Mornington Beach sits on the calm, sheltered shores of Port Phillip Bay on the Mornington Peninsula, offering clear, shallow waters ideal for first-time snorkellers and families. The sandy beach slopes gently into the bay, with rocky edges near Schnapper Point and the pier pylons that attract colourful sponges, schooling fish, and the occasional octopus. Just a short drive from Melbourne, this is one of the most accessible snorkel spots in Victoria — a safe, protected environment where you can float weightlessly above a surprisingly vibrant underwater world.
Mornington Beach
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Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.0 mSwell Period 11 sWind Speed 2.0 knPrecipitation 39 mmTidal Phase flood
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Low risk: Boat traffic near pier
The area around Mornington Pier and Schnapper Point has recreational and fishing boat movements; stay aware and avoid swimming in marked boating lanes.
Low risk: Changing tides
Port Phillip Bay experiences moderate tidal flows that can shift you while snorkelling, especially near the pier pylons.
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Getting in
Shore entry
Entry
From Melbourne, take the M1 Monash Freeway east, exit onto the M3 Peninsula Link, then follow the M11 Nepean Highway into Mornington. Turn onto Schnapper Point Drive to reach the beachfront and pier area.
Parking & facilities
Free and paid parking available along Schnapper Point Drive and in the Mornington CBD, with over 3000 spaces nearby. Paid parking ($6.20/hr during summer) applies at Schnapper Point car park from December to February.
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Free entry. Paid parking at Schnapper Point car park during summer months.
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