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Tourist Information

Bass Coast is one of Victoria’s most popular tourist destinations with over 180  kilometres of spectacular coastline, beautiful wilderness areas, scenic hinterland and a laid back life style.  Bass Coast is one of Australia's most diverse and unique areas.  This region boasts isolated beaches, lush farmlands, nature parks, historical landmarks and much more.

A great range of accommodation is available from bushland camping sites to five star luxury hotels - something to suit all tastes and budgets. The area also has a wide range of services available to visitors, from gourmet restaurants to charter fishing tours. 

Interested in fishing or sailing? Boat ramps and facilities are located at Grantville, Corinella, Newhaven, Rhyll, Cowes and Inverloch. Bass Coast Shire boasts beautiful walking and cycling tracks, including Victoria’s only coastal rail trail.

Council's Visitor Information Centres in Newhaven, Cowes, Wonthaggi and Inverloch provide information about what to see, what to do and where to stay in Bass Coast and across South Gippsland.  To view details on our accommodation, and also book and pay online, please visit: www.visitbasscoast.com http://www.visitphillipisland.com/ , www.visitwonthaggi.com.au , www.visitinverloch.com or www.visitgrantville.com

Fancy some fishing? Local tide times are available from

 http://www.bom.gov.au/cgi-bin/oceanography/tides/tide_predications.cgi

 Please also check our events page for details on what's currently happening within the Shire.  For more information about this Website, please contact Council at basscoast@basscoast.vic.gov.au 

Bass Coast Shire Council Offices - 76 McBride Avenue, Wonthaggi, VIC 3995 or PO Box 118, Wonthaggi, VIC 3995

1300-BCOAST (226 278) for standard call cost   EMAIL:   basscoast@basscoast.vic.gov.au