West Cape Beach sits within the rugged Cape Conran Coastal Park on Victoria's far east coast, where the Southern Ocean swells roll onto a wide sandy beach backed by coastal heath and Banksia woodlands. This exposed beach offers decent snorkeling along the rocky headlands at its western edge, where shallow reef platforms shelter small fish and crayfish in the clear ocean water. The beach is part of the Yeerung River estuary system, with the river mouth creating a dynamic shoreline of sandbars and gutters. Best entered from the western rocks on calm days with low swell.
Cape Conran Coastal Park - West Cape Beach
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Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.2 mSwell Period 9.4 sWind Speed 9.9 knPrecipitation 43 mmTidal Phase flood
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Cape Conran Coastal Park - West Cape Beach has hazards marked as danger. Entering the water here means you may face serious risks to your personal safety.
- Southern Ocean Swells danger
Powerful ocean swells can produce strong shore breaks and rip currents, especially on the open beach.
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High risk: Southern Ocean Swells
Powerful ocean swells can produce strong shore breaks and rip currents, especially on the open beach.
Moderate risk: Rip Currents
Strong rip currents can form along the beach, particularly near the Yeerung River mouth and gutters.
Moderate risk: Changing Tides and Sandbars
Tidal movement shifts sandbars and gutters rapidly, altering entry and exit points.
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Cape Conran Coastal Park is located approximately 15 km south of Marlo on the Cape Conran Road, off the Princes Highway in East Gippsland, Victoria. West Cape Beach is accessed via the main Cape Conran access road.
Parking & facilities
Sealed carpark available near the beach with enough spaces for a busy summer day.
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Vehicle entry fee applies - check Parks Victoria website for current pricing.
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