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Phillip Island Beaches

With an extensive coastline which boasts 26 beaches, Phillip Island is a premier beach holiday destination in Victoria. Calm swimming beaches, surf beaches, sandy and rugged coastline and azure water are the main things that you will discover on Phillip Island.

Phillip Island beaches are best for surfing, diving and swimming. The island’s weather is mild all throughout the year which makes its beaches a favourable place to enjoy many fun-filled water activities.

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Phillip Island beaches also include few patrolled surf beaches at popular scenic areas. However, visitors should note that lifeguard services only operate during the Summer months and lifesavers are only on duty when the red and yellow flags are displayed.

The southern beaches best for surfing include Woolamai Surf Beach which as strong rips and currents; Surf Beach and Surfies Point are popular surfing spots not recommended for swimming; Smiths Beach and YCW Beaches are perfect for less experienced surfers as they have gentle surf; Summerland Beach is home of the penguin parade and a great surfing spot.

The northern beaches are both good for swimming and surfing and include: Shelly Beach, Cat Bay Beach, Flynns Reef which is all good surfing beaches for beginners as there are small one metre waves; Ventnor Beach and Anchorage Beach are good swimming beaches and are not suitable for surfing; Red Rocks Beach is a popular swimming beach in summer, and Cowes Beach is a popular family beach due to its shallow water and facilities near the jetty.



Cape Woolamai Beach

Cape Woolamai Beach

Cape Woolamai, VIC

Cape Woolamai Beach is a famous surf spot set against ancient pink granite. This National Surfing Reserve is renowned for its rich surfing heritage and stunning natural attractions, which also happens to be the highest...

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Cowes Beach

Cowes Beach

Cowes, VIC

Cowes Beach is one of the main tourist attractions on Phillip Island. Home to a significant concentration of accommodation and activities that visitors love, it’s complete with all the tourist facilities and...

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Flynns Beach

Flynns Beach

Summerlands, VIC

Flynns Beach is a popular surfing beach in Phillip Island. Located on the northern part of Cat Bay, the 1.3 km long stretch of beach often gets waves around 0.6 meters in height, but it’s also a great swimming...

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Berrys Beach

Berrys Beach

Ventnor, VIC

Berrys Beach is a popular surfing beach in Phillip Island. It features a secluded, tranquil beach that is known for its fantastic swells that are suitable for experienced surfers. Berrys Beach, Surfing, Fishing, Walk...

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Ventnor Beach

Ventnor Beach

Ventnor, VIC

Ventnor Beach is a popular coastal area located on the northern coast of Phillip Island. Favoured by sun lovers and swimmers, this beach offers a peaceful getaway away from the crowds. Ventnor Beach, Dog Friendly...

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Kitty Miller Bay

Kitty Miller Bay

Ventnor, VIC

Kitty Miller Bay is a gorgeous beach in Phillip Island and is one of the most popular attractions in the area. The 500-metre-long beach features an expansive rock platform that provides the perfect setting for a number...

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Red Rocks Beach

Red Rocks Beach

Cowes, VIC

Red Rocks Beach is one of the most beautiful destinations on Phillip Island – a great family-friendly destination. With scenic views of French Island and Mornington Peninsula, it is easy to see why this beach...

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Cat Bay

Cat Bay

Summerlands, VIC

Cat Bay is a top tourist attraction on Phillip Island; featuring a point break and sheltered beach, making it renowned surf and beach destination. Most of the year there are terrific swells to be enjoyed, although the...

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Flynns Reef

Flynns Reef

Summerlands, VIC

Flynn’s Reef is a renowned attraction on Phillip Island, known for excellent surfing as well as diving. In fact, many consider Flynns’ Reef to be a surfer’s paradise especially for professional surfers...

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Ycw Beach

YCW Beach

Smiths Beach, VIC

YCW Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches on Phillip Island. Set on a beautiful bay, YCW beach attracts travellers and families, as well as novice surfers. The 400-metre stretch of sandy beach features gentle...

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Anchorage Beach

Anchorage Beach

Ventnor, VIC

Anchorage Beach, located close to Ventnor Beach, is a popular attraction on Phillip Island; renowned for breathtaking coastal views, and numerous beach activities – making it a top choice for holidaymakers looking...

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Forrest Caves

Forrest Caves

Newhaven, VIC

The Forrest Caves of Phillip Island are a stunning natural attraction that has been formed over time due to the eroded cliffs – only accessible during low tide. A visit to the Forrest Caves will be a terrific...

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Shipwreck Ss Speke

Shipwreck SS Speke

Ventnor, VIC

The Shipwreck of SS Speke is a fascinating place to visit while on Phillip Island. The SS Speke was a huge three-masted steel ship built in Wales in 1891, and at the time, was one of the largest in the world. Shipwreck...

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Cape Woolamai State Faunal Reserve

Cape Woolamai State Faunal Reserve

Cape Woolamai, VIC

Cape Woolamai State Faunal Reserve is the perfect place if you’re planning a breezy, coastal walk during your trip to Phillip Island. Cape Woolamai comprises of 308 hectares and is located on the south-east of the...

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The Colonnades

The Colonnades

Cape Woolamai, VIC

The Colonnades is a coastal area in Phillip Island that provides visitors with sweeping sea views. As one of the island’s most beautiful beaches, this destination is highly recommended for visitors who want to...

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Punchbowl

Punchbowl

San Remo, VIC

The Punchbowl just off Phillip Island in San Remo and Kilcunda is a unique natural attraction. This steep amphitheatre was naturally formed into magnificent bluffs, and on the eastern side is a small beach that is...

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Grossard Point

Grossard Point

Ventnor, VIC

Grossard Point is a historic site located on the end of Ventnor bay. It’s famous for being the site of Captain Grossard’s grave following his unfortunate death in 1868. Captain Grossard had a dying wish to...

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Phillip Island Coastal Reserve

Phillip Island Coastal Reserve

Newhaven, VIC

Phillip Island Coastal Reserve is one of the best attractions in Phillip Island. Recommended for relaxing getaways and leisurely beach walks, there are many things to do for outdoor lovers. Phillip Island Coastal...

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Storm Bay

Storm Bay

Ventnor, VIC

Storm Bay in Phillip Island is a small platform beach, 100 meters in length. Located just 500 meters west of the car park at Pyramid Rock, this beach is popular among rock fishers and advanced surfers. Storm Bay...

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