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The Prom Coast is a fantastic destination for families, with safe swimming beaches, wildlife, easy walking trails, playgrounds, rock pools, markets and plenty of places to explore outdoors. From a relaxing day at the beach to discovering wildlife at Wilsons Promontory, there are activities for children of all ages.

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  • Family BeachesSandy Point

    Enjoy the calm, shallow waters of Shallow Inlet and the wide sandy beach, making Sandy Point a great choice for young children and families.

  • Family BeachesWaratah Bay

    Spend the day swimming, building sandcastles and playing on the long sandy beach, with beautiful views towards Wilsons Promontory.

  • Family BeachesInverloch

    Choose between the sheltered waters of Anderson Inlet and the ocean beach, with plenty of space for swimming, beach games and family picnics.

  • Family BeachesVenus Bay

    Explore the long sandy beaches, enjoy beach games and look for calmer swimming areas when conditions are suitable.

  • Squeaky BeachWilsons Promontory

    Let the kids experience the famous squeaky sand, explore the granite boulders and enjoy one of Victoria's most spectacular beaches.

  • Norman BeachWilsons Promontory

    Enjoy a family beach walk and explore the beautiful sandy shoreline with the mountains of the Prom providing a spectacular backdrop.

  • Tidal RiverWilsons Promontory

    Explore the river, walk the easy trails, look for wildlife and enjoy a picnic in one of the Prom's most popular family areas.

  • Wilsons Promontory Wildlife

    Take the family wildlife spotting and look for wombats, kangaroos, wallabies, emus and native birds throughout the national park.

  • Wombat Spotting

    Tidal River and surrounding areas of Wilsons Promontory are particularly well known for wombats, which can often be seen around the campground and walking areas.

  • Emu Spotting

    Keep an eye out for wild emus around Wilsons Promontory, particularly in open grassland and roadside areas.

  • Dinosaur FossilsInverloch

    Introduce children to Australia's prehistoric past by discovering the fascinating dinosaur fossil history of the Inverloch coastline.

  • Bunurong Environment CentreInverloch

    Learn about dinosaurs, fossils, marine life, Aboriginal heritage and the natural environment of the Bunurong Coast.

  • Rock PoolsInverloch & Bunurong Coast

    At low tide, explore rock pools and discover small fish, crabs, shells and other marine creatures.

  • Rock PoolsWalkerville

    Explore the rocky coastline and tidal pools around Walkerville while looking for marine life and interesting shells and formations.

  • Beachcombing

    Search the beaches around Sandy Point, Waratah Bay, Inverloch and Venus Bay for shells, interesting stones and other treasures washed ashore.

  • KayakingAnderson Inlet

    Take the family onto the calm waters of Anderson Inlet for a peaceful paddle and a different perspective of Inverloch's coastline.

  • PaddleboardingAnderson Inlet

    Try stand-up paddleboarding in the sheltered inlet waters when conditions are calm and suitable.

  • Fishing with the Family

    Try an easy afternoon of fishing from the beach, jetty or inlet around Inverloch, Sandy Point, Waratah Bay and Port Welshpool.

  • Beach FishingVenus Bay

    Set up the family fishing rods along the long beaches of Venus Bay and enjoy a relaxed day beside the ocean.

  • Bunurong Coastal Drive

    Take a family road trip from Inverloch to Cape Paterson, stopping at beaches, lookouts, rock platforms and scenic viewpoints along the way.

  • Eagles NestInverloch

    Take the family to one of the region's most spectacular coastal viewpoints and see the dramatic cliffs and ocean scenery.

  • Sandy Point Foreshore

    Enjoy an easy family walk along the foreshore, followed by swimming, beach games or a picnic beside Shallow Inlet.

  • Waratah Bay Beach Walk

    Take a relaxed walk along the wide sandy beach while enjoying views towards Wilsons Promontory.

  • Inverloch Foreshore Walk

    Enjoy an easy walk beside Anderson Inlet with cafés, shops, playgrounds and other amenities close by.

  • Fish Creek

    Explore the colourful town, browse the galleries and shops, grab something to eat and enjoy the surrounding countryside.

  • Kongwak Market

    Spend a Sunday browsing vintage clothing, toys, records, collectables, plants, food and other treasures while enjoying live music.

  • Local Farmers Markets

    Let the kids experience the atmosphere of a country market while browsing fresh produce, local food, handmade products and crafts.

  • Coal Creek Community Park & MuseumKorumburra

    Step back in time and explore historic buildings, machinery, displays and demonstrations at this large open-air heritage attraction.

  • State Coal MineWonthaggi

    Take the family underground to discover what life was like for miners working in the historic Wonthaggi coalfields.

  • Agnes Falls

    Take an easy family outing to see Victoria's highest single-span waterfall and explore the surrounding forest and picnic areas.

  • Tarra-Bulga National Park

    Explore cool temperate rainforest, giant trees and easy walking trails while looking for native birds and wildlife.

  • Cycling with the Family

    Explore quiet country roads, foreshore paths and easy cycling routes around Inverloch, Sandy Point, Foster and other towns.

  • Picnics & BBQs

    Pack a picnic or barbecue and enjoy the region's beaches, parks, foreshore areas and scenic reserves.

  • Sunset at the Beach

    Finish the day with a family walk and sunset at Sandy Point, Waratah Bay or Inverloch, with plenty of space for children to play while the sun goes down.

  • Family Road Trips

    Link several attractions together for a day out, such as Inverloch, Cape Paterson, Wonthaggi and Venus Bay, or Fish Creek, Wilsons Promontory and Sandy Point.

  • Rainy Day Activities

    Head into the region's towns for cafés, museums, galleries, markets, shopping and indoor attractions when the weather isn't suitable for the beach.

  • Explore the Country Towns

    Make the towns themselves part of the adventure by visiting Foster, Fish Creek, Meeniyan, Koonwarra, Inverloch, Korumburra and Mirboo North for food, shops, galleries and local attractions.

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