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WHAT TO DO IN
VENUS BAY
THINGS TO DO
Indulge in the Wonders
Venus Bay is a lovely coastal village only a 2 hour drive from Melbourne. The majestic Cape Liptrap Coastal Park borders the entire Venus Bay region, making it a haven for native wildlife including birds, wombats, kangaroos and echidnas. Boasting 26km of pristine beaches, it is the perfect place for relaxing, walking, fishing or fun beach-play with the family. Below are some of our favourite things to do when at Venus Bay.
Beaches
Venus Bay boasts 5 beautiful surf beaches which seem to go on forever. Perfect for an early morning walk or take in a breathtaking sunset. During peak time the Venus Bay No. 1 Beach is patrolled by the local surf lifesaving club during the summer months so take care when swimming at unpatrolled beaches. You may also like to venture to Walkerville South which has a lovely little bay beach with rock pools and little sandy coves to explore.
Walking
A variety of coastal walks exist along the shoreline between Venus Bay and Waratah Bay as well as around Anderson Inlet where sheltered trails can lead you to the pristine wetlands and sandy coves. Take in the rugged beauty of remote sections of the coast, most of which is accessible only by foot.
Bike Riding
The streets of Venus Bay are fairly flat and therefore great for bike riding if you like to ride your bike. There is new bike track of approx. 5km leading from Venus Bay and winds along the Tarwin River to the next small town – Tarwin Lower, with fishing and picnicking spots along the way.
Playgrounds
There are several Venus Bay playgrounds the kids will love exploring. Jupiter Park is the main playground situated on Jupiter Boulevard, the main street of Venus Bay. It has a full range of facilities including colourful play equipment, sheltered picnic area with table and BBQ, basketball court, grassed areas and public toilets. Another lovely playground, which includes a wooden ship, can be found at the end of Fishermans Road next to the jetty which also has undercover picnic tables and BBQ. Take the kids to the bird hide to spot the local seabirds as they look out over the salt water marshes.
Golfing
The beautiful Leongatha Golf Course is located less than 30 mins from Venus Bay. Rated in the top 100 public access courses in Australia, the 18 holes are varied and challenging. No matter the number of players, the course retains a sense of quiet seclusion with terrain flanked by natural bushland. The club house has fresh bar food available and bar facilities.
Fishing
Venus Bay is a local favorite for fishing - whether you cast from the surf, try the Tarwin Lower River boardwalks, or launch from the Fishermans Jetty boat ramp. The area has a great pier, playground, and picnic spots, with birdlife and views of the inlet. Anderson Inlet’s sheltered waters offer plenty of fish, and you’ll find everything you need at the Venus Bay fishing shop, including licenses and bait.
eating out
Explore the food Venus Bay has to offer
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