Queenscliff to Ocean Grove Beach walk

*** Please read the description below. You need at least an average level of fitness or experience to attend this hike.

*** This hike will be co-hosted with Melbourne Young Hikers.

*** You must be fully vaccinated with at least two doses of a Covid-19 vaccine to attend this hike. Please do not attend the hike if you have any cold or flu symptoms.

*** The Organiser reserves the right to cancel this hike, in the event of extreme weather conditions being predicted for this day. In that event, all attendees will be informed via email.

*** The no show policy applies for this event.

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This will be an interesting beach walk featuring the diverse coastal scenery of the Bellarine Peninsula from Queenscliff across to the beautiful surf beach at Ocean Grove via Point Lonsdale.

After starting the walk and exploring the historic township of Queenscliff and walking past historic Fort Queenscliff, our hike follows a section of coastline facing The Rip and Point Nepean on the Mornington Peninsula. The Rip is the narrow entrance to Point Phillip Bay.

At Point Lonsdale, the contrast between the calm waters of the bay and the wildness of the ocean beach facing Bass Strait can be appreciated. There are spectacular cliffs, rockpools, caves and views to explore at this location.

Our next section of the hike follows the long stretch of pristine ocean beach right up to Ocean Grove. If time permits, we'll have a coffee and snack at a cafe in Ocean Grove before getting a bus back to our starting point in Queenscliff.

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Grade: Moderate (Australian Walking Track Classification Grades 3 & 4)
Beach walking on a mixture of soft dry and firmer wet sand.

Distance: 16km (approx.)

What's special: Pristine ocean beaches, explore a historic township, spectacular coastal scenery including beautiful cliffs and views, appreciate the contrast between the calmness of Port Phillip Bay and the wildness of Bass Strait.

What to bring: A details gear list will be provided to confirmed attendees.

Please Note: You are required to bring an active myki with you for the bus trip from Ocean Grove back to Queenscliff. The bus fare is $2.40.

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I look forward to seeing you there :)