Picnic Bay (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

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Picnic Bay (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

Picnic Bay is a great place to explore intertidal rockpools, beachcomb or enjoy a swim. A short, steep track leads from the carpark to the beach. Stop at the lookout for stunning views of the offshore islands.

Visitor Tips. Please note that this beach is not patrolled. Toilet available in the carpark.

How to get there

Picnic Bay (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

Facilities

Toilets

Carpark

Need to know

Picnic Bay (Wilsons Promontory National Park)

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.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

No dogs, cats, pets allowed
No bicycles
No firearms allowed
No camping
No horses
No fires permitted
No drones without a permit
No generators

Warnings

Water hazards
Rough Surf

Strong currents

Submerged obstacles
Terrain hazards
Slippery rocks

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

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.

Stockyard Campground Closed

Stockyard Campground closed to campers. Bookings for camping at Tidal River can be made online.

Closure - Little Oberon Bay walking track (Norman Beach to Oberon Bay)

Little Oberon Bay walking track is closed between Norman Beach and Oberon Bay, until further notice while track maintenance works are completed. Oberon Bay Campsite is only accessible via Telegraph Saddle.

Park Closure - Sunday 13th August, 5pm to Friday 18th August, 8am 2023

Wilsons Promontory National Park will be closed between 5pm Sunday 13th August and 8am Friday 18th August 2023 to undertake park management and conservation programs.