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Portsea Pier (Local Port of Port Phillip, Portsea Pier)
Portsea pier has two platforms for visitor use, is popular with divers and is well known for sightings of Weedy Seadragons. Patchy beds of Amphibolis antarctica make this a popular calamari fishing spot with outdoor seats for convenience.
Peer into the waters from the pier to spot rays gliding along the seabed or go diving around the pier’s wooden beams to catch glimpses of rare sea creatures.
Take a seat on the historic wooden pier and enjoy a picnic while enjoying the stunning Port Phillip Bay views.
Drop a fishing line off Portsea pier and try your luck reeling in snapper or squid.
Jumping and diving off the pier 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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Portsea Pier (Local Port of Port Phillip, Portsea Pier)
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Portsea Pier (Local Port of Port Phillip, Portsea Pier)
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.
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