Gunnamatta Beach (Mornington Peninsula National Park)

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Gunnamatta Beach (Mornington Peninsula National Park)

The fierce swells and consistent breaks of Gunnamatta Beach make it a world-class surfing destination. Deep gutters in the sandy bottom are great for fishing. Wander along the vast coastline taking in the spectacular scenery including the rugged cliffs towards Cape Schanck.

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Gunnamatta Beach (Mornington Peninsula National Park)

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Gunnamatta Beach (Mornington Peninsula National 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

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

No drones without a permit
No horses
Speed restrictions apply
No fires permitted
No dogs allowed
No camping
No firearms allowed
No generators
Boating zones apply

Warnings

Water hazards
Rough Surf

Strong currents

Submerged obstacles

Shallow water

Deep water
Animals and pests
Stingers

Snakes

Sharks
Terrain hazards
Uneven ground

Slippery rocks

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.

Gunnamatta Ocean Beach Staircase from Main Carpark to Beach Closed Until Further Notice

Due to significant storm swell the staircase to the beach from the main carpark at Gunnamatta Ocean Beach is closed until further notice as it is unsafe. The footings on part of the structure are no longer connected to the ground and there is a 2+ meter drop from both stairs. A sand cliff edge has also formed. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Gunnamatta Ocean Beach Main Carpark stairs access closed

This Summer, alternative beach access is available via the first carpark or the Gunnamatta Lifesaving Club rescue vehicle track which is located further east.

Due to significant storm damage, access to Gunnamatta Beach from the Main Carpark is closed for safety reasons. Recent storm and swell has caused severe erosion, undermined the footings of the stairs and created a hazardous two metre plus drop. We’re currently working through solutions but need to wait for the conditions to stabilise before action can be taken.

In the meantime, for your safety, please avoid the closure area and adhere to all posted signage.

Severe weather and storm damage has impacted many parks across Victoria with an unprecedented level of damage incurred over the past 12 months. Parks Victoria rangers and contractors are working hard to address this closure along with many others across the region. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to address the damage.

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 June 2025.

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 most vets on the Mornington Peninsula.

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.

London Bridge Toilet Closure

The London Bridge toilet facility is temporarily out of service. The nearest public toilets are located at Portsea Ocean Beach area or Portsea Pier.

Mushroom Reef Toilet Closure Flinders Ocean Beach

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