Guidebook for Merricks Beach
Entertainment & Activities
fantastic for a winter escape, best to book for a time in the early evening to avoid the crowds and enjoy some relaxing time exploring the recently extended park - we went on a Sunday and it wasn’t busy
830 locals recommend
Peninsula Hot Springs
140 Springs Lnfantastic for a winter escape, best to book for a time in the early evening to avoid the crowds and enjoy some relaxing time exploring the recently extended park - we went on a Sunday and it wasn’t busy
great for a walk along the bass straight to admire the power of the ocean and see people surfing
58 locals recommend
Gunnamatta Ocean Beach
great for a walk along the bass straight to admire the power of the ocean and see people surfing
one of my favourite spots, a small cove with a number of breaks for surfing, 10’ drive or a 5km walk along the beach. You can hire a board from the local store but best to bring your own as rental prices are high.
Point Leo Beach
one of my favourite spots, a small cove with a number of breaks for surfing, 10’ drive or a 5km walk along the beach. You can hire a board from the local store but best to bring your own as rental prices are high.
Parks & Nature
1’ hour drive, is great for walking and exploring the history of the peninsula and the bunkers buried into the cliffs. Great views across the bay with lots of fresh air.
144 locals recommend
Point Nepean National Park
Ochiltree Road1’ hour drive, is great for walking and exploring the history of the peninsula and the bunkers buried into the cliffs. Great views across the bay with lots of fresh air.
Cape Schanck Lighthouse Reserve
420 Cape Schanck RdMornington Peninsula National Park
Cape Schanck Roadis great in summer with lots of rock pools and picturesque wild scenery
57 locals recommend
Sorrento Back Beach
is great in summer with lots of rock pools and picturesque wild scenery
Wineries - food & wine
Port Phillip Estate
263 Red Hill RdThey have a great for pino noir
Foxeys Hangout
795 White Hill RdGreat for any chardonnay lovers
Merricks General Store
3460 Frankston - Flinders Rd5' minute drive with plenty of treats and great coffee
Sightseeing
a hidden gem, 30’ walk from the carpark, ideal for a small hike to the beach or spend a few hours over summer. Don’t forget to check out the rock pools on the right side of the distinct rock in the water
71 locals recommend
Bushrangers Bay
Bushrangers Bay Walking Tracka hidden gem, 30’ walk from the carpark, ideal for a small hike to the beach or spend a few hours over summer. Don’t forget to check out the rock pools on the right side of the distinct rock in the water
Arthurs Seat Eagle
1085 Arthurs Seat Rdgreat spot to enjoy views across the bay