Flinders Jetty (Flinders Jetty, The Waters of Western Port Bay)

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Flinders Jetty (Flinders Jetty, The Waters of Western Port Bay)

Flinders Jetty is located at the point where Western Port meets Bass Strait and has great views across Western Port to Phillip Island. The jetty is currently utilised for promenading, recreational fishing, diving, and swimming and also serves as a base for commercial aquaculture and fishing activities.

This area is popular for sailing, fishing, and other water sports. Nearby Bass Park offers barbeques, walking trails and a playground.

Flinders Jetty is an iconic Victorian dive site and is arguably the easiest place in the world to find one of Australia’s most iconic marine creatures, the Weedy Sea dragons and a wide range of marine fauna can be found here.

Jumping and diving off the jetty and other structures is prohibited for public safety. There are shallow areas and often unexpected submerged objects

Ensure dogs are kept on lead at all times and clean up after your dog.

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Flinders Jetty (Flinders Jetty, The Waters of Western Port Bay)

Need to know

Flinders Jetty (Flinders Jetty, The Waters of Western Port Bay)

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

Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

Boating zones apply
No jumping or diving off piers or jetties
Speed restrictions apply
Fees apply
Load, weight restrictions

Warnings

Water hazards
Shallow water

Rough Surf

Strong currents

Submerged obstacles

Deep water
Terrain hazards
Slippery surface
Animals and pests
Stingers

Sharks

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.

Temporarily closer to berthing - timber northern inner landing

Following an inspection of Flinders Pier, three piles on the timber northern inner landing were identified as being in very poor condition, having further deteriorated since the last inspection.

As such Parks Victoria has temporarily closed the timber northern inner landing of Flinders Pier for berthing.

Pedestrian and fishing access will be maintained on the timber northern inner landing, and berthing is still available at the northern concrete landing and the timber southern lower landing.

We are monitoring the pier for any further deterioration so we can continue to keep visitors safe.

Apologies for any inconvenience during this time. We look forward to restoring berthing access and welcoming you back.

Publications

Western Port Recreational Boating Guide (4,019KB)