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Cape Schanck Lighthouse Reserve

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The Cape Schanck Lighthouse is a fascinating piece of Victoria's history. The museum and lighthouse are open to the public every day for tours. Nearby walking tracks in the Mornington Peninsula National Park lead to lookouts with spectacular views of the coast.

The Cape Schanck Lighthouse has served shipping since 1859. It was built from dressed limestone and sandstone and is significant because the original mechanisms are still in place.

Note - The ocean beaches are often too dangerous for swimming and visitors are strongly advised to take care. Nearby Gunnamatta Beach is patrolled on summer weekends and holidays but please swim between the flags.

Cape Schanck Lighthouse
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Things to do: *Take a walk to the tip of Cape Schanck and see Pulpit Rock and spectacular basalt cliffs. *Enjoy your lunch at The Pines Picnic Area where there are electric barbeques. *Observe marine life in the rock pools. *Stay overnight in on-site accommodation including the old limestone Keeper's Cottage. *Take a guided tour of the historic lighthouse - 10am - 5pm daily at 1/2 hour intervals (fees apply) *See great coastal scenery following the Bushrangers Bay Nature Walk (2 hrs)
Facilities: Accommodation is available in the old lighthouse buildings, including the old Keeper's Cottage. Situated in a fully enclosed compound, this limestone cottage has three large bedrooms, a separate lounge room with a gas heater and high ceilings, a formal dining room and separate kitchen. It can accommodate up to 11 people.