Point Nepean National Park

PORTSEA, Victoria

Point Nepean is truly one of Victoria's beautiful natural landscapes. A special place with so much to see and discover.

It has a rich history and played an important role in shaping the early settlement, quarantine and defence of Victoria.

The park is located at the very tip of the Mornington Peninsula, with outstanding coastal scenery and panoramic views of Bass Strait, the Rip and Port Phillip Bay.

Explore the military forts and tunnels, discover the historic Quarantine Station, view the memorial where Prime Minister Harold Holt went missing or simply enjoy the coastal surrounds.

Opening hours

  • The park is open every day.
  • Vehicle access to park is available from 8am - 5pm daily.
  • The park is accessible at all times by foot or bicycle.
  • The Information Centre is open 10am - 5pm daily (closed Christmas Day). Note: there is no information officer on duty between 1.00pm and 1.30pm.

Point Nepean is located 90km from Melbourne. In addition to car access, public transport options include a train service from Melbourne to Frankston followed by a bus to Portsea.

From the other side of Port Phillip Bay, the Queenscliff to Sorrento ferry operates on the hour from 7am to 6pm (with extended summer hours).

Park stats

Size: 470 Ha (4.7 km2)
Authority: Parks Victoria
Distance from Melbourne: 55.1 km

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  • Information centre

    Information centre
  • Picnic ground

    Picnic ground
  • Toilets / Restrooms

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  • Carpark

    Carpark
  • Walking track

    Walking track
  • Sightseeing

    Sightseeing
  • Cycling

    Cycling
  • Historical landmarks

    Historical landmarks

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Content on this park was last updated/edited: 3/07/2017 4:07:50 PM
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