Big Drift Walk (4.5km) VIC > Trail Hiking Australia

Big Drift Walk is a 4.5km, grade 3 hike located in the Wilsons Promontory National Park, Victoria. The hike should take around 2 hrs to complete.

Length: 4.5km

Duration: 2 hrs

Grade: 3

Style: Return

Start: Stockyard Campground

End: Stockyard Campground

Location: Wilsons Promontory National Park

Closest town: Yanakie

Victoria

From state capital: 196km

Longitude: 146.24710857868197

Latitude: -38.859059163981435

Hike summary

Just inside the entrance to Wilsons Prom, the Big Drift Walk is accessed from Stockyard Campground. Follow the management vehicle track along the park boundary to the northern flank of Big Drift. Scale the sand dune to find expansive views of the ever-changing dunes. The inland dunes provide an exceptional place for photography, both day and night. They are home to an array of stunning wildlife. Sports such as sand dune surfing can open up new experiences for the adrenaline seekers too.

Route and GPX file

Total distance: 4511 m
Max elevation: 52 m
Min elevation: 29 m
Total climbing: 69 m
Total descent: -67 m

Download file: Big Drift Walk.gpx

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About the region

Welcome to Wilsons Prom, the southernmost tip of mainland Australia. Walk remote coastal bushland trails and swim at pristine beaches dominated by granite tors. Camp in comfort at family-friendly Tidal River or hike to a more secluded campsite. Either way, the local wombats, kangaroos and emus are waiting to meet you.

Swim at Norman Beach - just a few minutes' walk from Tidal River Campground, or go snorkelling for a unique underwater view of Victoria's largest marine national park. Bring the family and camp in comfort at Tidal River. Choose from powered or unpowered sites or stay in roofed accommodation.

Scale the granite peaks of Mount Bishop or Mount Oberon for panoramic views, or enjoy an overnight hike in The Prom. In the north there's a remote and rugged wilderness to explore, while the south is home to the historic Wilsons Promontory Lightstation and Sealers Cove.

Feel the sand between your toes at some of the more secluded beaches of Wilsons Prom, from Cotters Beach to Whisky Bay and Fairy Cove. Check out Big Drift, an impressive inland sand dune system, one of the Prom's well kept secrets. You can book a free all-terrain wheelchair, TrailRider or beach wheelchair to explore the great outdoors at Wilsons Promontory National Park.

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