Stretching along 17 km of Victoria's dramatic Bass Coast, Bunurong Marine Park encompasses three standout snorkeling sites: Shack Bay, Eagles Nest, and The Oaks. Eagles Nest is a spectacular 20-metre sandstone stack rising from turquoise waters, while Shack Bay offers sheltered shore-entry snorkeling over intertidal reefs teeming with invertebrates. The Oaks provides panoramic coastal views and rocky reef terrain. The area's striking rock formations, clear waters, and accessible shoreline make it a premier Gippsland snorkeling destination.
Bunurong Marine Park (Shack Bay, Eagles Nest, The Oaks)
IntermediateMAYBE
MAYBE
Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.8 mSwell Period 12 sWind Speed 10.0 knPrecipitation 30 mmTidal Phase flood
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Moderate risk: Rough Swell Conditions
Southern Ocean swells can create rough surf and strong wave action, especially during winter and spring.
Low risk: Cold Water Temperatures
Water temperatures can be very cold (10-16°C), requiring thick wetsuits for comfort and safety.
Low risk: Changing Tides
Tidal currents can shift rapidly around the rocky headlands and reef systems, affecting entry and exit points.
Low risk: Slippery Rocks
Intertidal reef platforms and sandstone rock formations can be extremely slippery when wet.
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Entry
Located along the Bunurong Coastal Drive between Inverloch and Cape Paterson, approximately 130 km southeast of Melbourne via the South Gippsland Highway. Turn off at Inverloch and follow the coastal road to Shack Bay, Eagles Nest, and The Oaks — each has marked roadside parking and viewing areas.
Parking & facilities
Roadside parking available at pull-off areas near Shack Bay, Eagles Nest, and The Oaks along Bunurong Coastal Drive.
parking
Free entry. Bunurong Marine National Park is a no-take zone managed by Parks Victoria — no fees required.
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