Gunnamatta Beach

Gunnamatta Beach in Fingal is a 3km long stretch of sandy and rocky coast located in the Mornington Peninsula National Park.

The beach has a wide surf zone which is dominated by rips and is known as the best surf break on the Mornington Peninsula.

Truemans Road leads directly to the beach and there is a large car park near the surf lifesaving club. Visitors can access the beach directly from the car park. Gunnamatta Beach is situated in the Mornington Peninsula National Park and is part of the 30km long coast that extends from Cape Schanck to Point Nepean.

Gunnamatta Beach is renowned as the best surf break on the Mornington Peninsula. The beach is exposed to high westerly winds and waves, which make it perfect for surfing. At Gunnamatta Beach, you can find good breaks down the beach past the surf club, in front of the first and second car parks, and up the beach at the Pumping Station.

Gunnamatta Beach has strong rips and high waves that make it a hazardous beach for swimming. The beach is not recommended for novice swimmers. Visitors are advised to stay between the flags, on the bar, and away from the rips, rocks, and reefs. The beach is monitored by lifeguards, but visitors are responsible for their own safety.

Gunnamatta Beach has deep rip holes, gutters, rocks, and reefs, which make it a popular spot for beach and rock fishing. Visitors can try their luck fishing on the beach or on the rocks, but they are advised to be cautious and aware of the changing tide conditions.

Gunnamatta Beach is not suitable for pets, and dogs are not allowed on the