Picnic Bay (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

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Picnic Bay (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

Picnic Bay is a great place to explore intertidal rockpools, beachcomb or enjoy a swim. A short, steep track leads from the carpark to the beach. Stop at the lookout for stunning views of the offshore islands.

Visitor Tips. Please note that this beach is not patrolled. Toilet available in the carpark.

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Picnic Bay (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

Need to know

Picnic Bay (Wilsons Promontory 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 dogs allowed
No bicycles
No firearms allowed
No camping
No horses
No fires permitted
No drones without a permit
No generators

Warnings

Water hazards
Rough Surf

Strong currents

Submerged obstacles
Terrain hazards
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.

Tidal River Footbridge Closed

Tidal River Footbridge is closed due to safety concerns following an engineering assessment.

Pillar Point and Tidal Overlook Walking Tracks can be accessed from Lilly Pilly Gully Carpark and Squeaky Beach.

Apologies for any inconvenience.

Sealers Cove boardwalk is closed

The Sealers Cove boardwalk needs to be rebuilt, following major storm and flood damage.

This will be a major and complex project. It will replace two kilometres of boardwalk over sensitive terrain while sensitively managing the surrounding environment.

There is currently no public access to the boardwalk, and access to Sealers Cove is only possible via a 25km hike from Telegraph Saddle.

For more information, including expected timeframes for the rebuild, visit: https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/projects/eastern-victoria/sealers-cove-boardwalk-rebuild.

Wilsons Promontory National Park - Invasive Species Control Programs

Introduced species such as deer, rabbits, foxes and feral cats are all major threats to nature. Wilsons Promontory National Park is working towards pest free nature.

Targeted invasive species control programs will be in place within Wilsons Promontory National Park between June 2023 - June 2025.

Some access restrictions may apply. Please observe local signage.

No water at Oberon Bay Campground

The water tank at Oberon Bay Campground is empty, please carry sufficient water for the duration of your stay.