Located at the mouth of the Barwon River, Barwon Heads, about 20 kms west of Port Phillip Bay. 17 hectares wide, this Marine Sanctuary is made up of sandstone and basalt reefs, which habitat a diverse range of marine flora and fauna.
There are extensive kelp forests, including thick patches of both Giant and Bull Kelp. The wrecks of two ships are located on the outer edges of the reef.
A popular area for activities including swimming, rock pool rambling and snorkelling. The stands of Giant Kelp at Barwon Bluff provide an inviting swim for snorkellers, and the rock platforms are home to an abundance of life in easily accessed rock-pools.
Please Note
For your own safety, only undertake activities appropriate to your skills and abilities. Take all necessary precautions, be aware of changing conditions, and watch for potential hazards, such as rips. A number of marine animals are potentially harmful if not treated with respect and care, so ensure that you familiarise yourself with these species. Sunburn and hypothermia are also potentially harmful but easily avoided.
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