What is the water and sand quality of the Punchbowl Beach?

The coastline of Punchbowl Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Punchbowl Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Punchbowl Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Punchbowl Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.The waves in the Punchbowl Beach are usually strong.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Punchbowl Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Punchbowl Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Punchbowl Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Punchbowl Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>On the territory of the national park / reserve </li><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Punchbowl Beach?

Punchbowl Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Punchbowl Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Punchbowl Beach.There are 2 restaurants nearby.Kilcunda Ocean View Hotel is the closest place located 4300 meters from the beach.

How far is the Punchbowl Beach from parking?

The Punchbowl Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Punchbowl Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Punchbowl Beach is January. Its average value reaches 22°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 20°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 13°C and water 13°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Punchbowl Beach (Bass Coast Shire) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Punchbowl Beach (Bass Coast Shire) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Punchbowl Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Punchbowl Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Punchbowl Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Punchbowl Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Punchbowl Beach located in natural area

Punchbowl Beach

Kilcunda, Australia

7.2

#124 out of 154 in Victoria 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Good for swimming Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Anderson • 2.1 km

Map of beach

Playground Kilcunda Foreshore Reserve Playground

3.7km

Playground Sunnyside Park Playground

8km

Park Punchbowl Coastal Reserve

280m

Park Wonthaggi Railway Historic Area

1.6km

Park 39 Peppermint Rd

2km

Hiking Area Punchbowl caves

2.1km

Park Wonthaggi Railway Historic Area

2.1km

Park Kilcunda Coal-Mine Historic Area

2.2km

Park Wonthaggi Railway Historic Area

2.2km

Park Wonthaggi Railway H.a.

2.2km

Park Wonthaggi Railway H.a.

2.3km

Bar Kilcunda Ocean View Hotel

8.4 - Very good 3.4km

Cafe Kilcunda General Store

8.6 - Excellent 3.5km

Coffee Shop Udder & how Ciao Ciao

8.8 - Excellent 3.5km

Coffee Shop The Sticks

9.2 - Excellent 3.5km

Restaurant San Remo Fishermans Co-Op

5.8km

Cafe Magiclands Kiosk

8.2 - Very good 7.7km

Restaurant Squidzys Kitchen

7.4 - Good 8.2km

Restaurant Bang Bang Bar & Food

9 - Excellent 8.2km

Cafe Burnt Toast

8.8 - Excellent 8.2km

Tourist Attraction Shelley Beach

3km

Tourist Attraction Gull Island Lookout

6.6km

Tourist Attraction Cape Woolamai Beach

7.5km

Tourist Attraction Pinnacles Lookout

7.7km

Tourist Attraction Woolamai Surf Beach

7.7km

Tourist Attraction Churchill Island

8.9km

Museum National Vietnam Veterans Museum

9.2km

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About

Punchbowl Beach is located on the Bass Strait and it is in the 10th place out of 21 beaches in the Bass Coast Shire region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.