Best Walking Trails in Phillip Island

Lace up your walking shoes and set off along one of the many scenic walking tracks on Phillip Island.

Phillip Island is a picture-perfect location, home to a number of incredible landmarks, wildlife and coastal sights. Below are some of the best walking trails to explore on the scenic island!

Cape Woolamai Circuit Walk

The Cape Woolamai Circuit Walk is a culmination of the walking tracks. Though there are shorter walks, we recommend completing the entire circuit. This walk is about 8.5 kilometres long and will take around 3 hours to complete. It is rated moderate in difficulty, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes.

This walk will lead you up Woolamai Hill, which is the highest point on the island. Once you reach the lookout, you’ll be able to marvel at the panoramic views of the island and coastline. This walking circuit will also take you along the beach, to see the famous Pinnacles and more.

• San Remo Coastal Circuit

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  San Remo is where you will cross the bridge from the mainland to Phillip Island. There is a walking track here called the San Remo Coastal Circuit, which is 4 kilometres return. This easy hiking path only takes about an hour to complete.

  As you stroll along the path, you’ll pass Foots Beach and gorgeous lookout points. While you’re in San Remo, you may want to grab a coffee or a bite to eat before continuing on with your day.

  Conservation Hill and Rhyll Inlet Walk

  This easy walk is perfect for wildlife spotting. The walking path is 7 kilometres return and takes about 1.5 hours to complete. There are few walks in this area to choose from if you want to keep exploring the gorgeous scenery. This well-maintained trail is also wheelchair accessible.

  You can follow the flat boardwalk through the wetlands for a peaceful stroll in nature. The Rhyll Wetland is an important wildlife sanctuary, so you’re sure to spot plenty of birds!

  Kitty Miller Bay Walk

  

  The Kitty Miller Bay Walk will take you to a historic shipwreck. The walk is about 2 kilometres long and takes around 45 minutes to complete. This is another moderate hike due to the hilly walking path.

  The path begins as it leads you uphill to a lookout. From here, you can see the remains of the SS Speke shipwreck. If you want to get closer, you can follow the path down to the beach, but this is only doable at low tide. Once you reach the ship, you will be able to see where it cracked in half from strong ocean waves back in 1907.

  Pyramid Rock Walk

  

  The Pyramid Rock Walk is a fairly easy trek that will lead you along the scenic coast. It is a 5 kilometre return hike and takes around 1.5 hours to complete.

  Beginning at Pyramid Rock Lookout, the walking track follows the coastline from south to west. The scenery along this walk is nothing short of gorgeous. Once you reach the end of the walking trail, you may want to continue on to Berrys Beach to watch the surfers.

  Churchill Island Walk

  Take a bridge from Phillip Island to Churchill Island. This is where you’ll find the 4.5 kilometre Churchill Island Loop. This moderate walk will take around 2 hours to complete.

  The walk will take you on a scenic stroll around the island. You’ll pass wetland birds, Highland cattle and scenic lookout points. If you don’t want to walk around the entire island, there are shorter hikes to choose from as well.

  The Nobbies Boardwalk

  

  The Nobbies Boardwalk is an easy walk, perfect for kids or if you’re short on time. The walk is only 500 metres and takes about 15 minutes to complete.

  You will immediately notice the large landmark called the Nobbies. If you continue along the boardwalk, you will probably spot other wildlife. This includes the little penguins that burrow in the sand surrounding the boardwalk.

  These trails are the perfect way to explore Phillip Island more in depth. Most visitors of Phillip Island go for the penguins, but be sure to stay and while and hike around. This is the perfect way to be immersed in nature on your visit to Victoria!

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Cameron Ward

Managing Director at Sightseeing Tours Australia

Cameron Ward turned his travel passion into a thriving Australian tourism business. Before he co-founded his own business, Sightseeing Tours Australia, he was enjoying being a Melbourne tour guide. Even now, Cameron delights in helping visitors from all around the world get the most out of their incredible Australian trip. You’ll see Cameron leading tours or writing about his favourite Australian places where he shares his local insights.