Fingal Beach (Mornington Peninsula National Park)

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Fingal Beach (Mornington Peninsula National Park)

Enjoy this spectacular walk that overlooks high above Cape Schanck's rugged coastline, meandering through dense coastal woodland before descending multiple steps to the isolated and tranquil Fingal Beach.

The nearby Fingal picnic area is perfect for a packed lunch or BBQ before exploring furthermore around this stunning coastline. Walking tracks lead to nearby lookouts with spectacular views of basalt cliffs and Fingal Beach which is exposed at low tide.

The return walk (3km) and access to the beach is via a steep staircase. A longer walk to the northern Gunnamatta Beach (5km) is also available from the Fingal Picnic Area.

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Fingal Beach (Mornington Peninsula National Park)

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Fingal Beach (Mornington Peninsula National Park)

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • No fires permitted
  • No camping
  • No horses
  • No firearms allowed
  • No bicycles
  • No dogs allowed
  • No vehicles
  • No generators
  • No drones without a permit

Warnings

  • Water hazards
    • Rough Surf
    • Deep water
    • Submerged obstacles
    • Strong currents
  • Other warnings
    • Trees may fall take care
    • Limbs may fall take care
    • Unpatrolled area
  • Terrain hazards
    • Unstable cliffs
    • Slippery surface
    • Slippery rocks
    • Uneven ground
    • Steep descent
    • Steep track
  • Animals and pests
    • Sharks
    • Snakes

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

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.

Mushroom Reef Toilet Closure Finders Ocean Beach

The toilet at Flinders Ocean Beach, Mushroom Reef is permanently closed.  The nearest alternative public toilets are Flinders town centre public toilets.

Landslip affecting beach west of Mushroom Reef, Flinders Ocean Beach

There is a landslip affecting the beach west of Mushroom Reef, Flinders Ocean Beach (within Mornington Peninsula NP).  Please do not approach the slip.

Fingal BBQs Temporarily Out of Service

The Fingal BBQs are temporarily out of service due to an electrical fault.  We apologise for any inconvenience.  This will be rectified as soon as possible.  

Gunnamatta 2nd carpark temporary closure 27 Oct - 21 Nov

Gunnamatta 2nd carpark and beach access ramp closed while upgrade works are underway. The works will include the construction of a new sealed access ramp through to the beach, as well as upgrades to paths from the carpark and SLSC club for improved accessibility and safety. Visitors will still be able to access the beach and walking trails from 1st carpark. 

Fox Control Underway

Parks Victoria are undertaking fox control in Mornington Peninsula National Park from Portsea Ocean Beach to Greens Bush to relieve predation of vulnerable and threatened native fauna. 

Programs involve the use of cage and soft jaw leg hold traps, Canid Pest Ejectors with para-aminopropiophenone (PAPP) poison and buried PAPP poison, to bait foxes in strategic locations. Short track sections may be closed to isolate works (secondary tracks only). 

Fox trapping and baiting will occur until October 2026.

Dogs are prohibited from entering Mornington Peninsula National Park. If pets are suspected of having consumed a PAPP bait during the baiting period, a vet should be consulted immediately. An antidote to PAPP (methylene blue) is available and stocked by many vets on the Mornington Peninsula.

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