Kitty Miller Bay

Kitty Miller Bay on Phillip Island is a secret gem loved for its scenery and history. It’s an off-the-beaten-track destination with a different vibe from the hustle and bustle of the popular tourist spots. Kitty Miller Bay has it all: a beautiful beach and big rock platforms, whether you’re a nature lover, a history buff, or just looking for some peace and quiet.

The Coastline

The coastline of Kitty Miller Bay is unbeatable 500m of beach with sand and gravel, deep blue water and cliffs behind. There are cliffs around that offer ocean views and pretty scenery; so perfect for beach walks and exploring this kind of place. Beach sections, rock platforms and waves play with colours and give you stunning views.

What’s Special About Kitty Miller Bay?

It’s the combination of natural beauty and historical significance that sets Kitty Miller Bay apart. Some examples are the basalt platform shorelines on the bay which offer stunning views across the coastline and offshore basalt platform levels and others that make you appreciate how different landscapes can be from the deep blue waters of Bass Strait. Take a scenic Phillip Island tour from Melbourne to witness the beautiful Kitty Miller Bay. Marvel at the impressive basalt platforms and deep blue waters of Bass Strait in this stunning location.

Facts

Kitty Miller Bay has a history dating back to the 19th century. Its name honours one of the first settlers who made it a busy port for small ships. The bay hosts SS Speke remains so it’s even more interesting. Poor navigation resulted in this shipwreck so that’s added some historic mystery to the bay.

SS Speke

The main attraction at Kitty Miller Bay is the SS Speke shipwreck. This historic wreck is situated on top of a rocky ledge. A visit to this relic will take you through its remains and tell you its story.

Colour

The most apparent feature of Kitty Miller Bay is colour. The deep blue water against golden sand and dark basalt rocks is a colourful and beautiful landscape. This colour contrast is especially dramatic at sunrise and sunset.

How to Get There

From the Phillip Island town centre just follow the road to Kitty Miller Bay and signs will direct you there. This takes about 20 minutes and is a beautiful drive. Once you arrive parking is right near the beach so everyone can get in.

Walks & Trails

If you want to get out and about more, there are great walks and trails in Kitty Miller Bay. For example, the famous cliff track, which is part of the Altona Coastal Park Sea Cliff Nature Walks, has fantastic ocean views, and you can experience the rugged beauty of the south coast. There is a walk that takes you to Bay Head Beach – it’s a 2km return walk on a footpath for about an hour. The cliff route has excellent views over the coastal landscape, which is perfect for photographers or nature lovers who want to capture this scenery.

Crab Hunting

Kitty Miller Bay is famous for crab hunting, especially at low tide. Local crabs can be found on the rocky platform and gravel beach. This water fun is great for kids and adults, so it is perfect for a family day out.

FAQ

When is the best time to visit Kitty Miller Bay?

From late spring to early autumn which is the warmer months and when the beach weather is good for swimming and beach walks. Light winds and good ocean conditions make it perfect for water sports or just playing in the waves.

How do I get to Kitty Miller Bay from the Phillip Island township?

You can drive down Kitty Miller Road to get to Kitty Miller Bay. It takes about 20 minutes and there is parking close by the beach.

What else can I do at Kitty Miller Bay?

At this location you can beach swim, crab hunt on the shore, walk the cliff track which has bush views and visit the SS Speke shipwreck which has been here for centuries. The area has excellent ocean views and water sports.

How long does the walk to Bay Head Beach take?

The walk to bay head beach is a 2km return and takes about an hour. Plus you get great coastal views on the cliff track.

Can I surf at Kitty Miller Bay?

Kitty Miller Bay has good surfing with clean waves but it’s more suited to casual visitors including families; advanced surfers would probably prefer other breaks that suit their level nearby rather than this easy wave and shape.

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