Point Nepean National Park

It's a great place to spend a day. You get a lot of places to see, BBQ spots and plenty of relaxing areas. You could hike to check out the fort Nepean which would take about 2-3 hours to complete. There is a shuttle bus as well but the last one is around 4pm.

A historically rich site with magnificent views! Great place to walk or cycle. There is a shuttle bus from the quarantine station that takes you to fort nepean for convenience. It is not frequent so check a timetable.

E bikes are available to hire from the quarantine station.

What a wonderful National Park. If you are visiting the Mornington Peninsula, this is a must do! If you have a bike, even better (otherwise you need to catch the National Park's shuttle bus or walk). There is an information center, toilets, water outlets, a little coffee station, beautiful views and lots of history. Take your time! There are several walking trails, some are wheel chair accessible. If you are lucky, you can spot wildlife (I found an Echidna).

This is such a beautiful park located in the Mornington peninsula. You can walk, cycle through this amazing landscape or even or take the shuttle bus up to the Fort Nepean. It is about 2-3 km from Gunner’s cottage car park to the Fort Nepean which will take around 40-45 minutes to walk.
Sunscreen, hats, shades are a must if you are visiting this place during a sunny day because there is no much shade on your way to the Fort. We walked to the Fort and on our way back to the car park we came by the shuttle bus. The shuttle is available every 30 minutes.
You can also visit the Quarantine station which was used to quarantine people arriving in Victoria.
I prefer walking or cycling as you can enjoy the panoramic ocean views. One of the must visit places.

Point Nepean National Park is an absolute treasure on the Mornington Peninsula! 🌿 The coastal walk offers an immersive experience in nature, with breathtaking views of Bass Strait and Port Philip Bay.

The historical sites, including Fort Nepean and the gun turrets, provide a fascinating glimpse into Australia’s wartime past. Walking through the coastal bush and arriving at Cheviot Beach was a highlight - the Harold Holt Memorial is a poignant reminder of history.

The park’s accessibility from Melbourne (just a 1.5-hour drive) makes it a perfect day trip destination. The well-maintained trails and informative signage made exploring a breeze.

Don’t forget to bring comfy sportswear, sunscreen, and plenty of water. This adventure is well worth it! 🥾🌞

Overall, Point Nepean National Park is a must-visit for nature enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone looking for a memorable day out. It’s a place where the beauty of the Australian coastline meets its rich cultural heritage. Can’t wait to return for more exploration! 🚶‍♂🌊

Good place to visit with family. An hour walk or you can take the bus to the fort. Good views on the way.

This is a great place for a scenic walk - especially when staying down the coast.

Have walked this twice and returned today to run it. Always thoroughly enjoy it.

6km walk / run alternatively can check the bus schedule which goes from the carpark.

Decent amount of parking- best to do this early morning to avoid the heat on a sunny day. Basic bathroom facilities located at carpark.

Beautiful hike for a sunny day!

There are 🚲 (+electric) that can be rented out for the day (I'd recommend booking them prior to the trip, as they are usually unavailable on the day)

Bus is available to pick and drop you off at various points ($8 one way per person)

Many lookouts along the park. Ensure you carry a bottle of water with you.

Very nice walking track , also buses for ride are available , view is incredible, I enjoy every time.
You also could biking till end of track and watch the amazing view and little museum.

One of the best summer getaways in south East Melbourne. 1.5 drive from the city to this amazing location and most importantly the ocean view from the top of the hill is breathtaking.

Located less than 2 hours drive from Melbourne CBD this national park is absolutely a gem. There are multiple historical attractions if you are a history seeking person or you could simply walk about seeing beautiful sceneries.

At the end is Fort Nepean which was used in WW2. The site is well preserved and also has breathtaking views. It's roughly 50-60 mins walk one way Fort Nepean car park via defence road. The car park has public toilets available too.

On the way to Fort Nepean, there is also Fort Pearce and few detours would provide additional scenic views.

Beautiful and amazing view

Please make sure you prepare a good shoe for a long walk (around 1-2 hour). Or you can hire a bike or buy a bus ticket

Great place to explore. There’s a lot of trails that you could try. They’re also offering $12 for shuttle bus but tbh, walking is a lot better. Great views everywhere, you could explore better and at your own pace. Great for anyone even for families with small children.

Fantastic area to walk around. The car display of classic cars is amazing, and so much fun wandering the area.

Great place to visit, but visitors need to pay attention to fenced off areas for their safety

Beautiful place for a nice long walk whilst also exploring the old structures and war sites. We also saw lots of surfers right at the peak too catching some decent waves.

Lovely scenic walk with the option to rent bicycles ($33 / 3 hours is the rate at the date of review) wheelchair friendly trial, but with a $12 hop on hop off shuttle bus service if needed.

I spent the entire morning hiking, and the scenery along the way was absolutely stunning! You can also choose to ride a bike or take a shuttle bus, which costs $12 for a round trip.

Great walking trails! $12 for a shuttle bus but you better walk hun! It’s a wonderful park for families to explore and spring is a great season to go!

A beautiful I oni area of this region which is worth to spend more than an hour!