Squeaky Beach

A child wearing a rainbow hat sits in a beach wheelchair while smiling at two adults sitting on beach towels on the sand.

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Squeaky Beach

Wilsons Promontory National Park

The famous white sand of Squeaky Beach is so named because of the noise it makes when you stroll along it. Enclosed by impressive granite boulders at either end of the beach, park locally or walk here from neighbouring Picnic Bay or Tidal River.

Take the family on a day trip to one of the best beaches in Victoria. Squeaky Beach is iconic for its squeaky white sand and turquoise water, earning it the title of the most photographed beach at Wilsons Prom.

Adults and kids will love making music as they walk along the dry sand, which makes a squeaking sound with every step. Why is Squeaky Beach squeaky? The fine, rounded grains of quartz sand compress under your feet, creating a high-pitched squeak.

Go for a swim in the clear water or catch a wave at this popular surfing spot at Wilsons Prom. Look out over the waters of Leonard Bay and see beautiful islands scattered off the coast.

To see more pristine beaches, follow the coastal track that winds its way over Leonard Point to Picnic Bay and on to Whisky Bay. Walk south to Pillar Point for panoramic coastal views out to Tidal River and Norman Bay and back to Squeaky Beach. This is one of the best walks at Wilsons Prom and is suitable for all levels, including strollers.

As beaches and coasts are natural environments, you may encounter hazards. Follow our water safety advice to make sure your day out at Squeaky Beach is a safe and enjoyable one.

Things to do

 
Mum helps her young son as he jumps off a large piece of drift wood at West Cape Beach.

Beaches

Walk white sandy beaches, swim in cool coastal waters or surf the wild waves of the Southern Ocean.
Father and son bird watching on boardwalk

Bird watching

From bushland to wetlands and everything in between, parks provide habitat to an abundance of common and rare bird species. Go for a wander and see how many you can spot.
A husband and wife stop to take a photo of Masons Falls from the lookout.

Day trips

Pack the car and round up your family and friends. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, parks offer a variety of day trips close to Melbourne.
A three year old boy leads his mum and younger brother through the forest near Grants Picnic Ground.

Family activities

Stash some supplies into a back pack and take the family out for a day trip and in only a short drive from Melbourne you can be surrounded by nature.

How to get there

Squeaky Beach

Squeaky Beach is on the western side of Wilsons Promontory National Park, north-west of Tidal River.

You can access the beach from Squeaky Beach Carpark or via short walks from Lilly Pilly Gully Carpark, Picnic Bay or Tidal River.

Squeaky Beach

When you're there

Toilet facilities are located adjacent to the carpark.

Swim with care, as Squeaky Beach is not patrolled by lifesavers.

Squeaky Beach is extremely busy during peak season. The carpark is limited in size and fills quickly. Consider walking instead and enjoy scenic views along the walking track from Tidal River.

Need to know

Squeaky Beach

Preparing for a busy summer

The Prom gets extremely busy over summer. For both visitor safety and your enjoyment, there is a limit to the number of vehicles that can be in the park. On busy summer days it can be challenging to park and safely move around popular sites like Tidal River and Squeaky Beach as cars and pedestrians often share the same roads.

If you are visiting the Prom this summer, please:

  • consider visiting the Prom during on a weekday if you can
  • carpool to and within the Prom to reduce congestion issues 
  • you may have to wait in your car, please bring food and water
  • arrive before 10am and be prepared for crowds
  • check the Prom webpage before you travel for the latest conditions
  • only bring a maximum of two vehicles per site with your camping booking – this will be monitored and enforced
  • support the park team by leaving the park when you check-out to allow space for new campers and visitors

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.

  • Yanakie Cemetery Walk (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

    Stockyard Toilet Block Closed

    The Stockyard Toilet Block is closed until further notice. 

  • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

    Wilsons Promontory Ecological Planned Burns

    Ecological burning is underway in northern areas of Wilsons Promontory National Park.

    Smoke may be visible and depending on weather conditions smoke may drift a long distance from the burn sites. 

    The following roads and walking tracks within the national park are closed: 
    • Five Mile Road
    • Wildlife Walk
    • Vereker Break
    • Vereker Outlook Walk
    • Millers Landing
    • Northern Hikes  

    Scan this QR code to learn more about how we use fire to restore habitat at Wilsons Promontory.

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    For more information contact Tidal River Visitor Centre 03 8427 2122. 

    We apologise for any inconvenience. 

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