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Bishops Rock Day Visitor Area (Discovery Bay Coastal Park)
See expansive views of the coastline and observe passing whales during the cooler months.
There is a hang gliding and paragliding launch pad accessible via the 25m limestone path west of the car park. Users are encouraged to be members of the Victorian Hang Gliding and Para Gliding Association: www.vhpa.org.au.
The Great South West Walk is accessible in both directions from the Bishops Rock car park. The car park can fit up to six cars and is not suited to long vehicles or trailers.
There is no direct beach access from Bishops Rock Day Visitor Area. The closest beach access carpark is located at Cape Bridgewater, 4km west of Bishops Rock Track.
Pedestrian access is via either the Great South West Walk, or vehicle access is via Cape Bridgewater Road.
There are no toilets, barbeques or picnic tables here.
There is no pedestrian access to the cliff tops adjacent to the car park or adjacent to the launch site as this area is being rehabilitated.
Visitors are reminded to remain on existing paths to avoid damaging the coastal cliffs and vegetation.
How to get there
Bishops Rock Day Visitor Area (Discovery Bay Coastal Park)
Need to know
Bishops Rock Day Visitor Area (Discovery Bay Coastal Park)
Safety in nature
You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.
Accessibility
Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however, in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.
Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.
Warnings & Restrictions
Dogs
Restrictions
- No fires permitted
- No horses
- No dogs allowed
- No camping
- No generators
- No drones without a permit
- No firearms allowed
Warnings
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Terrain hazards
- Unstable cliffs
- Slippery surface
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Water hazards
- Rough Surf
- Strong currents