Begola Wetlands As part of a natural water catchment system, Begola Wetlands plays a significant part in the area’s conversation. The track that runs around the wetlands provides ample opportunities to take in the abundance of birdlife and plant life, while still being respectful to the environment. 13 Ocean Throughway, Ocean GroveWebsiteLooking for accommodation while
Barwon River Estuary A massive 19km in length, the Barwon River Estuary extends from the Lake Connewarre to the sea at Barwon Heads. Calm in nature, the river is a great place for water sports (e.g. kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding), walking, cycling and/or fishing. You can access the river at various places (Barwon Heads and
Bellarine Rail Trail A 35km trail, best explored by bike, that follows the historical Geelong to Queenscliff Railway line. Along the way take in the ever-changing landscape of farmland to coast. Take a pit stop at any number of Bellarine towns that the trail crosses through. You can join the trail at any number of
Blue Waters Lake Reserve loop Blue Waters Lake is placed as the centrepiece to this beautiful reserve. A track loops its way around the lake, affording you an easy walk and the opportunity to take in the stunning birdlife that is known to inhabit this area. 41 Blue Waters Drive, Ocean GroveWebsiteLooking for accommodation while
Ocean Grove Nature Reserve The Ocean Grove Nature Reserve sweeps across 143 hectares. It is the last remaining stand of original woodland on the Bellarine Peninsula, making a peaceful sanctuary for plant life and wildlife (including wallabies). Explore the reserve via the designated walking trails, varying in lengths from 1.5 km to 3km. The reserve
Barwon Heads Bluff Walk Near to 3km in length, this walking/cycling/running track loops around the picturesque locations of the Barwon River, Ocean Grove Main Beach and Barwon Heads Bridge. Staircases situated along the track allow you direct access to the beach and/or river. Commence the walk at any given section of the loop. Barwon Heads-Ocean
Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads Walk Loop Near to 3km in length, this walking/cycling/running track loops around the picturesque locations of the Barwon River, Ocean Grove Main Beach and Barwon Heads Bridge. Staircases situated along the track allow you direct access to the beach and/or river. Commence the walk at any given section of the
Ocean Grove Main Beach Ocean Grove Main Beach runs for a lengthy 2km and is known as the family-friendly surf beach. The magnificently refurbished Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club is situated at this ‘main’ portion and is patrolled seasonally. Amazing rockpools are revealed when the tide is low and the moderate to low beach
The Barwon Heads River Beach This stretch of family-friendly beach runs up from the river to the Barwon Heads Bridge. The beach itself backs onto the Frank Ellis Reserve Park and then the Barwon Heads Caravan Park. The beach is unpatrolled but is known for its calmer waters. It is a much-loved location for stand-up
Thirteenth Beach Thirteenth Beach is 4.5km of pristine coastline. This beach runs between Barwon Heads and Black Rock and has several staircase access points along its stretch. Renowned as a surf beach, Thirteenth Beach also provides a seasonally patrolled section which you can access opposite the Thirteenth Beach Surf Lifesaving Club. Warning: Thirteenth Beach is