Tidal River to Pillar Point, Wilson's Promontory
Tidal River to Pillar Point, Wilson's Promontory
This is a great introductory walk to 'the Prom', taking you past the popular Tidal River footbridge, then along a track with sweeping views of the main beach (Norman Bay) to the lookout point.
Summary
This is a great introductory walk to 'the Prom', taking you past the popular Tidal River footbridge, then along a track with sweeping views of the main beach (Norman Bay) to the lookout point.
Description
This walk is one of the best ways to introduce yourself to Wilson's Promontory and all it has to offer as it leaves directly from the main campground and provides some lovely views over the beach and river.
Expect the full return trip of 4km to Pillar Point (and back to the campground) to take a little over one hour.
The track is well-used, and while it climbs steadily up it is fairly gentle for the most part. You may need to do a little rock scrambling to take advantage of the good views at the pointy end (Pillar Point lookout!) but do take care, and do no let children or others venture close to the edge of the rocks. Enjoy!
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Points of Interest
1. Tidal River
A gathering place for campers who use the river for playing, splashing and cooling down on hot days. This walk features a great overview on the return leg.
2. From the Tidal Overlook Circuit track
Once you've crossed the footbridge, head right and up along the lush Tidal Overlook Circuit track.
3. Whale Rock
You'll need to see Whale Rock from the river-side to understand the name 'Whale Rock'! But trust us, it's uncanny.
4. Great views
Of the river and Norman Bay. Norman Bay beach has a patrolled area for swimming over the summer holidays and can get some good surfing waves.
5. More views
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6. Track junction - keep left for Pillar
At the junction keep left to continue towards Pillar Point (however you may wish to head to Squeaky Beach from here after you've seen Pillar Point).
7. Path up rocks to the Lookout
You've just about made it! Take care moving over and around the boulders here as you make your way to the viewing area.
8. Pillar Point (view towards Squeaky Beach)
Look to the south-west for a great view over the famed white sands of Squeaky Beach.
9. Pillar Point lookout
Pillar Point is a great place to get sweeping views over Norman Bay, the marine national park and Bass Strait. But please take care and do not let little ones (or others) close to the edge of rocks.
Features
Seating available
Nature trail
Lake, creek, river
