Point Lonsdale Jetty extends into the clear turquoise waters of Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park on the Bellarine Peninsula. This historic wooden pier, first built in the 1890s, offers excellent shore-entry snorkelling around its pylons and the adjacent rocky reef. At low tide, nearby rock pools reveal a diverse array of marine life, while the jetty itself provides a sheltered vantage point for exploring the shallows. Part of the Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park, the area is well known for its clear summer waters and easy access from the beach.
Point Lonsdale Jetty
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Wave Height 0.4 mSwell Period 12 sWind Speed 20 knPrecipitation 27 mmTidal Phase flood
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Moderate risk: Rip Currents at The Rip
Strong tidal currents flowing through the nearby entrance to Port Phillip Bay (The Rip) can create unpredictable surge conditions around the jetty, especially during outgoing tides.
Low risk: Boat Traffic
The jetty is an active fishing pier with boat traffic in the area. Snorkellers should stay aware of vessels and avoid swimming into the boat lane.
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Entry
Point Lonsdale Jetty is located at the end of Point Lonsdale Road on the Bellarine Peninsula, approximately 1.5 hours south of Melbourne via the M1 and Bellarine Highway. Follow signs to Point Lonsdale township; the pier entrance is at the southern end of Point Lonsdale Road.
Parking & facilities
Large carpark available at the end of Point Lonsdale Road, directly adjacent to the pier. Ample free parking within 50 metres of the jetty entrance.
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Free entry. Part of Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park — no admission fee.
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