Ocean Grove

Ocean Grove has appealed to holiday-makers for a century or more, and it’s not hard to see why. The face of the town has changed dramatically over that time, but the reason people flock here hasn’t.
Sun, Sand and Surf
Even at the busiest of times you can find an uncrowded bit of beach at Ocean Grove. It stretches for 10 kilometres from Point Lonsdale to Barwon Heads. Bring the esky, the sunscreen, some shade, buckets, spades and cricket gear, and make a day of it.
It’s a beach that’ll please everyone – from beginner surfers and boogie boarders to seasoned professionals – anyone can catch a wave here. You get decent swells at times but the main beach is regarded as safe for families, and is patrolled from early summer through to Easter.
Shopping and Eating
Lined by Norfolk Pines, the main street is known as The Terrace. It retains a coastal charm but offers a bustling retail precinct. There is another retail area at Market Place on Shell Road.
The town dishes up a variety of possibilities when it comes to dining – from take away and al fresco to restaurants serving fine cuisine from different parts of the world. And on the subject of dining (and wining), drop in to Oakdene Vineyard and Restaurant while you’re in the area.
Natural Wonders
If it’s not beach weather, or you’re looking for a different outdoor experience – explore Ocean Grove Nature Reserve off Grubb Road. It’s the Bellarine’s largest pocket of remnant vegetation, covering more than 140 hectares and home to more than 130 bird species and other fauna, including wallabies and koalas. Head out for a quiet stroll or make an afternoon of it by enjoying a barbecue or picnic while you’re there. There are other walking and cycling trails in the area too, which take in the Begola Wetlands, Kingston Park, Ocean Grove Park and Blue Waters Lake.