Venus Bay couple walking on beach with dog at sunset

Discover Venus Bay

Long stretches of golden sand make Victoria's Venus Bay a favourite for beach goers of all kinds.

Venus Bay offers sheltered waters of the spit, as well as five surf beaches with surf life saving over the summer holidays. Dramatic coastline, sandy beaches and grassy dunes whipped into submission by Mother Nature offer a superb backdrop for exploring the tiny coastal community.

There is an abundance of accommodation in Venus Bay, including a caravan park which has over 100 camping and caravanning sites. The town is flush with holiday houses, cabins and is supported by nearby hotels and motels.

Venus Bay Beach

Surfers standing on the dunes at Venus Bay

Patrolled: During summer holidays.

Hazards: Strong currents and windy at times.

Foreshore: Flat and wide, very exposed beach almost 24km long.

Activities: Surfing, walking and fishing. Swimming advisable for strong swimmers only.

Boat Launching: Boat ramp on Fishermans Road.

Access: Easy access via a short track from the Surf Club.

Playing at the foot of the sand dunes at Venus Bay

Surfer looking toward the waves at Venus Bay beach

Things to do in Venus Bay

Families can delight in the gentle, protected waters around Anderson Inlet, laying claim to Victoria’s longest sand spit. The calmer waters are also popular for boating and fishing.
For wilder waves, the tiny town boasts five epic surf beaches, named No.1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Who needs an imaginatively named beach when you have a Mecca for surfers, beach goers and kite surfers?
Walk amongst the coastal banksia and pockets of tea tree along the Point Smythe Nature Trail in the Cape Liptrap Coastal Park. Many take the shaded, gravel path on mountain bike, and there are other mountain bike trails at the park which are accessible from the main track.
The easy 5km walk or ride along the Venus Bay to Tarwin Lower Shared Pathway follows the kinks of the Tarwin River.
It's a short drive to the Cape Liptrap Lighthouse where you can take a short (wheelchair and pram friendly) walk along dramatic coastline from the car park to the lighthouse.
More beach exploring awaits following the coastline to the west: check out Walkerville South, Waratah Bay and Sandy Point.
Explore the artistic town of Fish Creek, flush with galleries, studios and boutique stores.

Venus Bay Cafes and Restaurants

The Bay Gourmet & Food Store is a licensed café with a well-rounded menu of fresh baked favourites and an instore providore. Meanwhile, The Cavity is the perfect post-beach pit stop, a licensed café with a focus on fresh seafood and local produce.

In nearby Tarwin Lower, visit The Bird & Wolf Café for the friendly service, delicious brunches and towering burgers. Or stop into the Riverview Hotel, a down-to-earth country pub on the Tarwin River, boasting one of Gippsland’s most elaborate fireplaces.

Venus Bay Accommodation & Caravan Park

Venus Bay supports visitors over the summer months with a variety of accommodation options. The Venus Bay Caravan Park, just a short walk from the beach, offers camping, caravan sites and cabins. There are also holiday houses, eco retreats, a nearby motel, plus more accommodation options in nearby Inverloch.

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