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• Make the most of your visit to the natural sanctuary of Wilsons Prom, by exploring its magnificent beaches, and standout walks.

• The beaches along the coast west of Wilsons Prom are applause-worthy in their own right and may offer a quieter haven away from the national park. Sandy Point, Waratah Bay and Walkerville South are fantastic options, where pristine beaches and laidback vibes are at the fore.
• Stumble across hidden delight, Agnes Falls, boasting a hefty 60m drop. The walk from the car park is short (200m) and the surrounding bushland reserve makes an ideal picnic spot.

• Walkerville South seamlessly blends a sheltered cove of crystal-clear water, rock pools and interesting rock formations with its lime kiln heritage. While the lime kilns are no longer in use, they can easily be spotted by a walk toward Walkerville North at low tide.

• Take on Gippsland’s longest rail trail, the Great Southern Rail Trail where you can take in artsy towns like Fish Creek or foodie epicentres like Meeniyan.

• Take the short walk from the car park to the Cape Liptrap Lighthouse. This vantage point over the wild ocean below is simply stunning – and high enough that you may be able to spot whales during season (May – Oct).

• The Toora Bird Hide offers a peaceful window into Corner Inlet’s wetlands, where migratory shorebirds and local birdlife gather against the backdrop of Wilsons Promontory.

• Fishing and boating lovers – head to Corner Inlet or Shallow Inlet, where the relatively sheltered waters are home to shallow channels, a network of tidal mudflats and small islands.

Make a beeline for Toora, and wander the streets of this heritage town. Make sure The Panton Store, Rare Earth Studio and Sams Patch are on your list of browsing delights, and grab lunch to go or stock up at Toora Deli to fill your picnic hamper.

Make your way into the foothills above town where picnic paradise awaits at Agnes Falls. There’s a lovely lookout on Silcocks Rd en route, taking in the coastline and mountains of Wilsons Promontory. See the impressive Agnes Falls as water powerfully cascades to the bottom of a 59 m drop. The reserve surrounding the falls is perfect for picnics – throw out your best rug, tuck into your gourmet delights and settle in with a good book.

After you’ve whiled away a couple of hours, jump back in the car and head toward Foster. Gurneys Cider is calling with their award-winning ciders from their cellar door, or even a tour of their underground cellar – the largest in the world!

If you’re more an outdoorsy person than a drinksy person, swing by the Toora Bird Hide instead, a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance. Or you can tackle a more substantial romp on the Mt Hoddle Saddle Walk (3 km/1 hour) between Foster and Fish Creek.

Stay overnight in Foster.

This is your day to explore the magic of The Prom. Stock up on picnic items and grazing delights before you depart Foster, so you'll have everything you need for your time at the national park.

Not far from the park gates, stop at the Prom Wildlife Walk (the Airstrip) to catch a glimpse of kangaroos, emus and wombats, who gather for grazing and lazing on this flat clearing.

While your legs are fresh, head straight to Mt Oberon and spend a couple of hours on your climb to the summit, rewarded with sublime views.

Spend your afternoon beach-hopping or exploring the walks. Our favourite beaches include Squeaky Beach, Whisky Bay or Norman Bay Beach. Stand out walks include Tidal River to Squeaky Beach, Tongue Point Walk and Lilly Pilly Gully Circuit.

Stay overnight in Fish Creek.

Get your arts fix in Fish Creek, browsing artist studios and specialist stores, then settle in for brunch to soak up the village vibes.

Spend the afternoon beachside. Depending on your vibe, head to:

• Walkerville South: a small bay with gentle water, great for young families. See historic lime kilns as you walk along the pristine beach. There are ample rock pools for fossicking. It’s a short drive to the Cape Liptrap Lighthouse.

• Waratah Bay: A great beach for swimming. There is surf here, but it’s relatively protected, and large swells are not expected.

• Sandy Point: This surf beach is a little more exposed. It’s great for swimming and is patrolled over summer months. The township offers up a few services and eateries.

• Venus Bay: A long ribbon of golden sand, this surf beach is very exposed. The beach is patrolled in summer months and is advised for strong swimmers only. Explore the point by foot on the 6km Point Smythe Walk blending tea tree and banksia woodlands, sand dunes and pristine stretches of beach.