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Much-loved natural beauties

Mornington Peninsula beaches are as refreshing as they are scenic.

Take a wander along the soft white sand on the Port Phillip foreshores. Have a splash in crystal clear bay waters. Or brave the breezes at a Mornington Peninsula ocean beaches.

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Mushroom Reef Beach

Mushroom Reef Beach is on the Bass Strait side of the Flinders headland known locally as West Head. This small beach is black pebbles over white sand set against the black basalt cliffs that stretch to the west towards Cape Schanck.

It is home also to the Mushroom Reef Marine Sanctuary (80 ha) that extends offshore to the south approximately one kilometre. At high tide the coastline is spectacular but hides the wonders of the offshore reefs. Low tide exposes a huge mushroom-shaped platform with a line of cobbles stretching out to sea, forming the stalk of the mushroom.

The exposed rockpools provide a wonderful opportunity to explore and learn about the amazing diversity of Victoria's marine life - multicoloured cushion seastars, rectangular crabs, colourful anemones and spiralled shells of many shapes and sizes. These are all protected and must only be observed. This area is a protected park and penalties apply if regulations are not followed.

While some more experienced surfers may take advantage of the waves formed around West head, it is important to be aware of the large unexpected waves and tide variances when walking on shore and on rock platforms.

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🌊☀️ Summer has arrived, and the beach is calling. We've put together the ultimate guide to family-friendly swimming beaches on the Mornington Peninsula! From the iconic bathing boxes of Mount Martha to the calm, shallow waters of Mills Beach, these spots are perfect for splashing, relaxing, and making unforgettable summer memories. 🌴💦 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Here’s a sneak peek at what’s waiting for you: 🏖️ Safe, patrolled swimming beaches 🚤 Iconic piers and picturesque boardwalks 🦽 Accessible options like MobiChairs and beach matting 🍦 Nearby cafes and ice cream stops 👉 Ready to discover your family’s favourite beach? Click the link in our bio and find them all. #VisitMorningtonPeninsula #FamilyFriendlyBeaches #SummerEscape #BestBeaches #MorningtonPeninsulaBeaches #ThingsToDoMelbourne #ThingsToDoMorningtonPeninsula #Summer #VisitMP #MorningtonPeninsula #Dromana #ImagineFrankston #Frankston
🌊☀️ Summer has arrived, and the beach is calling. We've put together the ultimate guide to family-friendly swimming beaches on the Mornington Peninsula! From the iconic bathing boxes of Mount Martha to the calm, shallow waters of Mills Beach, these spots are perfect for splashing, relaxing, and making unforgettable summer memories. 🌴💦 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Here’s a sneak peek at what’s waiting for you: 🏖️ Safe, patrolled swimming beaches 🚤 Iconic piers and picturesque boardwalks 🦽 Accessible options like MobiChairs and beach matting 🍦 Nearby cafes and ice cream stops 👉 Ready to discover your family’s favourite beach? Click the link in our bio and find them all. #VisitMorningtonPeninsula #FamilyFriendlyBeaches #SummerEscape #BestBeaches #MorningtonPeninsulaBeaches #ThingsToDoMelbourne #ThingsToDoMorningtonPeninsula #Summer #VisitMP #MorningtonPeninsula #Dromana #ImagineFrankston #Frankston
It’s that summer glow we’ve got going on when the water’s this colour 🥰 📸 @will_mac89 thank you for reminding us summer’s just over a month away, and to be honest we’re excited for sunny days and views like this! #visitmp #morningtonpeninsula #exploremore #thebestmorningtonpeninsula #travel #photography #portsea #beaches #coastalliving
It’s that summer glow we’ve got going on when the water’s this colour 🥰 📸 @will_mac89 thank you for reminding us summer’s just over a month away, and to be honest we’re excited for sunny days and views like this! #visitmp #morningtonpeninsula #exploremore #thebestmorningtonpeninsula #travel #photography #portsea #beaches #coastalliving
Here’s a perfect picture of #spring 💐 for World Tourism Day This weekend spring is pulling out all the stops with days filled with sunshine . We want to thank all the locals, occasional + regular visitors for exploring more here with us 🫶🏻 📸 @vicki_walsh_photography #visitmp #morningtonpeninsula #exploremore #wtd2024 #worldtourismday #beach #springflowers #grateful
Here’s a perfect picture of #spring 💐 for World Tourism Day This weekend spring is pulling out all the stops with days filled with sunshine . We want to thank all the locals, occasional + regular visitors for exploring more here with us 🫶🏻 📸 @vicki_walsh_photography #visitmp #morningtonpeninsula #exploremore #wtd2024 #worldtourismday #beach #springflowers #grateful
No one ever said that the Mornington Peninsula is bland - in fact we are a really colourful 🌈 Our beaches are lined with amazing colourful beach boxes - the hard job is to find yourself a favourite ❤️ Have you got a favourite? Share your pic in the comments ⬇️ or discover your favourite at one of bay beaches via the link in our bio 📸 @glennslens.au thanks for this perfect set from #dromana #visitmp #morningtonpeninsula #beach #beachbox #landscapephotography #lovewhereyoulive #colour #exploremore
No one ever said that the Mornington Peninsula is bland - in fact we are a really colourful 🌈 Our beaches are lined with amazing colourful beach boxes - the hard job is to find yourself a favourite ❤️ Have you got a favourite? Share your pic in the comments ⬇️ or discover your favourite at one of bay beaches via the link in our bio 📸 @glennslens.au thanks for this perfect set from #dromana #visitmp #morningtonpeninsula #beach #beachbox #landscapephotography #lovewhereyoulive #colour #exploremore
There are no bad days here. Days full of colour offering all kinds of adventures- there are many paths to walk on the #MorningtonPeninsula and you can discover them all via the link in our bio 📸 @kazlows.hierachy.of.needs we love the colour of your pic ❤️ #visitmp #standrewsbeach #beach #winter #exploremore #walks
There are no bad days here. Days full of colour offering all kinds of adventures- there are many paths to walk on the #MorningtonPeninsula and you can discover them all via the link in our bio 📸 @kazlows.hierachy.of.needs we love the colour of your pic ❤️ #visitmp #standrewsbeach #beach #winter #exploremore #walks
Winter solstice - cool and simply beautiful 🌈 📸 @kazlows.hierachy.of.needs #winter #visitmp #morningtonpeninsula #wintersolstice #beachlife #explore
Winter solstice - cool and simply beautiful 🌈 📸 @kazlows.hierachy.of.needs #winter #visitmp #morningtonpeninsula #wintersolstice #beachlife #explore
Oh snap snap the beach boxes are colourful all year round + make for the perfect picture to remember a beach walk or day on the #MorningtonPeninsula 🤳🏻 Did you know that the Peninsula has over 800 colourful beach boxes all along the Port Phillip Bay beaches - yes yes we do! Colourful and all different - do you have a fave beach box - share in the comments below ⬇️ 📸 @kodas.travels 😍 ID: picture of a German shepherd sitting on the beach in front of beach boxes #VisitMP #beach #BeachBox #coastallife #TheBestMorningtonPeninsila #EveryBitDifferent #VisitVuctorua
Oh snap snap the beach boxes are colourful all year round + make for the perfect picture to remember a beach walk or day on the #MorningtonPeninsula 🤳🏻 Did you know that the Peninsula has over 800 colourful beach boxes all along the Port Phillip Bay beaches - yes yes we do! Colourful and all different - do you have a fave beach box - share in the comments below ⬇️ 📸 @kodas.travels 😍 ID: picture of a German shepherd sitting on the beach in front of beach boxes #VisitMP #beach #BeachBox #coastallife #TheBestMorningtonPeninsila #EveryBitDifferent #VisitVuctorua
Autumn colours of the Mornington Peninsula. 📸 @vicki_walsh_photography #morningtonpeninsula #visitmp #autumn #landscapephotography #beachlife
Autumn colours of the Mornington Peninsula. 📸 @vicki_walsh_photography #morningtonpeninsula #visitmp #autumn #landscapephotography #beachlife
Weekend sunrises ☀️ Did you know that autumn 🍂 is one of the best season for sunsets and sunrises? Yes and it’s all to do with the change in warm to cooler temperatures! Capture an epic sunrise just like 📸 @danicarphotography here on the Mornington Peninsula this season! ID brilliant golden yellows across the sky as the sun is rising across the. beach #visitmp #thebestmorningtonpeninsula #shellybeach #morningtonpeninsula #sorrento #portsea #beach #sunrise #autumn #weekend
Weekend sunrises ☀️ Did you know that autumn 🍂 is one of the best season for sunsets and sunrises? Yes and it’s all to do with the change in warm to cooler temperatures! Capture an epic sunrise just like 📸 @danicarphotography here on the Mornington Peninsula this season! ID brilliant golden yellows across the sky as the sun is rising across the. beach #visitmp #thebestmorningtonpeninsula #shellybeach #morningtonpeninsula #sorrento #portsea #beach #sunrise #autumn #weekend
Golden hour for a golden long weekend ☀️ 📸 @tysonwaldron_photography ID : golden sunset glow over an ocean beach with natural rock formations #visitmp #morningtonpeninsula #beach #coastallife #longeeekend
Golden hour for a golden long weekend ☀️ 📸 @tysonwaldron_photography ID : golden sunset glow over an ocean beach with natural rock formations #visitmp #morningtonpeninsula #beach #coastallife #longeeekend
Summer you had us going with all the weather this year but you are finishing off strong ☀️ Time to make a quick escape find places like this all along the coast of the #morningtonpeninsula check out the link in our bio 📸 @danicarphotography ID beach in full sunset #visitmp #beach #sunset #summer #thebestmorningtonpeninsula #landscape #photooftheday
Summer you had us going with all the weather this year but you are finishing off strong ☀️ Time to make a quick escape find places like this all along the coast of the #morningtonpeninsula check out the link in our bio 📸 @danicarphotography ID beach in full sunset #visitmp #beach #sunset #summer #thebestmorningtonpeninsula #landscape #photooftheday
As the mercury rises today here are just some of the #bestbeaches that are patrolled by our great local lifesaving clubs we recommend! 👙Mills Beach - great for swimming 🏖️ Mount Martha Beach South- great for swimming 🩱Rosebud and Dromana Beaches - great for swimming 🏊‍♂️ Frankston beach - great for swimming 🏄Point Leo - surf beach 🏄‍♂️Gunnamatta - surf beach 📝Mount Martha Beach and Rosebud Beach both have accessibility matting ❣️ Discover more via the link in our bio when you surf over to our website @lifesavingvic #thebestmorningtonpeninsula #morningtonpeninsula #visitmp #Summer #summertime
As the mercury rises today here are just some of the #bestbeaches that are patrolled by our great local lifesaving clubs we recommend! 👙Mills Beach - great for swimming 🏖️ Mount Martha Beach South- great for swimming 🩱Rosebud and Dromana Beaches - great for swimming 🏊‍♂️ Frankston beach - great for swimming 🏄Point Leo - surf beach 🏄‍♂️Gunnamatta - surf beach 📝Mount Martha Beach and Rosebud Beach both have accessibility matting ❣️ Discover more via the link in our bio when you surf over to our website @lifesavingvic #thebestmorningtonpeninsula #morningtonpeninsula #visitmp #Summer #summertime
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