Wilsons Promontory is one of the places that people return to year after year. One reason is its proximity to Melbourne. The other is the variety of walks, terrain, and scenery that the Prom offers, in particular, its cool rainforests and beaches. There have been several pack-carries to the Prom but it has been quite a while since the last accommodated trip. The downside to this popularity is the need to book accommodation well in advance for any holiday period.

Fortunately, several ensuite cabins have been booked for the Cup Weekend. The plan is to stay in cabins at the Yanakie Caravan Park for the four nights, arriving Friday 29th October. Cost is $145 for the four nights + trip fees ($10 or $12). Note that this caravan park is approximately four kilometres outside the Prom park entrance.

The first walk will be a loop following the Telegraph Track to Oberon and Little Oberon Bays, Norman Point and arriving in Tidal River. This track initially follows a 4wd track through woodlands and coastal scrub before returning along the coast with some magnificent views across several bays. The distance is 17km but is a relatively easy track.

The second walk is a return track to Sealers Cove, approx. 16km. This is also a relatively easy walk, passing through woodlands and a few cool rain-forest gullies before arriving at the pristine beach at Sealers Cove.

The third walk will encompass sections of the western coastline near Tidal River. It will begin near Lilly Pilly Gully and include Pillar Point, Squeaky Beach, Picnic Bay, Picnic Point, Whiskey Bay and Tongue to Derby River (with a short section following the road); approx. 15km.

There are a few options for the last day. One is a shorter walk to Millers Landing and Vereker Lookout. At low tide it is possible to walk out to an island. Another option is a beach walk in Yanakie. This comprises of granite boulders and outcrops and will involve some rock scrambling.

Grading: Medium
Enquiries: David 0407 667 624