Victoria

Gunnamatta Beach

Beach breakIntermediate to advanced

Gunnamatta is one of Victoria's most powerful and unpredictable beach breaks, sitting on the exposed ocean side of the Mornington Peninsula. It receives raw Southern Ocean swell virtually unfiltered, producing heavy, fast-breaking waves that can rival anything on the Surf Coast. Not a beginner beach — rips are strong and the shore dump can be severe.

Best Conditions

Swell

SW to S

1–2.5m

Wind

N to NNW (offshore)

Tide

Mid

Best Season

March to October

Good to Know

Surf Life Saving patrols operate seasonally; there is a car park and basic facilities at the beach entrance. The drive from Melbourne is roughly 90 minutes.

Hazards

Powerful rips, shore dump, remote location, unpredictable close-outs in large swell

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