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Wilsons Folly, Portsea Back Beach, Point King & Millionaires Walk
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Wilsons Folly, Portsea Back Beach, Point King & Millionaires Walk

Hosted by Over 40s Bushwalking and Hiking

Sunday 18 October 2026, 08:30Venue time (Melbourne)
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A stunning 15km loop at the tip of the Mornington Peninsula contrasting wild ocean coastline of Bass Strait with calm bay views, coastal bushland and over 200 years of history.

Highlights

A 1.5km sand beach walk on the Portsea Back Beach.
Dramatic scenery over Bass Strait from the rugged clifftops.
Coastal Moonah woodland trail past Wilsons Folly into Point Nepean National Park
Hidden Point King Beach, tucked below Portsea's grand mansions
Historic 1802 monument marking the first hoisting of the Union Jack in Australia
Clifftop Millionaires Walk with sweeping views to Melbourne, the Bellarine Peninsula and the Dandenongs
Artworks by Streeton, Boyd and Hodgkinson along the Sorrento-Portsea Artists' Trail
A peek at the grand summer mansions of Melbourne's elite
London Bridge lookout

START TIME 8.30AM

NOTE CHANGE TO MEETING PLACE
Public Toilets Police Point Car park
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LUNCH VENUE
Rosebud Hotel https://share.google/EEvTk1n3o9Bovlebe

What to bring

💧 Water: 1.5–2 L, more if hot
🥪 Food & snacks
🧢 Hat
🧴 Sunscreen
🥾 Proper hiking shoes/boots
🧥 Light rain/wind jacket — weather can change quickly
📱 Fully charged phone + power bank
🩹 Small first-aid kit
🦟 Insect repellent

Participation Disclaimer —

By RSVPing to this hike you acknowledge and agree that:

Participation is entirely at your own risk
Hiking involves physical activity in a natural environment where hazards may exist including uneven terrain, weather changes and coastal cliff edges
You are responsible for assessing your own fitness and suitability for the walk
You must carry adequate water, sun protection, appropriate footwear and any personal medication you may require
Host/guide accepts no liability for injury, illness, loss or damage sustained during the event
The Host/guide reserves the right to turn back or modify the route at any time in the interest of group safety.

In the event of an emergency, you consent to first aid being administered and emergency services being contacted on your behalf.

Please ensure you read the full event details before attending. If you have any health concerns or injuries, contact Russell on mob 0411 888 024 prior to the hike.

thanks

Russell

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