Photo of Wreck Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Wreck Beach with turquoise pure water surface

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Photo of Wreck Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Wreck Beach located in natural area

7.2

Good

Wreck Beach

Rivernook, Australia

#124 out of 154 in Victoria

7.2

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Perfect for swimming Short mountain trail

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Located outside the settlement

Princetown • 8.5 km

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About

Wreck Beach is located on the Bass Strait and it is in the 6th place out of 5 beaches in the Corangamite Shire region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Wreck Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

Wreck Beach (Corangamite Shire) is located outside the Princetown settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Wreck Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Located outside the settlement

Princetown • 8.5 km

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Localities

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Princetown • 8.5km

Transport

Airport

XCO • 66km

Bus Station

Warrnambool Station/Merri St • 76.1km

Train Station

Sherwood Park Station • 71.5km

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7.2 Good

David Gladwin

10 Exceptional

Great walk down the stairs to the beach, it was high tide so we couldn’t explore very far with the waves coming right up to the foot of the stairs but it was still breathtaking standing on the shore watching the rough surf and huge waves crashing in! The climb back up the stairs was tough going, they are reasonably maintained, just so many of them, we were glad to reach the top! Felt very isolated, no other people there compared to how many tourists at the other Great Ocean Road locations.

Prasanna Yenumula

10 Exceptional

My new favorite place, but... The road to it was a little scary. The number of stairs you have to take up and down is too much, especially the way up is painful, yet worth it at the end. This secluded area is different from other beaches. Tides were high, and water was too close. It's beautiful . But there are no rest rooms or picnic tables.

Emz

4 Frustrating

The walk down and up was seriously the longest walk to and from the beach I have ever come across. No one can prepare you for the amount of pain the stairs will bring and the wreck was average compared to others I've seen. Still a nice place, just an epic hike.

Kay Wojtowicz

6 Pleasant

Nice beach and lookouts. Stairs are fine on the way down. The way up is the killer! There are two different wreck areas/walks. One is a long walk to the left near the top, the other is a short walk down the stairs to the right when you get to the bottom. We were there as the tide was getting higher so we could still see the anchor but we couldn’t get close to it or see the rock pools. No toilets. Not wheelchair or pram accessible. Decent size car park. No tables or chairs/benches. Also, be mindful that the road to here does turn into dirt and gravel. Sometimes there are cows and dogs on the road too.

Satyaki Chanda

10 Exceptional

Wrecks Beach isn't the place to go if you want to swim, but how much can you swim in the cold waters off the coast of Victoria anyway. It is however a piece of paradise if you are after a bit of a quiet hideout. While I swear never to visit the twelve apostles again for fear of the crowds, this was the most pleasant thing the Great Otway National Park had to offer

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Wreck Beach?

The coastline of Wreck Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is rocky, so special footwear is highly recommended.

What are the key activities at Wreck Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Wreck Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Wreck Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Wreck Beach is partially protected from waves.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Wreck Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Wreck Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Wreck Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Wreck Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Wreck Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Wreck Beach.

How far is the Wreck Beach from parking?

The Wreck Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a small descent.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Wreck Beach (Shire of Corangamite) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Wreck Beach (Shire of Corangamite) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.