MORNINGTON PENINSULA ROUTE MAP
ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS
Discover one of the best hikes near Melbourne with Coastrek as you explore the stunning coastline of the Mornington Peninsula. Challenge yourself to a 20km, 30km, or 50km hiking adventure – the longer you hike, the more breathtaking scenery you'll experience!
Renowned for its natural beauty, the Mornington Peninsula features wild and rugged coastal trails, tranquil bushland tracks, and glorious beaches. This Coastrek route is a must-do for anyone seeking hikes near Melbourne that combine epic landscapes with a rewarding challenge. And since we always put the "coast" in Coastrek, you can expect some fun and demanding stretches of sand along the way!
Located just over an hour’s drive from Melbourne CBD, the Mornington Peninsula offers a perfect seaside escape for an active weekend of hiking.
In 2025, you'll have the chance to experience one of the most picturesque hikes near Melbourne as you trek from Cape Schanck Lighthouse (50km), Point Nepean (30km), or Sorrento Front Beach (20km) to Point Nepean. Along the way, take in the craggy cliffs, wild ocean vistas, soft sand beaches, and secluded bays of this natural wonderland.
Start: Sorrento
Start time: From 11:30am
Finish: Point Nepean
Duration: Up to 6 Hours
Start: Point Nepean
Start time: From 6:30am
Finish: Point Nepean
Duration: Up to 10 Hours
Start: Cape Schanck
Start time: From 6am
Finish: Point Nepean
Duration: Up to 15 Hours
TERRIFIC 20KM
20km teams start at midday from Sorrento Front Beach, near the Sorrento-Queenscliff Ferry Terminal – a picture perfect spot with views across Port Phillip Bay Heads.
The route follows the coastline on a mix of paved pathways and natural trails, including the aptly named ‘Millionaires Walk’ (cha-ching!), offering a blend of luxury views and natural beauty unique to hikes near Melbourne.
Some limited sand walking on Shelley Beach and Portsea Front Beach before heading inland along Butlers Track, where you’ll reach the ‘10km to go’ mark on approach to Point Nepean National Park.
Continue on to the Cheviot Hill ‘Kiss Stop’ for a refresh before heading on to Fort Nepean – the western-most tip of the Peninsula with full panoramic views across the escarpment. The journey concludes with a gentle bushland descent along Coles Track into the Port Nepean Parade Ground and across the Finish Line, marking the end of an unforgettable day on one of the best hikes near Melbourne!
THRILLING 30KM
30KM ROUTE MAP
30km teams, setting off at sunrise, will embark on one of the most scenic hikes near Melbourne, following a clockwise loop of the Peninsula that starts and finishes at Point Nepean. Return trekkers, take note – this year, we’re hiking clockwise, not anti-clockwise.
Follow the The Bay Trail coastline on the bay side of the Peninsula passing by the Sorrento-Queenscliff Ferry Terminal – a picture-perfect spot with stunning views across Port Phillip Bay Heads, making it a highlight of hikes near Melbourne. Continue along the coastline on a mix of paved pathways and natural trails, including the aptly named ‘Millionaires Walk’ (cha-ching!).
Cross over to the back side of the peninsula via the Tuckey Trail to join Coppins Track. Continue along Coppins Track to Sorrento SLSC before experiencing the wild waves of Portsea back beach for 1.5km of slopey, slinky, soft sand to Portsea Surf club. Join the Farnsworth Track to London Bridge lookout before re-entering Point Nepean National Park at Wilson Folly.
Head inland along Butlers Track, where you’ll reach the ‘10km to go’ mark on approach to Point Nepean National Park.
Continue on to the Cheviot Hill ‘Kiss Stop’ for a refresh before heading on to Fort Nepean – the western-most tip of the Peninsula with full panoramic views across the escarpment. The journey concludes with a gentle bushland descent into the Port Nepean Parade Ground and across the Finish Line, marking the end of an unforgettable day on one of the best hikes near Melbourne!
FABULOUS 50KM
50KM ROUTE MAP
50km teams will set off at dawn from Cape Schanck Lighthouse, an iconic landmark on the southern tip of the Mornington Peninsula , embarking on one of the most exhilarating hikes near Melbourne. The route follows undulating trails through dense native scrub along The Coastal Walk track, hugging the coastline.
You’ll get the highest elevation on the route (121m) out of the way early before a descent off the track to Gunnamatta Beach. A 1.4km stretch of sand, before re-entering the track at the Surf Club. From there, a 3.4km soft sand trek along St. Andrews Beach offers breathtaking views of the wild open ocean stretching out to Bass Strait, a memorable highlight of hikes near Melbourne.
You’ll continue back on the bush track until another 1km sand walk at Number Sixteen Beach, followed by a scenic 3km trail through to Blairgowrie, before joining the Coppins Track through to Sorrento. This stretch includes recommended vantage points like Diamond Bay and St. Paul’s Beach lookouts, making it a must-visit for anyone exploring hikes near Melbourne.
Continue around Coppins Track, up to Coppins Lookout and through Sorrento Village, crossing the Peninsula to the Sorrento-Queenscliff Ferry Terminal – a picture perfect spot with views across Port Phillip Bay Heads, and continue along the coastline on a mix of paved pathways and natural trails, including the aptly named ‘Millionaires Walk’ (cha-ching!).
Some limited sand walking on Shelley Beach and Portsea Front Beach before heading inland along Butlers Track, where you’ll reach the ‘10km to go’ mark on approach to Point Nepean National Park.
Continue on to the Cheviot Hill ‘Kiss Stop’ for a refresh before heading on to Fort Nepean – the western-most tip of the Peninsula with full panoramic views across the escarpment. Follow gently sloping bushland on Coles Track for the final descent into the Port Nepean Parade Ground for a rewarding finish to one of the best hikes near Melbourne!
Access Coastrek maps via AllTrails App
You can access the new Coastrek Mornington Peninsula 2025 route on your phone via the AllTrails App! First download the All Trails App onto your phone via the App Store or Google Play, then click on the relevant Map links below to access the Coastrek route within the All Trails App. The App is free so you don't need to pay for it or download the map, just save it as a favourite :)
To save the Coastrek route as a 'favourite', click on the relevant event map link below via a desktop computer and click the ribbon icon in the top left corner. Then, open up your AllTrails app on your phone and click on the 'saved' menu item on the bottom of the screen. The route will appear there!
Hard copy - Coastrek Mornington Peninsula Map Guide
Wanting to keep it old school? We still have a hard copy map guide available as a simpler alternative to the All Trails maps.
Map GPX Files - Coastrek Mornington Peninsula map GPX files
Want to download the map onto your smart watch or you have an existing map app that you'd prefer to use? This is an alternative you can download and install to your preferred device or app.
20KM MAP GPX FILE - COMING SOON
Please note: All Coastrek routes are subject to change. We attempt, at all times, to adhere to the advised route. As we are immersed in nature, however, there may sometimes be circumstances beyond our control (tides, fallen trees/branches, other safety aspects as advised by local councils) that require us to slightly alter the route. In any such cases these will be clearly marked and identified on event day.
MAP DISCLAIMER: Event distances are approximate and may vary, detour or change on event day due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, safety considerations or if Chris Hemsworth is spotted on the beach. Just kidding. Or are we?
