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Cowes West Beaches
Phillip Island
Did someone say swimming and sandcastles?
Description
The Anderson Road to Red Rocks beaches in Cowes are popular with families due to their low waves and stunning coastal views of French Island and the Mornington Peninsula. Popular beach activities here include sailing, swimming, beach games, paddle boarding, jet skiing, fishing, boating and exploring the red rocks at low tide. Anderson Road beach is also home to a jetty and the boat ramp with boat hire facilities.
You can find more about beach conditions and safety here
Beach Facts
- Popular beaches for swimming, sailing, stand up paddle boarding, beach walks, jet skiing, fishing and beach games. Boat hire (no License Required), paddle boats, kayaks, beach chairs, shelters, towels, snorkelling gear and surfmats are available from the Anderson Road Beach store.
- Amenities – Toilets are available at Anderson Road and Penguin Avenue ( no disabled facilities)
- Parking – Gravel car parks
- Food - Available at Anderson Road store, offering food, hot and cold drinks, bait, sunscreen, ice and fishing licences
- Access - Via Paths and stairs, not suitable for wheelchairs
Beach Safety
- For more information visit www.lifesavingvictoria.com.au
- Rock fishermen are advised to exercise extreme caution. Download the rock fishing safety brochure (multiple languages)
- For multilingual information on rips and beach safety click here
Map & Directions
Red Rocks Road, Cowes, Victoria, 3922
Phone 1300 366 422
