Two People walking at Eagles Nest Bunurong Marine Park

Bunurong Marine National Park

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The Bunurong Marine National Park is home to rocky cliffs plunging into the sea, windswept beaches, imposing headlands, sandy bays and rock pools.

The Bunurong Marine National Park is home to endless seagrass meadows and sandy bays supporting diverse cool water marine life. Expect to find the usual suspects for this part of the world: seastars, crabs, snails, zebra fish, rock lobsters and Port Jackson sharks.

Together, these parks extend along 17km of coastline between the coastal hamlets of Cape Paterson and Inverloch. Jutting from the water are fantastical rock formations, like Eagles Nest; rising like guardians watching over the hidden coves and dramatic shoreline.

Two children looking into rock pools Eagles Nest Bunurong Marine Park
Three people in the rocks Bunurong Marine Park
Family at top of steps with sign Bunurong Marine Park

Highlights of Bunurong Marine National Park

  • Make your way down windy staircases to discover your own secluded slice of paradise at Shack Bay, The Oaks and Eagles Nest.
  • Launch your boat from Inverloch or the ramp at Cape Paterson to explore the area by sea.
  • Snorkel at The Caves to see an abundance of underwater life amongst seagrass beds.
  • Surfers, head to The Oaks for a good beach break.
  • Check out the Dinosaur Dreaming site along the rocky shore at The Caves at low tide, where more than 6,000 bones, teeth and footprints from small dinosaurs have been found.
  • Keep your binoculars handy between May - October to watch the majestic humpback and southern right whales pass by the coast on their migratory journey.
  • Check out the look out points from Twin Reefs, The Oaks and Shack Bay for spectacular elevated panoramas.
  • From Cape Paterson, take the impressive Bunurong Coastal Drive which hugs the contours of the coastline for 14km to Inverloch.
Close up of children and parents looking at sea ferns and rock pools Bunurong Marine Park

Explore The Surrounds

Dirty Three Wines Inverloch people sampling wines at the bar

Inverloch

The charms of the hamlet stretch beyond its dashing coastline, with its laid-back vibe, cornucopia of eateries and sunsets that never go out of vogue.
Cape Paterson Beach family walking over rockpools with ocean in background

Cape Paterson

The small seaside town is a favourite for beach goers, surfers and divers, and a fishing hot spot.
Hicksborough Store and Cafe family walking past verandah

Wonthaggi

This bustling township has a thriving retail scene and is the place to refuel and stock up.
George Bass Coastal Walk Kilcunda person and dog walking along path with ocean and green hills

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Bass Coast Rail Trail aerial view of rider along coastal track in soft light

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