Tucked away near the coastal town of Mallacoota in East Gippsland, Quarry Beach is a sheltered, crescent-shaped beach named after a disused gravel quarry that once operated here. Backed by low scrub and spotted gum forest, the beach offers clear, calm waters protected from the prevailing swell, making it ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Rocky headlands frame both ends of the beach, and the shallow sandy bottom gradually deepens, with patches of reef and seagrass attracting a variety of fish and marine life. It's a quieter alternative to the more popular Mallacoota beaches, valued for its peaceful atmosphere and natural surrounds.
Quarry Beach
BeginnerMAYBE
MAYBE
Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.3 mSwell Period 12 sWind Speed 0.7 knPrecipitation 37 mmTidal Phase slack
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Moderate risk: Unpatrolled beach
No lifeguard patrols or red-and-yellow flags. Swimmers enter at their own risk.
Low risk: Rip currents
Occasional rip currents can develop near the rocky headlands, especially after larger swells.
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Entry
Quarry Beach is located about 5 km south of Mallacoota township off the Mallacoota-Genoa Road. Turn onto Quarry Beach Road (unsealed) and follow it to the end, where a small car park provides direct beach access.
Parking & facilities
Small unpaved car park at the end of Quarry Beach Road, capacity for approximately 8-10 vehicles.
parking
Free entry. No fees required.
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