Phillip Island Weekend Away
A packed agenda organised by Gayle, Margaret, and the team. Covers Saturday and Sunday's events as well as some extras for those arriving on the Friday.
Friday Night - 23rd August
For those who may be arriving late afternoon near sunset time, but are
getting close to Phillip Island, you could stop at Grantville for a sunset
shot.
Turn right into
Pier Road.
Otherwise, sunset at San Remo at the bridge.
Dinner at the
San Remo hotel at 6.30pm. (need to check on sunset times)
Need to book a week in advance.
Possible astro photography session
Saturday- 24th August
Sunrise: Cleeland Bight
- Take the Woolami Beach Road off the Phillip Island Road.
- Turn left at The Cranny, and follow the road to Vista Drive.
- Turn right.
- Turn left into Cottesloe Avenue.
- Parking and toilets at the end.
Free time
Explore the island, or checkout one of the places of interest listed below.
1.30pm: Churchill Island.
- Entry fees are $13.20 adult/$9.20 pensioner. Group discount available.
- Café facilities available.
- The island closes at 4.30pm.
Sunset: Red Rocks Point.
- Meet there are 4.45pm.
- Head back towards Cowes on the Phillip Island Road,
- Turn left into Ventnor Road,
- then right into Red Rocks Road.
- Rock formations, suitable for a model. Interesting colour in rocks.
Note: Access to the rocks by the closest carparking area is by steps Otherwise a path leads to the beach, then walk left along to the rocks. Toilets available Dinner at the RSL. At 6.30 (again need to check on sunset times) Need to book a week in advance. Copies of menu available.

Possible astro photography session
Sunday- 25th August
Sunrise at the Rhyll Jetty, or Newhaven Yacht Club lookout, or San Remo bridge.
In the morning after breakfast, head off to Pyramid Rock for some long exposure photography. You will need your tripod and an ND filter, and remote shutter release or cable release for best results.
Free time to take in one or more of the following options.
Places of Interest
- Phillip Island Wildlife park
Entrance fee applies - Oswin Roberts reserve
- Magic lands.
Best visited at low tide to see the rock formations covered in bright green sea moss.
This is a beautiful area rarely visited by tourists. (description taken from Photorangers) - Pyramid Rock.
Boardwalk takes you to viewing platforms that allow you to view stunning coastal landscape. - The Nobbies.
The western tip of Phillip Island offers spectacular views along the southern coast.
Walk along the boardwalk to the amazing blowhole. - Swan Lake Trail
Offers two viewing hides for birdwatchers. Located near the Penguin Parade.