Point Nepean is truly one of Victoria's beautiful natural landscapes. A special place with so much to see and discover.

It has a rich history and played an important role in shaping the early settlement, quarantine and defence of Victoria.

The park is located at the very tip of the Mornington Peninsula, with outstanding coastal scenery and panoramic views of Bass Strait, the Rip and Port Phillip Bay.

Explore the military forts and tunnels, discover the historic Quarantine Station, view the memorial where Prime Minister Harold Holt went missing or simply enjoy the coastal surrounds.

Opening hours

• The park is open every day.
• Vehicle access to park is available from 8am - 5pm daily.
• The park is accessible at all times by foot or bicycle.
• The Information Centre is open 10am - 5pm daily (closed Christmas Day)

Functions and Events at Point Nepean

The picturesque Point Nepean National Park has been the venue for many functions and events. Parks Victoria is continuously working to enhance and expand on these opportunities and as part of this Point Nepean will undergo a major transformation this year with the roll-out of a $13.88 million project to upgrade the core infrastructure giving improved visitor access to the historic Quarantine Station.  As a result of this major works program, Parks Victoria will not be taking new bookings for any private functions or major events that would be held in the remainder of the 2012 year.  The events offer will resume in 2013.

Expressions of Interest to hold a private function or event at Point Nepean in 2013

NOW OPEN

Parks Victoria is currently seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitably qualified individuals or organisations wishing to hold events at Point Nepean National Park for the period of January to November 2013. Examples of events deemed appropriate for the park include: wedding ceremonies and receptions, private functions, exhibitions, conferences and seminars, meetings, launches, picnics and reunions, fun runs and outdoor events and festivals.

Download the EOI documents and application form here.

 EOI document (pdf)
 Application Form (pdf)
 Application Form (Word) – Note: applications submitted in electronic format are preferred.

Applications close 2.00pm Friday 22 June 2012.

How to get there

Point Nepean is located 90km from Melbourne. In addition to car access, public transport options include a train service from Melbourne to Frankston followed by a bus to Portsea.

From the other side of Port Phillip Bay, the Queenscliff to Sorrento ferry operates on the hour from 7am to 6pm (with extended summer hours).

Aboriginal Traditional Owners

Parks Victoria acknowledges the Aboriginal Traditional Owners of Victoria - including its parks and reserves. Through their cultural traditions, Aboriginal people maintain their connection to their ancestral lands and waters. Further information is available from Aboriginal Affairs Victoria AAV and Native Title Services Victoria