Whisky Bay is a stunning little beach tucked into the coastline of Wilsons Promontory National Park in Victoria's Gippsland region, where golden sand meets vivid aqua-blue water. This sheltered cove is where Whisky Creek flows into the sea, creating a scenic pocket beach backed by rolling sand dunes and coastal vegetation. The beach features 200 m of shoreline with granite boulders at either end that form shallow reef habitats. Known for its picturesque sunset views over the ocean — a rarity on Australia's east coast — it's a popular spot for shore-entry snorkeling and diving in the Wilsons Promontory Marine Park, with clear waters and rocky reef edges to explore.
Whisky Bay
IntermediateMAYBE
MAYBE
Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.6 mSwell Period 12 sWind Speed 5.6 knPrecipitation 16 mmTidal Phase flood
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Moderate risk: Rip Currents
Whisky Bay has a rip-dominated surf zone with the sand bar often detached from the beach, creating strong rip currents.
Low risk: Moderate Surf Waves
The beach receives waves averaging 1.4 m which can create challenging conditions for inexperienced swimmers and snorkelers.
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Whisky Bay is located within Wilsons Promontory National Park in South Gippsland, Victoria. From Melbourne, take the M1 to the South Gippsland Highway through to the town of Foster, then follow the signs to Wilsons Promontory National Park. Once inside the park, follow the road past Tidal River to the Whisky Bay car park, then take the walking track alongside the creek and over the sand dunes to reach the beach.
Parking & facilities
Whisky Bay Carpark is available at the site, with a short walking track from the car park over the sand dunes to the beach.
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Wilsons Promontory National Park entry fees apply — a park pass or daily vehicle entry fee is required.
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