Accommodation in Tarwin Lower & Venus Bay, Victoria

Tarwin Lower & Venus Bay Activities & Attractions

Activities & Attractions

Bear Gully Camping
Bear Gully Camping
Bear Gully is 25kms from Tarwin Lower
Situated in Cape Liptrap Coastal Park between Cape Liptrap Lighthouse and Walkerville South has a camping ground run by Parks Victoria (Info 13 1963) Campers must be self sufficient and be aware where you camp as inclement weather is not unusual being so close to Bass Strait. Toilets are provided, dogs are not permitted in the campground or adjacent beach at any time. Stock up at Tarwin Lower or Venus Bay before heading down this area of Victoria's South Coast.

Edge Of The Earth Hair & Surf
Edge Of The Earth Hair & Surf
1/121 Jupiter Boulevard Venus Bay VIC 3956
Hair Salon
for cuts, colours, re-styles, eye brow tints, wlak ins welcome.
Surf Shop
for surf, skate, kayaks, clothing, beach accessories, beach hire accessories.

Tarwin Lower to Venus Bay Walk/Ride
Tarwin Lower to Venus Bay Walk/Ride
Commences just past the hotel in Tarwin Lower and winds around the river to Venus Bay a distance of some 5km one way.
The track has an excellent firm surface taking you past many fishing spots on the banks of the river, BBQ's and picnic areas.

Cape Liptrap Lighthouse
Cape Liptrap Lighthouse
Cape Liptrap Lighthouse is situated in Cape Liptrap Coastal Park 25 kilometres from Tarwin Lower. The lighthouse which is still in operation is 300 ft above sea level and was established in1913 to improve the safety of coastal shipping.
Magnificent views across Bass Strait.

Bunurong Surfing Spots
Bunurong Surfing Spots
Cape Paterson Road Inverloch VIC 3996
Inside: All Tides
Suicide: High Tide
Eagles Nest: High Tide
Shack Bay: High or Low Tide
Twin Reefs: Low Tide
The Oaks: All Tides
For up to date information re the best waves in the area contact the team at Serious Surf in Williams Street Inverloch.

Broadbeach Health Club
Broadbeach Health Club
5 Lindsey Close Inverloch VIC 3996
Heated indoor pool, outdoor pool, tennis court,
steam room, fully equipped gym, spa,
hairdresser, massage, aqua classes
beauty treatments, myotherapy.
Accommodation available.

Nest Giftware and Gallery
Nest Giftware and Gallery
64 Cashin Street Inverloch VIC 3996
Nests are woven together with a twig from here, a feather from there. Every piece is carefully selected and has a different story to tell. Our Nest is located in Cashin Street Inverloch (behind DIRTY THREE WINES) and is about bringing together the most beautiful goods for you to select for your own nest, many of which have been sourced from local talented artists and artisans. Let let us show you their stories...

Venus Bay 5 Beaches
Venus Bay 5 Beaches
26kms of magnificent, unspoilt sandy beaches. For the location of the 5 Venus Bay beaches go to Local Map.
Beach 1: is located just past the shops via Surf Drive. Large carpark, public toilets and showers, kiosk, patrolled summer Holidays.
Beach 2: Via Inlet View Road, walk through dunes to beach.
Beach 3: Via Canterbury Road. Small car park.
Beach 4: Via Zenner Drive 2nd Estate. Small Car Park.
Beach 5: Via Atherton Drive 2nd Estate. Small Car Park.
Only Beach 1 is patrolled so be aware of conditions if swimming at any other beach.

Fishing/Fishing Charters

Local Boat Ramps
Local Boat Ramps
There are four boat launching facilities for Anderson Inlet.
Inverloch Boat Ramp larger boats are advised to enter from the Esplanade (charges apply).
Mahers Landing provides good access but does require a person to hold the boat whilst parking the car and boat trailer.
Fishermans Jetty Venus Bay boats to 14 foot can comfortably access the inlet 2 hours either side of the tide.
Tarwin River boat ramp is best 4 hours either side of the high tide, but access to the inlet can be limited to 2 hours either side of the high tide.

Prom Country-Boat Ramps
Prom Country-Boat Ramps
Excellent all-weather and all tides ramps for boat launching and retrieval are provided at Tarwin Lower, Venus Bay, Toora, Port Welshpool and Port Albert.
Shore based fishing depends heavily on land access the most popular spots are the jetties at Tarwin Lower, Venus Bay, Port Franklin, (near Foster) Port Welshpool, Port Albert.
Port Franklin
Small fishing settlement approx 15km from Foster is a port for boats to enter Corner Inlet along the Franklin River. Local families who still live in the town have fished the Inlet for generations. The Cripps family have a fresh fish shop on the wharf. Or take a line and fish from the jetty near the Co-Op.
Corner Inlet
Large inlet off Bass Strait has many secluded beaches with foot access only. Great fishing. Launch your boat from 24 hour concrete all tides ramp at Port Welshpool.