George Bass Coastal Walk

The George Bass Coastal Walk is a scenic 7–8 km one-way (14–16 km return) trail along the Bass Coast in Victoria, Australia, tracing the route of explorer George Bass's 1797 voyage between San Remo and Kilcunda.^[1]

Taking around 2–3 hours one-way or 4–6 hours return, it's graded moderate to moderate-difficult, with well-formed but undulating grassy, sandy and occasionally muddy paths, some steep sections, and farm stiles.^[2] The walk offers sweeping views, rugged cliffs, wild beaches and farmland, with highlights including Half Moon Bay, Punchbowl Caves, and seasonal whale sightings between May and November. Walkers can start from Punchbowl Road in San Remo or from Kilcunda and walk in either direction, but starting from Kilcunda is preferred as it offers better access to parking and public toilets. The track has no toilets along the way, so facilities at Kilcunda should be used beforehand. The track is dog-friendly but all dogs must be on-leash. During summer months, the trail is best tackled in the morning, as most of it is exposed with little shade from the sun. During colder winter months, the track can also be muddy after rain, so appropriate footwear is essential. Up to date safety information on the condition of the track can be accessed from the Bass Coast Shire website and from the Parks Victoria website.^[3]