Beaches & Surfing

Woolamai Surf Beach

Woolamai Surf Beach is a popular surf beach that renowned for strong rips and currents. This long sandy beach is patrolled by the Woolamai Surf Lifesaving Club during the summer months. Access from Beach Road, off Woolamai Road.

Surf Beach and Surfies Point

As their names indicate, these are popular surfing spots. For detailed information on the most suitable surfing conditions please ring Island Surfboards on +61 3 5952 3443 or Islantis Surf shop on +613 5956 7553. These beaches are not recommended for swimming. Access from The Esplanade, off Phillip Island Road.

Smiths Beach

Smiths beach is located on a bay and offers gentle surf for less experienced surfers. It is patrolled during the summer months. Access from Smiths Beach Road, off Back Beach Road.

Shelly Beach, Cat Bay Beach, Flynns Reef

Enjoy the spectacular views of Western Port and the Mornington Peninsula from these beaches. Shelly Beach is a good beach for beginner surfers, as waves are seldom over one metre in size. Cat Bay Beach and Flynns Beach have waves breaking over flat rock and reef. These beaches are not patrolled by lifesavers. Access from Ventnor Road.

Cowes Beach

The Cowes main beach area is very popular with swimmers during the summer months as during high tide it is shallow and suitable for children. There are toilet and shower facilities near the jetty. This beach is patrolled by lifesavers over the summer school holidays from Boxing Day (26 December) to Australia Day (26 January). Access from Thompson Avenue and the Esplanade.

(courtesy Visit Victoria website)

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