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The following is a comprehensive list of Lookouts / Views offering unique perspectives of the naturally occurring landscape and are available to the Public for their Enjoyment & Well-being. The Lookouts / Views are useful for understanding the Geography & Topography of the land, and are iconic Tourist Attractions, Points of Interest & Things to See.
Lookouts / Views are a Sub Category of Natural POI.



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Matthew Flinders Lookout c 1799 – Dayman Park, Urangan, Hervey Bay, QLD

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Category: Historical POI's 1861-1880, Historical, Lookout | View, Site | Memorial, Monument, Natural POI, and Site | Explore, Pioneer
Disabled Access: Yes
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A beautiful monument located on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Hervey Bay, at Dayman Park, Urangan, Queensland, celebrates the incredible skills of Matthew Flinders during his 1799 voyage developing maps of the newly discovered ‘Terra Australis’, as well as Lieutenant Joseph Dayman’s successful navigation of the challenging ‘Great Sandy Strait’. Excerpt – Map “New Holland & Asiatic Isles” for ‘Thomsons New Read more…

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Lookout – ‘Crunchie Point’, Point Leo Ring Rd, Point Leo, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
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The lookout overlooking the north-eastern-most aspect of the Point Leo promontory, enjoys fantastic views of the Western Port coastline, the bay and across to Phillip Island – a perfect vantage point from which to inspect the surf conditions, indulge in a spot of photography, or just relax and take in the picturesque scenery before you. A large, sealed car park abuts this viewing platform.  Beach Read more…

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Lookout Walkway – London Bridge, Sth End London Bridge Rd, Portsea, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
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A 125 m long ‘Lookout Walkway’ can be accessed from the southern perimeter of the ‘London Bridge Car Park‘, on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria.  Be sure to have the camera ready as the views from the many vantage points along this cliff edge walkway are outstanding.  The eastern end bestows views all the way to Cape Schanck, whereas at the Read more…

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Lookout – ‘Site of Collins Settlement c 1803’, 4 Leggett Way, Sorrento, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
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Leaving the car ahead of the entrance entitled ‘Collins Settlement 1803 – the First Official European Settlement in Victoria‘, a short stroll of only 225 m along a mostly bitumen pathway will reveal another lookout which takes in the beauty of both ‘Sullivan Bay’ and ‘Cameron’s Bight’.  Further information signage reveals the geological evolution of the area, the sunklands between the Fault Lines, of which Read more…

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Viewing Platform & Beach Access – London Bridge, Sth End London Bridge Rd, Portsea, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean, Lookout | View, and Natural POI
Disabled Access: Yes
The southern perimeter of the ‘London Bridge Car Park‘, on Portsea’s ‘Back Beach‘, provides access this viewing platform and beach access walkway, as well as to a glider launch platform and another length of pathway that embraces even more views of this stunning surfside location. This particular viewing platform provides surfers a great opportunity to observe the waves before unpacking their gear and Read more…

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Pier – Opposite 431 Charlton Esplanade, Torquay, Hervey Bay, QLD

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Category: Infrastructure | Landmark, Lookout | View, Natural POI, and Pier | Jetty
Disabled Access: Yes
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The ‘Ernie Organ Park‘ precinct features a pier which extends out onto the water bestowing tremendous views of the Hervey Bay – stretching from Point Vernon to the Urangan Pier. On a clear day, Fraser Island can also be seen in the distance.  For those with a keen eye, a lot of luck and patience, at the right time of year (July to November) you might Read more…

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JP Fawkner Lookout – ‘Site of Collins Settlement c 1803’, 4 Leggett Way, Sorrento, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
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Leaving the car ahead of the entrance entitled ‘Collins Settlement 1803 – the First Official European Settlement in Victoria‘, a short stroll of only 160 m along a mostly bitumen pathway will reveal the ‘JP Fawkner Lookout’ which overlooks a beautiful cove housing a multiple of yachts and boats, as well as a jetty. The lookout is sited at what was once know as the Read more…

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Viewing Platform – Opposite 536 Charlton Esplanade, Urangan, Hervey Bay, QLD

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
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Set on top of a groin which stretches into the sea, this ‘Viewing Platform’ bestows tremendous views across the stunning Hervey Bay – stretching from Point Vernon to your left, to, the historic Urangan Pier and Fraser Island to your right.  One can really appreciate the length of the ‘Urangan Pier’ from this vantage point – as it stretches 868 m out into the Read more…

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Viewing Platforms – Middle Car Park, Portsea Back Beach (Surf) – Portsea Ocean Beach Access Upper Rd, Portsea, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
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Two viewing platforms are located at either end of the ‘Middle Car Park‘ at Portsea’s ‘Back Beach‘ on the Mornington Peninsula.  Though they are only some 30 m above sea level, the views are amazing.  For surfers, they are perfect to observe the waves – for visitors, the panoramas are so big and beautiful, they are literally breathtaking.  Bench seats are provided on which to Read more…

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Viewing Platform – Lower Car Park, Portsea Back Beach (Surf) – Portsea Ocean Beach Access Lower Rd, Portsea, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
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A large viewing platform is located directly adjacent to the Lower Car Park and public toilet facilities at Portsea’s ‘Back Beach‘ on the Mornington Peninsula.  It provides the perfect opportunity for those unable to make their way down to the sand, to absorb the wonderful views of the surf beach at Portsea , whilst all the way breathing in that wonderful fresh sea Read more…

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Osprey Viewing Platform – Opposite 517 Charlton Esplanade, Urangan, Hervey Bay, QLD

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
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Atop a groin which stretches into the sea, a walkway and viewing platform provide tremendous views of Hervey Bay – stretching all the way from Point Vernon to the west, to, the magnificent Urangan Pier and Fraser Island, to the east. As well as the views, there is a tall landing platform for the magnificent Osprey that frequent the area.  Watching them glide, seemingly effortlessly, through the air – Read more…

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Murrays Lookout c 1802 – Arthurs Seat Rd, Arthurs Seat, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Located on one of the reasonably tight curves of Arthurs Seat Road, the trees suddenly open to reveal an enormous view over northern and western Port Phillip Bay.  Embarking on the trip to the summit of Arthurs Seat from Dromana, the road climbs rather steeply, at an estimated 10% gradient – some sections are of course steeper than others, and include some very tight Read more…

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Lower Car Park – Portsea Back Beach (Surf) – Portsea Ocean Beach Access Lower Rd, Portsea, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Car Park | Disabled, Car Park | Large Vehicles, Car Park, Infrastructure | Landmark, Lookout | View, and Natural POI
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The lower car park Portsea’s ‘Back Beach‘ on the Mornington Peninsula, affords a viewing area with bench seats to relax and enjoy the panoramic views of this stunning coastline.  Public toilets and outdoor showers are also provided at this locale.  Situate only some 36 m above sea level, this carpark provides shorter trip down a walkway, which includes stairs, to the beautiful beach Read more…

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Arthurs Seat Summit Lookout – Opposite 791 Arthurs Seat Rd, Arthurs Seat, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View, Mountain, Natural Landmark, and Natural POI
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Located atop the summit of Arthurs Seat, a large stone edged platform commands immense views across Port Phillip Bay to Melbourne, Mt Dandenong, the Mornington Peninsula, and, a little further eastward, across to Western Port. Bordering on the Arthurs Seat State Park, picnic and park facilities are a plenty, as well as rest rooms.  For those wishing for a more formal eatery, a restaurant Read more…

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Truck Parking Area Views – Burnett Hwy, Mundowran, QLD

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Category: Lookout | View, Natural POI, Picnic Table, Amenities & Facilities, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Shelter, Rest Area (RA), and Shelter | Pavilion
Disabled Access: Yes
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Longitude:  151.311537      Latitude:  -25.573371 Travelling along the beautiful stretch of road between Eidsvold and Mundubbera in Queensland, a Truck Parking Area provides the perfect opportunity to take a moment to savour the views – breathtaking !! Rolling hills that expand in every direction – the peace and tranquility – as the Burnett Highway is not overly busy . . . Read more…

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Upper Car Park Lookout – Portsea Back Beach (Surf) – Portsea Ocean Beach Access Lower Rd, Portsea, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
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Located just a short 30 m walk from the Upper Car Park at Portsea’s ‘Back Beach’, this lookout will delight in the enormous and outstanding views of the Bass Strait coastline along Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula.  For the surfers, it is a great spot to observe how the waves are breaking before taking the trek down to the beach . . . Breathtakingly Beautiful !!! Read more…

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Seawinds Gardens – Arthurs Seat State Park, Arthurs Seat, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Community | Public Space, Lookout | View, Mountain, Forest | Bush | Reserve, Natural POI, and Park | Garden | Reserve
Disabled Access: Yes
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‘Seawinds Gardens’ covers an enormous 84 acres of the summit region of Arthurs Seat.  Originally privately owned, the gardens still exhibit the exotic plants, trees, rock retaining walls, terracing, tree lined avenues, and infrastructure set in place by Sir Thomas and Lady Travers c 1950’s, and, the very first owner, Mr Chapman, who was a gardener employed at the ‘Heronswood’ Read more…

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McConnell Lookout & Park – Renay Robinson Dve, Dirnbir, QLD

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Category: Community | Public Space, Lookout | View, Natural POI, and Park | Garden | Reserve
Disabled Access: Yes
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For those looking for a picnic with panoramic views, then ‘McConnell Lookout’ is idyllic.  Set 356 m above sea level, the views across the valley, the township of Gayndah, the orchards and farmlands, the Burnett River, to the mountain ranges in the distance are truly breathtaking.  A viewing platform hangs on the edge, providing the best opportunity to really absorb the panorama eastward and Read more…

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Northern Lookout – ‘Seawinds Gardens’, Arthurs Seat State Park, Arthurs Seat, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
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As the name would suggest, the ‘Northern Lookout’ embraces the colossal views available from the northern face of ‘Arthurs Seat’.  Encompassing the eastern coastline of the Mornington Peninsula, Melbourne (dead ahead, some 60 km across Port Phillip Bay), Mt Dandenong to the north-east and Mt Macedon to the north-west – closer at hand, the trail to the Matthew Flinders Cairn can Read more…

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Monument to Harold Holt c 1967 – Defence Rd, Cheviot Beach, Point Nepean National Park, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Historical POI's 1961-1980, Historical, Lookout | View, Site | Memorial, Monument, Natural POI, and Site | Cultural
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The monument positioned to overlook Cheviot Beach reads: The 17th Prime Minister of Australia disappeared at this location on the 17th December 1967 – holding office for just short of 2 years from the 26th January 1966 until his disappearance . . . Incidentally, it was on this same beach in the year of 1887 that 35 lives were lost Read more…