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Ocean Grove Beach to Barwon Heads

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Australia

Victoria

Ocean Grove Beach to Barwon Heads

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Ocean Grove Beach to Barwon Heads

02:17

8.86km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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98 m

Ocean Grove Beach

Highlight • Beach

Ocean Grove Beach is a long and wide stretch of sandy coastline that extends roughly two kilometres along the Bellarine Peninsula, backed by rolling dunes. This beach is a popular destination for surfers due to its moderate waves and seasonal lifeguard patrols, with ample parking access and plenty of picnic areas. With less wave energy than the surrounding exposed coasts, this beach is ideal for swimming, surfing, and walking, making it a fantastic family-friendly choice, especially in the summer.

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3.12 km

Barwon River

Highlight • River

Barwon River flows through Victoria to meet the sea at Barwon Heads, forming a wide estuary that separates Ocean Grove from its neighbouring town. It’s calm, tidal waters are ideal for canoeing, boating, fishing, and paddleboarding, with plenty of shady spots along the foreshore. The river connects inland wetlands and Lake Connewarre to the coast, creating an important ecological waterway and a popular local recreation spot.

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4.38 km

Barwon Heads Bluff

Highlight • Viewpoint

Barwon Heads Bluff is a prominent coastal headland overlooking the confluence of the Barwon River and Bass Strait, offering beautiful sweeping views of the ocean, river, and surrounding coastline. This area is part of the Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary, where rock platforms and reefs support diverse marine life that are exposed at low tide for exploration. The walking tracks around the bluff offer fantastic panoramic views, and if you’re here during the right time of year (May to July and September to November), you’ll have a chance to spot migrating whales offshore.

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8.86 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.66 km

191 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.77 km

3.69 km

698 m

645 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 12 July

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76 %

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