Mallacoota’s signature turquoise coastline and unique rock formations (complete with a sea cave) continue to shine at Secret Beach.

Just a 9 minute drive south of Mallacoota, this small yet pristine cove stretches for about a kilometre, peppered with rock formations. Yours might be the only footprints on the sand. A highlight is the hidden sea cave, only accessible at low tide. Walk left (north) from the beach entrance to find the sea cave.

For those feeling more adventurous, you can walk the 8km from Betka Beach to Secret Beach, a picturesque section of the Mallacoota Coastal Walk charactised by sea views for the journey.

Patrolled: No
Hazards: Winds, rips and large high tide range
Foreshore: Flat and wide beach stretching for 1km, littered with rock formations
Boat launching: No
Activities: Swimming, surfing and fishing
Access: A short walk via steep stairs and a sandy track to the beach
Dogs: Welcome on lead
Secret Beach Mallacoota man walking on beach looking toward rock formations beanie

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Mallacoota view over inlet toward beaches turquoise waters

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Expect lazy days spent beachside in this relaxed and largely undeveloped coastal town, blessed by the fishing and boating gods.

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