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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Portsea Back Beach (Surf) – South End Back Beach Rd, Portsea, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean, Beach, and Natural POI
Disabled Access: Yes
‘Portsea Back Beach’ lies within the parameters of the ‘Mornington Peninsula National Park’ which runs all along the surf coast from just west of ‘London Bridge‘ to beyond Cape Schank.  Arriving at the first car park as you enter the National Park, atop a hill, the views are breathtaking !!!  A 360° panorama greets you with the most enormous views across Bass Strait Read more…

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Portsea Front Beach (Bayside) – W E Newton Reserve, 3782 Point Nepean Rd, Portsea, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean, Beach, and Natural POI
Strolling along the sand, with the water lapping at your feet, the symmetry of the ripples in the sand as seen through the crystal clear water, never ceases to amaze . . . Portsea’s ‘Front Beach’ is nestled within a sandy cove named ‘Weeroona Bay’ – presumably after the paddle steamer ‘PS Weeroona‘ which once plied the waters of Port Read more…

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Blowhole Lookout – Sth End Blowhole Track, Flinders, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
The Blowhole is a spectacular site especially with a large swell as waves crash ruthlessly into a sheer rock cliff splashing metres into the sky. The views from the lookout warrant a visit all on their own, as rolling green hills fall quickly into the large blue expanse of the Bass Strait, but what really makes this spot special is Read more…

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Port Melbourne Beach – previously ‘Sandridge’, Beach St, Port Melbourne, VIC

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Category: Beach, Historical POI's 1841-1860, Historical, Natural POI, and Site | Cultural
Disabled Access: Yes
‘Port Melbourne Beach’ is the location where once international travellers would disembark their sailing ship and traipse their way along a tiny trail to the infant Melbourne.  As they arrived at the Yarra River they would be handsomely charged to cross the river via a punt. The following extract describes the experience of arriving Melbourne, Victoria pre 1849 when the first pier was Read more…

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The You Yangs (previously Wilanmarnartar, Mt Vilumnata & Station Peak) – Turntable Drv, Little River, VIC

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Category: Historical POI's 1801-1820, Historical, Mountain, Natural Landmark, Natural POI, and Site | Cultural
Pet Friendly: Yes
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Rising sharply from the enormous flat expanse of the Werribee Plains, the mystical You Yangs are an unmistakable landmark of the western reaches of Port Phillip Bay in Victoria. This ancient solid rock formation rises so suddenly to a height of some 325 m above sea level at ‘Flinders Peak’.  Wandering up and around the You Yangs will reveal the most outstanding Read more…

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Portarlington Recreation Reserve – Nth End Point Richards Rd, Portarlington, Bellarine Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean, Beach, Forest | Bush | Reserve, Natural POI, and Swamp | Wetland
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
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Located within the historic ‘Point Richards’ precinct of Portarlington – on the northern-most tip of the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria, the ‘Portarlington Recreation Reserve’ encompasses some 340 acres of the Port Phillip Bay foreshore !! This massive area includes expansive open spaces, walking trails, cycling trails, wetlands, conservation areas, sporting grounds including football & cricket fields, netball & basketball courts, an enormous Caravan 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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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
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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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Beach – East End Beach Service Rd, Opposite 4 Point Leo Rd, Point Leo, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean, Beach, Natural POI, and River | Creek
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An exquisite beach can be accessed directly via the car park located at the end of the service road which can be found veering off the main road approximately 40 m beyond the entrance gate into Point Leo’s stunning foreshore precinct. The wide, sandy beach at this locale is sheltered from the surf.  The surf, however, is just a short walk away towards the rocky promontory.  These beaches Read more…

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Beach – East Perimeter Point Leo Ring Rd, Point Leo, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean, Beach, and Natural POI
Pet Friendly: Yes
Though Point Leo, Victoria is tiny, it packs a massive punch of unspoilt beauty. The beaches here are stunning: → from a tranquil creek and sheltered bay → to the thundering surf around the head of the rocky outcrop → to towering cliffs and long sandy beaches lined by sand dunes . . . Every which way you look, the scene is exquisitely picturesque. The Read more…

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Viewing Platform – Point Leo Ring Rd, Point Leo, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Lookout | View and Natural POI
Pet Friendly: Yes
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Located almost a third of the way down the wooden steps to the beach, a viewing platform lookout area bestows the most amazing views of the surf and stunning waters of Western Port, with Phillip Island as the backdrop . . . This lookout area is serviced by a large, gravel car park which also abuts Raws Reserve. Other facilities provided at this location 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
Disabled Access: Yes
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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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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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Beach – ‘Tyrone’, North End Tyrone Ave, Rye, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean, Beach, and Natural POI
Pet Friendly: Yes
The western end of Rye Front Beach encompasses an area that once formed part of the very first pastoral run known as ‘Tyrone’, which stretched from just beyond Cain Road to Canterbury Jetty Road.  Owen and Sarah Cain arrived at ‘Port Phillip’ in 1841 – just six years after Melbourne had been founded by John Batman.  By 1842 they had established their ‘Tyrone’ Read more…

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Rye Front Beach – North End Napier St, Rye, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean, Beach, and Natural POI
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The Rye Front Beach embraces Port Phillip Bay for the entire length of the suburb’s borders.  From jetties to cliff top lookouts, to white, sandy beaches that stretch for kilometres – all overlook the clear, sparkling waters of the bay providing immediate sanctuary from the bustling towns and suburbs behind.  The ever popular front beach is wonderful to walk year ’round, and to Read more…

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Beach – ‘Whitecliffs’, North End Whitecliffs Rd, Rye, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean, Beach, and Natural POI
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Stretching westward from the rocky outcrop known as Whitecliffs is another sandy stretch of beach upon which you could literally walk for kilometres – all the way to Sorrento, in fact, which can be seen in the distance.  The sparkling waters of Port Phillip Bay are perfect for swimming, relaxing and enjoying fun in the Sun.  And when the weather turns wild, it captivates with 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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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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Site of Collins Settlement c 1803 – Opposite 3095 Point Nepean Rd, Sorrento, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Category: Bay | Ocean, Beach, Historical POI's 1801-1820, Historical, Natural POI, Site | Cultural, and Site | Explore, Pioneer
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This stunning location possesses the fame of being the very first official attempt at a European settlement on the south-eastern coast of mainland Australia.  Lieutenant-Governor David Collins was charged with establishing a settlement in late 1803 selecting: ” . . . Sorrento, when it formed the infant penal settlement of Collins, was officially known as Sullivan Bay and Sullivan Camp, after Mr. John 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…