Best enjoyed at sunrise or sunset, when the dunes turn rose gold, take in the views over the Vereker Range in the east and the sea to the west. This ethereal place is a stunning subject for a memorable photograph.
The good news is that the Big Drift is best when the weather is poor. Wilsons Prom ranger Jack Hutchison loves the Big Drift after it rains. “Little pools form in the dunes, some big enough to swim in,” he says. “Problem is you never know if it’s going to be warm or freezing cold. It’s a lottery!”
The walk out to the Big Drift is short, so if you’re in the Prom for a day, it’s definitely worth tackling another short walk in the northern Prom. Vereker Outlook offers a contrasting experience and another spectacular view. Little Drift arguably has better views of the Vereker Range than Big Drift. And just outside Wilsons Prom, the short walk to Shallow Inlet leads to a sheltered beach and a well-deserved swim.
Things to do
Stockyard Campground
Tidal River Campground
Mount Oberon

Norman Beach
Wilsons Promontory Northern Overnight Hikes
Wilsons Promontory Southern Circuit Overnight Hikes
Squeaky Beach
Tidal River Accommodation
Tidal River Visitor Centre

Whisky Bay
Wilsons Promontory Lightstation
Wildlife and Nature
How to get there
Big Drift Walk
When you're there
At the beginning of the Big Drift Walk, Stockyards Camp is a peaceful place to stay alongside iconic Australian animals such as kangaroos, wombats, wallabies and emus. Save yourself the half-hour drive to the more popular Tidal River and stay at this small and well-equipped campground.
Big Drift is a large area of featureless sand, which means it’s possible to get lost. Don’t wonder off too far from the trail. It is not possible to access the beach or the sea from Big Drift.
Need to know
Big Drift Walk
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.
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.
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.
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Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Stockyard Camp - Camping Unavailable
Due to on-going maintenance issues, Stockyard Campsite is currently not available for overnight camping.The area remains open for access to Big Drift.All other campsites within Wilsons Promontory National Park remain open.Sealers Cove Walking Track Closed
Sealers Cove Walking Track and Boardwalk is closed between Telegraph Saddle and Sealers Cove until further notice.Sealers Cove Campsite is only accessible via Refuge Cove which is a 25km hike from Telegraph Saddle.Little Oberon Bay Walking Track (Norman Point to Oberon Bay) Closed
Little Oberon Walking Track is closed between Norman Point and Oberon Bay until further notice due to significant erosion to the track.Oberon Bay Campsite is only accessible via Telegraph Saddle Walking Track until further notice.