Cowes Main Beaches

Description

These golden, sheltered, sandy beaches in Cowes are located in Westernport Bay with low winds and gentle waves, making them a popular choice for families. The beaches at high tide offer excellent swimming, and have an abundance of shallow rocks and tidal flats to explore at low tide. The jetty is perfect for fishing and is the departure point for several ferries. You'll also find the Cowes Yacht Club west of Mussel Rocks.

You can find more about beach conditions and safety here

Beach Facts

• Popular beaches for swimming, sailing, stand up paddle boarding, jet skiing, beach walks, fishing and beach games
• Amenities – Toilets (including a designated accessible toilet), change rooms and cold water outdoor showers
• Parking – Sealed car park, disabled car parking spaces available
• Food - There are many local food stores nearby providing hot and cold food, drinks and coffee. BBQ and picnic facilities are also located at Erehwon Point park and Mussel Rocks
• Access - Via stairs, not suitable for wheelchairs

Beach Safety

• Cowes Jetty to Mussel Rocks is patrolled over the summer period (26 December to 28 January) by Woolamai Surf Lifesaving Club
• Lifesavers are only on duty when the red and yellow flags are displayed. Remember to always swim between the flags
• For patrol information visit https://www.woolamaibeach.org.au/patrols
• For more information visit www.lifesavingvictoria.com.au
• Rock fishermen are advised to exercise extreme caution. Download the rock fishing safety brochure (multiple languages)
• Multilingual information on rips and beach safety