Fingal Beach to Gunnamatta Coastal Walk

Let's explore the beautiful Mornington Peninsula National Park with a 10km hike along beautiful beaches and coastal scenery!

Join us for a dramatic Social Walk through Mornington Peninsula National Park, exploring scenic coastal trails and breathtaking ocean views along the Cape Schanck coastline. This 10km hike showcases the rugged beauty of Fingal Beach and surrounding clifftops, offering the perfect mix of movement, scenery and social connection.

Our Social Walks are a great way to get outdoors, meet new people and experience some of Victoria’s most beautiful walking tracks together.

👉 Stay up to date with all our events in our Facebook Group – Melbourne Social Walks

ABOUT SOCIAL WALKS 💬

We are Social Walks, one of Melbourne’s largest outdoor social communities. With thousands of members and hundreds of events each year, our mission is to bring people together through nature, connection and fun.

✅ Fully insured and licensed tour operators with Parks Victoria
✅ All events led by friendly, experienced and first aid trained hosts
✅ $2.40 from every ticket sold inside Parks Victoria parks goes directly back into maintaining and protecting these beautiful spaces 🌿

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WHAT YOU WILL SEE AND EXPERIENCE 🌟

✨ Stunning coastal trails and clifftop views
✨ Fingal Beach and rugged shoreline scenery
✨ Rolling ocean views and fresh sea air
✨ A steady, social-paced hike
✨ Plenty of photo opportunities along the way

WALK DETAILS 📍

🗓️ Date: 15th February 2026
🕗 Start: Arrive by 09:30am for a 10:00am sharp departure
📍 Meeting Point: Cape Schanck Carpark, 422 Cape Schanck Rd, Cape Schanck VIC 3939
📏 Distance: Approx. 10km
🚶 Difficulty: Moderate (7/10)
⏱️ Walk Duration: Approx. 3 – 3.5 hours

WHY JOIN SOCIAL WALKS 👥

🌿 Explore one of the Mornington Peninsula’s most scenic coastal areas
🌿 Enjoy dramatic ocean views and fresh coastal air
🌿 Walk at a supportive and social pace
🌿 Meet friendly, like-minded people

WHAT TO BRING 🥾

💧 1–2L of water
🍏 Snacks
☀️ Sun protection
📸 Optional camera or phone for photos

WHAT TO WEAR 👟

👟 Comfortable hiking or trail shoes
🧥 Weather-appropriate clothing

GETTING THERE 🚗

🚙 Driving is recommended — parking is available at Cape Schanck Carpark
🚊 Public transport options are limited — carpooling is encouraged
⏰ Please arrive by 09:30am to allow time for check-in before we depart at 10:00am

FINISH 🏁

We’ll finish back at the carpark by early afternoon before heading to a nearby venue for a celebratory drink or bite to eat.

GOOD TO KNOW ⚠️

🔞 Ages 18+
⏱️ Event duration approx. 5 hours (including social time after the walk)
🌧️ Event goes ahead rain or shine (rescheduled only in extreme weather)
✅ Social Walks events are always professionally hosted and fully insured

YOUR GUIDE 👋

This walk will be guided by Nathan, creating a welcoming, supportive and social group atmosphere throughout the hike.

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