Take the family on a day trip to one of the best beaches in Victoria. Squeaky Beach is iconic for its squeaky white sand and turquoise water, earning it the title of the most photographed beach at Wilsons Prom.
Adults and kids will love making music as they walk along the dry sand, which makes a squeaking sound with every step. Why is Squeaky Beach squeaky? The fine, rounded grains of quartz sand compress under your feet, creating a high-pitched squeak.
Look out over the waters of Leonard Bay and see beautiful islands scattered off the coast. To see more pristine beaches, follow the coastal track that winds its way over Leonard Point to Picnic Bay and on to Whisky Bay. Walk south to Pillar Point for panoramic coastal views out to Tidal River and Norman Bay and back to Squeaky Beach. This is one of the best walks at Wilsons Prom and is suitable for all levels, including strollers.
As beaches and coasts are natural environments, you may encounter hazards. Squeaky Beach is a popular surfing spot owing to higher waves and swimming is not recommended due to persistent rips. Follow our water safety advice to make sure your day out at Squeaky Beach is a safe and enjoyable one.
Things to do
Beaches
Bird watching
Day trips
Family activities
How to get there
Squeaky Beach
Squeaky Beach is on the western side of Wilsons Promontory National Park, north-west of Tidal River.
You can access the beach from Squeaky Beach Carpark or via short walks from Lilly Pilly Gully Carpark, Picnic Bay or Tidal River.
When you're there
Toilet facilities are located adjacent to the carpark.
Swim with care, as Squeaky Beach is not patrolled by lifesavers.
Squeaky Beach is extremely busy during peak season. The carpark is limited in size and fills quickly. Consider walking instead and enjoy scenic views along the walking track from Tidal River.
Need to know
Squeaky Beach
Preparing for a busy summer
The Prom gets extremely busy over summer. For both visitor safety and your enjoyment, there is a limit to the number of vehicles that can be in the park. On busy summer days it can be challenging to park and safely move around popular sites like Tidal River and Squeaky Beach as cars and pedestrians often share the same roads.
If you are visiting the Prom this summer, please:
- consider visiting the Prom during on a weekday if you can
- carpool to and within the Prom to reduce congestion issues
- you may have to wait in your car, please bring food and water
- arrive before 10am and be prepared for crowds
- check the Prom webpage before you travel for the latest conditions
- only bring a maximum of two vehicles per site with your camping booking – this will be monitored and enforced
- support the park team by leaving the park when you check-out to allow space for new campers and visitors
Change of Conditions
Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.
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Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
The Sealers Cove Walking Track is currently closed
The Sealers Cove Walking Track is currently closed due to storm and flood damage.Funding has been secured to rebuild the two kilometres boardwalk, with a start/finish timeline for the project to be established shortly.Until then, access to Sealers Cove is only achievable via Refuge Cove, which is a 25km hike from Telegraph Saddle.Stockyard Campground & Toilet Block Closed
Stockyard campground and toilet block are closed until further notice.Change to Tidal River General Store opening hours
Tidal River General Store opening hours from 29 January to 1 April 2024:
Monday - Thursday: 9.00 am - 5.00 pmFriday: 9.00 am - 7.30 pmSaturday: Coffee window (only) from 7.30 am, Store open 9.00 am - 7.30 pmSunday: Coffee window (only) from 7.30 am, Store open 9.00 am - 5.00 pmTidal River water supply this summer 2023/24
This summer of 2023/24, the water storage (in tanks) at Tidal River is reduced compared with previous years. It means that while Parks Victoria repair the water storage, the system overall has less capacity.To help the system cope this summer, Parks Victoria is asking all visitors to help save water and reduce their water use during their stay.You can help by:• Filling up your caravan water tanks before arrival.• Taking shorter showers – 4 minutes or Iess.• Turning off taps when brushing teeth.• Using less water to wash dishes – use a tub.• Taking your laundry home for shorter stays.• Using a caravan dump point outside of the Prom for caravan waste.• Reporting leaks and running toilets to the Visitor Centre.Did you know?Tidal River Campground is ‘off-grid’. This means that all water and electricity come from inside the Prom. For water, the supply starts with water being drawn from the Tidal River catchment. It is then treated to a drinking water standard, stored in a series of tanks, and distributed around the campground for visitors to enjoy.Thanks for your cooperation.Attachments: FinaI TidaI River Fact Sheet Water SuppIy (301KB)
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Wilsons Promontory National Park
Wilsons Promontory National Park - Invasive Species Control Programs
Introduced species such as deer, rabbits, foxes and feral cats are all major threats to nature. Wilsons Promontory National Park is working towards pest free nature.Targeted invasive species control programs will be in place within Wilsons Promontory National Park between June 2023 - June 2025.Some access restrictions may apply. Please observe local signage.Park Closure - Sunday 4th August, 5pm to Friday 9th August, 8am 2024
Wilsons Promontory National Park will be closed between 5pm Sunday 4th August and 8am Friday 9th August 2024 to undertake park management and conservation programs.