Coast

Cape Woolamai

At the Island's south-eastern corner, Cape Woolamai rises above Bass Strait with granite cliffs, a long surf beach and walking tracks to The Pinnacles.

Last reviewed October 2026

The headland

Cape Woolamai is the highest point on Phillip Island. Walking tracks loop across the headland with views over Bass Strait.

Editorial — to be verified

Track lengths, times and current conditions to be confirmed with Parks Victoria before publishing specifics.

The Pinnacles

The Pinnacles are dramatic granite rock formations on the cape's coast, reached on foot.

Woolamai Beach

Surf rolling onto the beach beneath Cape Woolamai.

Woolamai is an exposed ocean surf beach with strong currents. Swim only between the flags when the beach is patrolled.

Editorial — to be verified

Patrol season and hours to be confirmed with Surf Life Saving Victoria.

Shearwaters

Editorial — to be verified

Seasonal short-tailed shearwater colony information and any track closures to be verified.

Sources

Keep exploring

Two little penguins sheltering in coastal vegetation on Phillip Island.

Nature

Wildlife on Phillip Island

Where to see little penguins, koalas, fur seals and shorebirds on Phillip Island, and how to watch wildlife responsibly.

Coast

The Nobbies and Seal Rocks

Boardwalks, blowholes and sea views at The Nobbies, looking out to Seal Rocks and Australia's largest fur seal colony.

Motorsport

Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

A visitor's guide to the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, home of the Australian MotoGP and WorldSBK rounds.