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Beaches

With 192km of coastline, two bays plus ocean beaches there are plenty of options to enjoy the beach on the Peninsula.

The sandy and shallow Port Phillip beaches of Mornington, Dromana, Rosebud, Rye and Sorrento are perfect for swimming. The ocean beaches of Sorrento, Portsea, Gunnamatta and Point Leo offer good surfing, but also have dangerous rips, so care should be taken to only swim between the flags. Before your visit, don’t forget to check current weather conditions and lifesaving services on the Beach Safe website or lookup which beaches are patrolled by Surf Life Saving Austrlalia.

Our Beaches and Foreshores

With over 190 kilometres of coastline along Port Phillip and Western Port, the Mornington Peninsula Shire has a strong interest and long-standing commitment to being leaders in coastal planning and management. The Shire has developed a suite of coastal plans to guide the management and future of our coastlines.

Camping

Seaside Camping right beside the sparkling sea, just over the road from the friendly villages of Rosebud, Rye and Sorrento.

Boat ramps

Information about annual boat ramp permits, daily tickets, fees and locations relating to local boat ramps.

Accessible Beaches and Recreation

View information on accessible reaction, accessible beach wheelchair hire, beach matting and Liberty Swing locations on the Mornington Peninsula

Mornington Peninsula Shire Boating and Swimming Zones

Mornington Peninsula Shire has boating zones and dedicated swimming only (areas prohibited to all vessels) zones on Port Phillip Bay for the beaches between Mt Eliza and Portsea. The zones are clearly marked by navigation markers located on the water and signage on the shore.

Beach Patrol

Beach Patrol is a chain of voluntary groups that clean up the beaches and foreshore. Every month, volunteers meet at designated areas to pick up rubbish.

Dogs on Beaches

Learn more about where you can exercise your dog, which beaches have leash-free areas. Whenever you are exercising your dog on the beach, make sure to keep an eye out for signs indicating whether dogs are allowed on the beach, and whether they are required to be on lead. It is always recommended to keep your dog on lead until you reach a leash free zone where you can unclip them.

Wildlife on Beaches

Wildlife is a common sight on the Peninsula and seals occasionally visit our beaches. Learn more about what you can do it you see injured wildlife or wildlife that is in danger.

Beach Report - Beach Water Quality Forecasts

Beach Report keeps you informed of the recreational water quality at beaches around Port Phillip Bay through daily forecasts and SMS alerts to let you know whether the water is suitable for swimming.

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Open from 8.30am – 5pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).

Rosebud Office
90 Besgrove Street, 3939 (Mel ref: 170 A4)

Mornington Office
2 Queen Street, 3931 (Mel ref: 104 D10)

Hastings Office
21 Marine Parade, 3915 (Mel ref: 154 K11)

Somerville Office
1085 Frankston-Flinders Road, within Somerville Library, 3912

Please be aware that CCTV cameras are in operation at a number of Shire buildings, including municipal offices, recreation centres and youth centres.

Mornington Peninsula Shire acknowledges and pays respect to the Boon Wurrung / Bunurong people, the traditional custodians of these lands and waters.