Photo of Refuge Cove Beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Refuge Cove Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Refuge Cove Beach with small bay

Photo of Refuge Cove Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Refuge Cove Beach located in natural area

Photo of Refuge Cove Beach and its beautiful scenery

Photo of Refuge Cove Beach surrounded by mountains

Photo of Refuge Cove Beach backed by cliffs

8.3

Very good

Refuge Cove Beach

Yanakie, Australia

#45 out of 154 in Victoria

8.3

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Easy access Bright fine sand Sand bottom Perfect for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Tidal River • 12.5 km

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National Park Sealers Cove

2.7km

National Park Wilsons Promontory National Park

9.9km

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About

Refuge Cove Beach is located on the Bass Strait and it is in the 3th place out of 20 beaches in the South Gippsland Shire region The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Refuge Cove Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Sealers Cove Beach, which has a rating of 8.2.

Refuge Cove Beach (South Gippsland Shire) is located outside the Tidal River settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Refuge Cove Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+15 ^o C +11 ^o C

Air temperature

5.2 M/S

Wind

+14 ^o C

Water temperature

1.8 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Tidal River • 12.5 km

Map of beach

National Park Sealers Cove

2.7km

National Park Wilsons Promontory National Park

9.9km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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8.2 Very good

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Norman Beach Norman Beach

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Squeaky Beach Squeaky Beach

8.6 Excellent

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Leonard Bay Beach Leonard Bay Beach

7.5 Very good

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Picnic Bay Beach Picnic Bay Beach

7.7 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Tidal River • 12.5km

Transport

Airport

WHL • 40.1km

Bus Station

Leongatha Railway Station/Long St • 77.4km

Train Station

Korumburra • 88km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Refuge Cove Beach?

The Refuge Cove Beach is covered with soft and fine 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 sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Refuge Cove Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Refuge Cove Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Refuge Cove Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Refuge Cove Beach is partially protected from waves.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Refuge Cove Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Refuge Cove 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Refuge Cove Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Refuge Cove 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:

Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Refuge Cove Beach?

Refuge Cove Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers (tent)

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Refuge Cove Beach.

How far is the Refuge Cove Beach from parking?

The Refuge Cove Beach has no parking spot.

What is the best time of the year to visit Refuge Cove Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Refuge Cove Beach is January. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 19°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 13°C and water 12°C. See more details in weather section.