Wilsons Promontory Southern Circuit
Wilsons Prom’s southern coves, the historic lighthouse and granite headlands
The route
The line through Wilsons Prom, Victoria, Australia - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.
Waypoints
- 1Tidal River trailheadTrailhead
Loop start [interpolated - upgrade in research]
Approximate node - GPS and name to be upgraded in deeper research.
- 2Mid-loop camp/hutCamp
Staging (approx) [interpolated - upgrade in research]
Approximate node - GPS and name to be upgraded in deeper research.
- 3High pointSummit
High point of the loop [interpolated - upgrade in research]
Approximate node - GPS and name to be upgraded in deeper research.
- 4Tidal River trailhead (finish)Trailhead
Loop close [interpolated - upgrade in research]
Approximate node - GPS and name to be upgraded in deeper research.
Season & conditions
Year-round (peak-season ballot)
Coastal wind and rain; cool nights
Open year-round; a peak-season campsite ballot applies. Confirm.
On the trail
Coastal heath, forest, squeaky-sand coves and a lighthouse
Non-technical walking/hiking; confirm any exposed or scrambly sections locally
Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally
Suitable for reasonably fit hikers; not wheelchair accessible - confirm specifics
Popular; ballot-gated in peak
Overnight to the lighthouse and back; the full southern circuit
Getting there & staying
Telegraph Saddle / Tidal River
Out-and-back/loop - no shuttle needed
Designated hike-in campsites (booked); lighthouse cottages (paid)
Layered outdoor kit, sturdy footwear, sun/rain protection, ample water; patchy mobile coverage - carry a map/PLB where remote
Services in Tidal River; limited or none on the trail
Not required; self-guided
Permits & safety
Parks Victoria campsite bookings (peak-season ballot for Tidal River). Confirm.
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Tides on some crossings, weather, remoteness at the lighthouse
Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.