Tucked into the deep cliffs of the Bunurong Coast, Shack Bay is a small, protected cove within the Bunurong Marine National Park that offers calm, cosy conditions ideal for snorkeling. Part of a necklace of bays between Cape Paterson and Inverloch, this spot features a sandy beach entry framed by dramatic rock platforms. Its sheltered nature means the water stays relatively flat when other Bass Coast beaches get rough, making it a go-to for families and casual snorkelers wanting to explore the rocky reef habitats just offshore.
Shack Bay (Bass Coast)
BeginnerMAYBE
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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Low risk: Rough swell conditions
Can get rough when the wind and swell pick up; best on calm days with low swell.
Low risk: Rocky reef edges
Submerged rock platforms near the shore require care when entering and exiting.
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Shore entry
Entry
Located on the Bunurong Coast between Cape Paterson and Inverloch, about 10 km west of Inverloch along the Bunurong Memorial Drive (C434). Look for the signed turn-off to Shack Bay.
Parking & facilities
Small gravel car park adjacent to the beach.
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