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Wilson's Promontory
Wilson's Promontory is the southern most tip of Australia and is affectionately known as
'The Prom'. It is one of Australia's most loved and well visited National Parks. Wilson's
Promontory is located 230km southeast of Melbourne and takes up a large part of
Victoria's Gippsland area. Made up of 49,000 hectares of stunning coastline, rugged
granite divides and over 700 species of plants have been discovered here.
Tidal River
This is the Prom's only settlement and has basic facilities, as well as camping. Most of
the park's beaches and walks are accessible close to this township. A highlight of the visit
to Tidal River are the native wildlife that roam free here, including parrots, wombats and
kangaroos.
Lighthouse Trek
This lighthouse sits on granite on the Southern tip of Wilson's Promontory. This walk is
long, up to 38km and will take a couple of days. Rangers do conduct guided walks
through here from October to May.
Mount Oberon
A walk up this mountain can be accessed 5km from Tidal River. The walk is a two hour
round trip that leads to the summit which is 558 metres. The view from the top is worth
the energy expended getting there.
Sealer's Cove
This is a good day walk and can be accessed from the Telegraph Saddle Carpark, just out
of Tidal River. this is a beach and rainforest walk, and you can rest up in the pretty cove
before the return journey. Could take up to 5 hours for a return trip.
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