George Bass Coastal Walk

Follow the route of George Bass' coastal discovery voyage over 200 years ago on this popular walk, stretching from the outskirts of San Remo at Punchbowl Road to the Bass Highway (just opposite the hall at Peppermint Road) in Kilcunda.Starting in San Remo or Kilcunda, the George Bass Coastal Walk follows the route of explorer George Bass along this cliff-top path which rises high above the pounding surf of Bass Strait and offers spectacular panoramic coastal views.

It is 7km one way, so fuel up with lunch or brunch in San Remo or Kilcunda before you depart on this rewarding walk! The winding path passes through farmland and the Punchbowl Coastal Reserve.

  • Distance: 7km one way / 14km return
  • Time: Return 4-6 hours
  • Difficulty - Moderate to Difficult
  • Start / Finish - Punchbowl Road, San Remo or Bass Highway, Kilcunda
  • Dog Friendly - Dogs must be on a leash

Note: Caution must be exercised when undertaking this walk. The track follows a narrow strip of public land along cliff tops, consisting of slashed track through grassland. The track surface can be slippery, so sturdy footwear should be worn. Beaches along the walks are unsuitable for swimming due to the presence of strong undertows, rips and steep sloping sandy bottoms. Fishing or walking near the water's edge can be extremely dangerous; swells and large waves can crash up against the rocky coastline.

Facilities

  • Carpark

Other

  • Gravel Road
  • Parking at Kilcunda (sealed) and Punchbowl Road (gravel)
  • Dogs permitted on a lead
  • Picnic table/BBQ - Seating only

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Punchbowl RoadSan Remo VIC 3925
Directions

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Punchbowl RoadSan Remo VIC 3925
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