Family Things to Do

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Things to Do

The Prom Coast is a fantastic destination for families, with safe swimming beaches, wildlife, easy walking trails, playgrounds, rock pools, markets and plenty of places to explore outdoors. From a relaxing day at the beach to discovering wildlife at Wilsons Promontory, there are activities for children of all ages.

• Family Beaches – Sandy Point – Enjoy the calm, shallow waters of Shallow Inlet and the wide sandy beach, making Sandy Point a great choice for young children and families.
• Family Beaches – Waratah Bay – Spend the day swimming, building sandcastles and playing on the long sandy beach, with beautiful views towards Wilsons Promontory.
• Family Beaches – Inverloch – Choose between the sheltered waters of Anderson Inlet and the ocean beach, with plenty of space for swimming, beach games and family picnics.
• Family Beaches – Venus Bay – Explore the long sandy beaches, enjoy beach games and look for calmer swimming areas when conditions are suitable.
• Squeaky Beach – Wilsons Promontory – Let the kids experience the famous squeaky sand, explore the granite boulders and enjoy one of Victoria’s most spectacular beaches.
• Norman Beach – Wilsons Promontory – Enjoy a family beach walk and explore the beautiful sandy shoreline with the mountains of the Prom providing a spectacular backdrop.
• Tidal River – Wilsons Promontory – Explore the river, walk the easy trails, look for wildlife and enjoy a picnic in one of the Prom’s most popular family areas.
• Wilsons Promontory Wildlife – Take the family wildlife spotting and look for wombats, kangaroos, wallabies, emus and native birds throughout the national park.
• Wombat Spotting – Tidal River and surrounding areas of Wilsons Promontory are particularly well known for wombats, which can often be seen around the campground and walking areas.
• Emu Spotting – Keep an eye out for wild emus around Wilsons Promontory, particularly in open grassland and roadside areas.
• Dinosaur Fossils – Inverloch – Introduce children to Australia’s prehistoric past by discovering the fascinating dinosaur fossil history of the Inverloch coastline.
• Bunurong Environment Centre – Inverloch – Learn about dinosaurs, fossils, marine life, Aboriginal heritage and the natural environment of the Bunurong Coast.
• Rock Pools – Inverloch & Bunurong Coast – At low tide, explore rock pools and discover small fish, crabs, shells and other marine creatures.
• Rock Pools – Walkerville – Explore the rocky coastline and tidal pools around Walkerville while looking for marine life and interesting shells and formations.
• Beachcombing – Search the beaches around Sandy Point, Waratah Bay, Inverloch and Venus Bay for shells, interesting stones and other treasures washed ashore.
• Kayaking – Anderson Inlet – Take the family onto the calm waters of Anderson Inlet for a peaceful paddle and a different perspective of Inverloch’s coastline.
• Paddleboarding – Anderson Inlet – Try stand-up paddleboarding in the sheltered inlet waters when conditions are calm and suitable.
• Fishing with the Family – Try an easy afternoon of fishing from the beach, jetty or inlet around Inverloch, Sandy Point, Waratah Bay and Port Welshpool.
• Beach Fishing – Venus Bay – Set up the family fishing rods along the long beaches of Venus Bay and enjoy a relaxed day beside the ocean.
• Bunurong Coastal Drive – Take a family road trip from Inverloch to Cape Paterson, stopping at beaches, lookouts, rock platforms and scenic viewpoints along the way.
• Eagles Nest – Inverloch – Take the family to one of the region’s most spectacular coastal viewpoints and see the dramatic cliffs and ocean scenery.
• Sandy Point Foreshore – Enjoy an easy family walk along the foreshore, followed by swimming, beach games or a picnic beside Shallow Inlet.
• Waratah Bay Beach Walk – Take a relaxed walk along the wide sandy beach while enjoying views towards Wilsons Promontory.
• Inverloch Foreshore Walk – Enjoy an easy walk beside Anderson Inlet with cafés, shops, playgrounds and other amenities close by.
• Fish Creek – Explore the colourful town, browse the galleries and shops, grab something to eat and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
• Kongwak Market – Spend a Sunday browsing vintage clothing, toys, records, collectables, plants, food and other treasures while enjoying live music.
• Local Farmers Markets – Let the kids experience the atmosphere of a country market while browsing fresh produce, local food, handmade products and crafts.
• Coal Creek Community Park & Museum – Korumburra – Step back in time and explore historic buildings, machinery, displays and demonstrations at this large open-air heritage attraction.
• State Coal Mine – Wonthaggi – Take the family underground to discover what life was like for miners working in the historic Wonthaggi coalfields.
• Agnes Falls – Take an easy family outing to see Victoria’s highest single-span waterfall and explore the surrounding forest and picnic areas.
• Tarra-Bulga National Park – Explore cool temperate rainforest, giant trees and easy walking trails while looking for native birds and wildlife.
• Cycling with the Family – Explore quiet country roads, foreshore paths and easy cycling routes around Inverloch, Sandy Point, Foster and other towns.
• Picnics & BBQs – Pack a picnic or barbecue and enjoy the region’s beaches, parks, foreshore areas and scenic reserves.
• Sunset at the Beach – Finish the day with a family walk and sunset at Sandy Point, Waratah Bay or Inverloch, with plenty of space for children to play while the sun goes down.
• Family Road Trips – Link several attractions together for a day out, such as Inverloch, Cape Paterson, Wonthaggi and Venus Bay, or Fish Creek, Wilsons Promontory and Sandy Point.
• Rainy Day Activities – Head into the region’s towns for cafés, museums, galleries, markets, shopping and indoor attractions when the weather isn’t suitable for the beach.
• Explore the Country Towns – Make the towns themselves part of the adventure by visiting Foster, Fish Creek, Meeniyan, Koonwarra, Inverloch, Korumburra and Mirboo North for food, shops, galleries and local attractions.