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Prom Coast — South Gippsland, Victoria
Looking along the beach at Waratah Bay from the dunes

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Waratah Bay

Waratah Bay is a peaceful coastal village on Victoria's Prom Coast, backed by rolling green hills and overlooking a spectacular sweep of sandy beach. Known for its relaxed holiday atmosphere, swimming, fishing and beautiful coastal scenery, it is a tranquil gateway to Wilsons Promontory.

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Welcome to Waratah Bay

Waratah Bay is a peaceful coastal village set beside one of South Gippsland's most spectacular stretches of coastline. With a vast 15-kilometre sweep of golden sand, clear coastal waters and magnificent views across the bay towards the mountains of Wilsons Promontory, it is a place where the natural landscape takes centre stage. Small, quiet and largely surrounded by coastal bushland and holiday homes, Waratah Bay offers an unspoilt seaside atmosphere that is perfect for escaping the crowds and enjoying the simple pleasures of the coast.

The beach is the heart of Waratah Bay, offering plenty of space for long walks, swimming, fishing, surfing, rock pooling and simply relaxing beside the ocean. The wide, flat shoreline is particularly beautiful at low tide, when the enormous scale of the beach and uninterrupted views towards Wilsons Promontory become even more impressive. The surrounding area is equally rewarding, with Cape Liptrap Coastal Park, Walkerville, Sandy Point and Shallow Inlet all close by, while Wilsons Promontory National Park is an easy drive away. For those wanting a quieter alternative to the more developed coastal destinations, Waratah Bay offers something special - a genuine sense of space, spectacular scenery and a relaxed beachside lifestyle surrounded by some of Victoria's most beautiful natural landscapes.

Top things to do

Things to do in Waratah Bay

  1. 01

    Waratah Bay Beach

    Enjoy the long, sandy beach for swimming, walking, fishing, beachcombing and relaxing.

  2. 02

    Walk along the foreshore

    Take an easy stroll beside the beach and enjoy views across Waratah Bay towards Wilsons Promontory.

  3. 03

    Explore Shallow Inlet

    Discover the nearby sheltered waters, ideal for fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding and birdwatching.

  4. 04

    Fishing

    Try beach fishing along Waratah Bay or explore the surrounding inlet and waterways.

  5. 05

    Kayaking and paddleboarding

    The calmer waters around Shallow Inlet are particularly suited to paddling.

  6. 06

    Explore the coastal dunes

    Walk through the native vegetation and sandy dunes behind the beach.

  7. 07

    Enjoy spectacular sunsets

    The wide-open beach provides beautiful evening views across the bay and towards the Prom.

Places to stay

Stay in & around Waratah Bay

The front of Prom Coast Residence, with a timber deck, steps and garden beds
Featured stay · Book direct

Fish Creek · Country house · Sleeps 7

Prom Coast Residence

A relaxed three-bedroom country home among open farmland, nine minutes' drive from the beaches of Sandy Point and Waratah Bay, with Shallow Inlet views from the balcony.

  • 3 bedrooms
  • 9 min to Sandy Point
  • Near Wilsons Prom

9 min drive from Waratah Bay

Rates direct from the host · 2-night minimum · Cleaning fee waived for direct online bookings

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More places to stay near Waratah Bay

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  • Looking along the beach at Waratah Bay from the dunes
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    Waratah Bay · Cottage

    Coastal cottage, Waratah Bay

    Long sandy beach with views across to the Prom.

    Sleeps 4 2 bedrooms Beach 1 km

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  • View across Waratah Bay from the rocky shore at Walkerville South
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    Walkerville · Apartment

    Clifftop studio, Walkerville

    Rock pools, lime kilns and quiet coastal walks.

    Sleeps 2 1 bedroom Beach 2 km

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  • Aerial view of the long surf beach and dunes at Sandy Point
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    Sandy Point · House

    Beach house, Sandy Point

    Walk to the surf beach, with Shallow Inlet on the other side of town.

    Sleeps 6 3 bedrooms Beach 1 km

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Lichen-covered granite rocks on the Prom coast at dusk

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