9/28/2023 0 Comments Discovery park fire![]() Ocean facing beaches within nearby Mornington Peninsula National Park are patrolled by Surf Life Savers during the summer holidays at Sorrento Back Beach and Portsea Ocean Beach – look for the recommended swimming zones between the beach flags. The nearest safe swimming bay side beaches are at Sorrento or Portsea townships. Swimming is not permitted along the ocean coastline or recommended from the bay beaches of Point Nepean due to large and unexpected waves, rip currents, strong winds, swift tides, drop offs and submerged obstacles. Do not approach or feed wildlife and report any distressed, injured or aggressive animals to rangers. Whales and dolphins are sometimes seen close to shore, while seals and penguins may occasionally come out and rest on the beach. ![]() The national park is also home to native wildlife such as wallabies, echidnas, bandicoots, birds, lizards and snakes. Please remain on formed walking tracks and shared user roads when exploring. ![]() Point Nepean National Park is predominantly a natural setting with remote areas of thick bushland and sections of rugged rocky ocean coastline facing Bass Strait. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves where dogs are normally prohibited, such as national parks. Guests can contact the Parks Victoria Bookings team to discuss specific accessibility requirements prior to booking or arrival.Īssistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. ![]() However, the stretcher beds provided may not be suitable for all all-abilities guests. The campground provides dedicated accessible tents (tents 1 and 5), pathways, amenities, kitchen, picnic tables and BBQs. Please be aware of this when you make a weekend booking at Point Nepean Discovery Tents. These events can attract a high number of visitors and whilst event organisers agree to comply with noise restrictions, it may impact the camping experience in the park. Over the warmer months, Point Nepean National Park is a popular location for weekend events including community and fundraising events, craft markets and weddings. Helmets must be worn and a lock is recommended when leaving your bike. Visitors can bring their own bikes or hire them (including e-bikes) from the Quarantine Station Visitor Information Area. Cycling is permitted in the Quarantine Station Area, along Defence Road to Fort Nepean and along Coles Track which is a shared path with walkers. Nearby bayside foreshore reserves and towns host a wide range of caravan, camping and roofed accommodation options.Ĭycling is a great way to explore the many historic sights at Point Nepean National Park. Consistent with an authentic camping experience, guests are encouraged to bring their own crockery and eating utensils.Ĭampervans, caravans, camper trailers, vehicle rooftop tents and BYO tents are not permitted in the national park. There is also an outdoor barbeque and dining area perfect to prepare your favourite meal and relax after a day of national park adventures. Guests are required to bring their own pillows, linen/sleeping bag, chairs, torch, toiletries and personal items.Īll guests have access to a camp kitchen fitted with a stove, fridge, toaster, kettle, microwave, pots, pans and cooking utensils with preparation benches and washing up sinks. Tents are fitted out with stretcher beds, mattresses and some basic storage for personal belongings. The campground area features two and four person sites, as well as amenities including hot showers, toilets, and a fully equipped camp kitchen with an outdoor dining area and BBQ’s. The standing‐height tents are fixed to timber platforms and include basic camp furniture. The pre-pitched Discovery Tents at Point Nepean National Park are available from September to April each year (extended to 12 June 2023).
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