal Park, Walkerville, Sandy Point and Shallow Inlet all close by, while Wilsons Promontory National Park is an easy drive away. For those wanting a quieter alternative to the more developed coastal destinations, Waratah Bay offers something special – a genuine sense of space, spectacular scenery and a relaxed beachside lifestyle surrounded by some of Victoria's most beautiful natural landscapes.
Beaches, walks and good food within a short drive.
Quiet, sheltered water and long evening light. Good for paddleboards, beach cricket and sunset walks.
A wide, gently sloping beach facing Waratah Bay with views across to the Prom. One of the most family-friendly beaches on the coast.
Stone kilns from the 1800s lime industry, right on the beach at Walkerville South. Combine with a rock pool ramble.
A tidal inlet behind Sandy Point with dunes, sandbars and flat water. Popular for kite surfing and bird watching.
A small white lighthouse on high cliffs with some of the most dramatic coastal views in South Gippsland.
Emus wander the open grasslands on the drive into the Prom. Slow down, they cross the road without looking.
Easy to combine in one trip.