All Natural POI

The following is a comprehensive list of Natural Points of Interest (POI’s) available to the Public for their Enjoyment & Well-being. The Category of Natural POI is defined as being Things to See & Attractions that are Naturally occurring in the Environment.
Sub Categories Include: Bay | Ocean, Beach, Forest | Bush / Reserve, Lake | Lagoon | Estuary, Lookout | View, Mountain, Natural Landmark, River | Creek, Swamp / Wetland & Waterfall.



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The Junction of the Tambo & Timbarra Rivers – Double Bridges, Gippsland, VIC

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Category: Forest | Bush | Reserve, Natural POI, and River | Creek
For the more adventurous, confident and capable of venturing onto rough dirt tracks, and, for those equipped with a 4 x 4, this area is a beautiful example of the real Australian Bush.  Playgrounds Road runs along a ridge bestowing views across the mountains, valleys and rivers.  Diverting down another trail, the track begins to descend rather rapidly, and then the unspoiled beauty, peace Read more…

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The Bluff Lookout – Eagle Point, Gippsland, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
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A short diversion ascending a service road from Rivermouth Road, will reveal the most stunning views across fields, mountain ranges, the infamous silt jetties, rivers and lakes.  Perched high above the Mitchell River is the elevated vantage point known as ‘The Bluff” at Eagle Point in Victoria.  The Mitchell River feeds into the Gippsland Lakes forming the longest silt jetties Read more…

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Beach – ‘Sunset Cove’, West End of Sunset Dve, Paynesville, Gippsland, VIC

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Category: Beach, Lake | Lagoon | Estuary, and Natural POI
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The sheltered, sandy beach at ‘Sunset Cove’ in Paynesville, Victoria, is the perfect spot to swim, kayak, wind surf, sunbath, read a book or just relax . . . The backdrop of the treed escarpment set against the tranquil waters and white sands is breathtaking.  Park facilities located at the beach include barbeques, picnic tables, drinking water, rubbish bins and a playground for the Read more…

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The Rip – Port Phillip Bay, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean, Natural Landmark, and Natural POI
‘The Rip’ is defined as the narrow passage that joins Bass Strait to Port Phillip Bay in Victoria, Australia. The notorious and infamous waters of ‘The Rip’ are known to mariners around the world and still impart dread into captains and their crews . . . In 1802 the earliest explorers, who within 10 weeks of each other, dared enter this treacherous stretch Read more…

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Western Port, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean and Natural POI
Though only a relatively small neck of land is all that separates Western Port from Port Phillip, the landscapes that surrounds these two bays are vastly different. Much of Port Phillip Bay is lined with sandy beaches, the bay is unobstructed & open, generally very shallow, and it comprises of only one tiny entrance into Bass Strait. Western Port, on Read more…

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Dromana Beach – Dromana Foreshore, North End Carrigg St, Dromana, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean, Beach, and Natural POI
Pet Friendly: Yes
The beautiful beaches of Port Phillip Bay on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula never disappoint.  Long sandy stretches lined with the iconic and colourful boat houses cause you to quickly forget the metropolis that lies just behind the dunes . . . The beaches at Dromana are stunning – looking along the Peninsula foreshore and then, across the bay to see Melbourne, and the Read more…

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Port Phillip Bay, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean, Historical, Natural POI, and Site | Cultural
” . . . The Lady Nelson, under Lieutenant Murray, was the first ship to enter the bay of Port Phillip.  On 5th January 1802, Mr. Murray was driven from the Heads by a storm, after having noticed that there was a practicable entrance.  Mr. Bowen, his mate, however, safely entered in the vessel’s launch, and the ship was able 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
Disabled Access: Yes
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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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Mount Cooroora – Tuchekoi National Park, Pomona, QLD

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Category: Lookout | View, Mountain, Forest | Bush | Reserve, and Natural POI
Mount Cooroora, located in Pomona, Queensland, is a prominent escarpment that juts out of the surrounding landscape and dominates all that surrounds it. With its striking vertical inclines rising to 439 m above sea level, one has to question how it came to be ? . . . In fact, Mt Cooroora was once within a volcano vent – some 20-30 Read more…

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Ricketts Pond – ‘Seawinds Gardens’, Arthurs Seat State Park, Arthurs Seat, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Lake | Lagoon | Estuary and Natural POI
Disabled Access: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Even during the depths of Summer, when the rains have evaded the area for many hot months, this particular precinct of Seawinds Gardens presents with green lawns, welcome shelter from the huge exotic trees, and, the serenity and tranquility of ‘Ricketts Pond’ which produces stunning mirror images of the flora that encircles it. It is amazing, the difference that a body of water Read more…

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Matthew Flinders Cairn c 1802 – Arthurs Seat, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Historical POI's 1801-1820, Historical, Lookout | View, Site | Memorial, Monument, Natural POI, and Site | Explore, Pioneer
A large, impressive monument together with a viewing area marks the spot where Matthew Flinders first observed Port Phillip from a height.  From this location he noted the bay’s characteristics and landmarks – naming what is now known as the Bellarine Peninsula “Indented Head”.   The location is surrounded by a beautiful She-Oak woodland, and is accessed via stunning pathways that lead to Read more…

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Rock Pools – Bridgewater Bay, Blairgowrie, Mornington Peninsula, Vic

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Category: Natural Landmark and Natural POI
The Rock Pools at Bridgewater Way are some of the best on the Mornington peninsula situated on the back beach in Blairgowrie there is plenty to explore. There are rock pools of all varieties and scales, some populated by seaweed, some with sandy bottoms and some deep enough to swim in, there really is something for everyone. For those adventurous types you could Read more…

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Boardwalk Views – Western Pde, Point Leo, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Walking along the northern end of Western Parade in Point Leo, a cliff top boardwalk which continues further with a walking trail, reveals the most breathtaking views across Western Port.   Seating along the boardwalk encourages a pause, to take in the views.  A little further along, picnic tables nestled amidst the vegetation are also perfectly positioned to make the most of this Read more…

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The Office – ‘Tibir Street’, South End of Mungala Cres, Blairgowrie, Mornington Penisula, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean, Beach, Lookout | View, and Natural POI
‘The Office’ is a wonderful view point looking across the iconic surf break known as ‘Tibir Street’.  Located along the ‘Peninsula Coastal Walk’, it provides the perfect opportunity to sit for a moment and enjoy the smell of the sea, the view of the wild, natural ocean before you, and, watch the surfers relishing the sport they love . . . Read more…

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Capture the Views – McMillan St at Wellsford St Intersection, Stratford, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
Traversing the streets and walking trails of Stratford, Victoria, the views and landscapes are breathtaking.  The river flats of the Avon River extend as far as the eye can see – escarpments, fields, bush, farms, sparkling river waters, mountains . . .  Even during the heat of Summer the fields look green . . . The history of the town Read more…

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Corsair Rock – Western Extremity, Point Nepean National Park, Portsea, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Natural Landmark and Natural POI
To mariners, ‘Corsair Rock’ is the infamous and terrifying rocky outcrop situate off the eastern side of Port Phillip Heads.  The large, submerged rock is covered by some 3 m of water and has been the cause many shipwrecks. When Matthew Flinders dared enter the narrow passage into Port Phillip Bay during his tour of discovery in 1802, he wrote: Read more…

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Back Beach – Bundjalung National Park, Iluka, NSW

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Category: Beach and Natural POI
Iluka’s Back Beach is a small stretch of beach, which provides a real remote feel as you walk through Bundjalung National Park and come out to the beautiful view of the Back Beach. The Back Beach is within walking distance of Frazers Reef from the south and Woody Head from the north. Helpful Hints: – Some 4.5 km from Town Centre – obtain Directions Read more…

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Raws Reserve – Point Leo Ring Rd, Point Leo, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Forest | Bush | Reserve, Natural POI, and Swamp | Wetland
Disabled Access: Yes
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‘Raws Reserve’ covers an area of approximately 18.5 acres incorporating walking trails, wetlands, expansive lawn areas, picnic facilities, playground, car parking, and amenities.  With the beach just beyond the trees where all manner of water activities can be pursued, this cliff top reserve is just perfect to enjoy a day out – no matter what the weather or surf may be Read more…

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Views across the Mighty Snowy River to the Ocean – Marine Pde, Marlo, Gippsland, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
This cliff top vantage point in Marlo, Victoria, delights in views across the tranquil waters of the mighty Snowy River Estuary, to the sand dunes and pounding ocean of Bass Strait just beyond . . . Fishing, boating, surf fishing, kayaking, picnics on the sand dunes, children splashing in the water – all are enjoying the stunning surrounds of Marlo. A delightful walking Read more…

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Viewing Platform – ‘Bill Fraser Park’, Torquay, Hervey Bay, QLD

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Category: Lookout | View, Natural POI, Amenities & Facilities, and Shelter | Pavilion
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
This Viewing Platform offers exquisite views out, across Hervey Bay, where one can watch a bundle of activity – with people kayaking, sailing, jet skiing, walking, and many, many, other activities.  A perfect spot to sit down and relax with the cool ocean breeze, whilst being amidst the trees of the beautiful ‘Bill Fraser Park‘. ‘Bill Fraser Park’ facilities include:  Public Toilets, Read more…