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Cape Woolamai

Phillip Island's best waves

Woolamai Beach Road
Phillip Island, VIC 3922

Nearest Train: Approximately two hours drive from central Melbourne.

Woolamai Beach's broad expanse of surf gives way to a beautiful shimmering ocean that has some of the best waves in Victoria, although it can be dangerous in terms of rips. There are two main breaks, Carparks in front of the surf club, and Magic Lands a little further away, which is often less crowded and boasts the cleanest waves on the beach. Best conditions for both breaks are south to southwesterly swell with a north east wind. If you get bored with the surf, try the sensational bush walk around Cape Woolamai. Just take care not to disturb the fragile mutton bird nests.