parknotes or visitour website at www.parks.vic.gov.au For more information calltheParks Victoria Information Centre on13 1963 George Bass Coast of water known today Bass as Strait people For thousands of years the B R to Anderson, or east to Wonthaggi used to be can one way. The Anderson to Wonthaggi Rail Trail approxi taking The walk 7km, is Bass H Road. Visitors may also start the walk from the Punchbowl Road, off the Phillip Island Tour The walk commences at the southern end of the Melbourne between San Remo andKilcunda. The Locationand access S Bass of surf pounding the above high rising tops cliff along path, winding anarrow from views coastal panoramic offers Walk Coastal Bass George The coastline. Victorian the along Victoria. call now we what of coast the sighted first Bass George explorer the when been have it must asight What Guide Visitor marked by boisterous climate was explored, has not six hundred miles of for George Bass “ Ma Western harbouron the southern mainland coast, Bass discovered and named the first natural South DuringWales. this epic voyage George In 1797 , existence of a strait between Tasmani anin 8.7 metre whale boat to prove the sandy beaches along the coast. emnants t the discovery in an open boat, and in which thew Flinders said of the voyage made by w
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For further information .
Parks Victoria Information Centre Call 13 1963 or visit our website at www.parks.vic.gov.au
Phillip Island Information Centre Phillip Island Road Newhaven VIC 3925 Phone: 1300 366 422
Bunurong Environment Centre Ramsey Blvd Inverloch VIC 3996 Phone: (03) 5674 3738
Personal safety
Beware of large unexpected waves when walking or fishing on rock platforms or beaches Never travel alone in remote areas
Keep to defined tracks and stay away from cliff edges and bases Beaches along this walk are unsuitable for swimming due to the presence of strong currents and undertows When walking remember to wear a hat, use sunscreen and carry plenty of drinking water
This park is located in the Central Total Fire Ban District
Caring for the environment
Help us look after your park by following these guidelines: All plants and animals in the reserve are protected No fires may be lit within the reserve Bins are not provided in the reserve; please take your rubbish home Please observe all regulations and signs relating to dogs Camping is not permitted Please don’t throw this park note away. Keep it, return it for others to use, or recycle it
Healthy Parks Healthy People Visiting a park can improve your health, mind, body and soul. So, with over four million hectares of parkland available to Victorians, why not escape to a park today! August 2012 Printed on Australian-made 100% recycled paper