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Flinders Jetty (Flinders Jetty)
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.
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)
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Flinders Jetty (Flinders Jetty)
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
- No jumping or diving off piers or jetties
- Boating zones apply
- Fees apply
- Load, weight restrictions
- Speed restrictions apply
Warnings
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Water hazards
- Deep water
- Rough Surf
- Shallow water
- Strong currents
- Submerged obstacles
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Animals and pests
- Sharks
- Stingers
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Terrain hazards
- Slippery surface
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.
Stay safe this summer around jetties and piers
Jumping and diving off piers and other structures is prohibited for public safety, be sure to observe all safety signage and barriers. Water depth under piers and jetties changes frequently with tide action. Jumping or diving into shallow water can lead to life-changing injuries and/or permanent disability. Always heed warning signs and advice even if you are not planning to go in the water and be aware of changing weather conditions.
