Sorrento Ocean Beach
The 400m long Sorrento Ocean or Back Beach is a popular beach for sun bathers and those wanting more action than at the Sorrento Bay Beach and is relatively safe under average waves. The beach has a General Hazard Rating of 6/10 (Moderately hazardous).
The beach lies at the end of Ocean Beach Road, 1.5 km south of the bayside town of Sorrento. There is a large car park and a picnic area, as well as a lifesaving club, on the bluffs behind the beach.
The beach lies in a natural amphitheatre formed by the protruding western headland and the patchy offshore reefs. The beach faces south-west and waves average 1.6 m over the reefs, but are lower at the beach.
Beach Patrol
The beach is patrolled by Sorrento SLSC (VIC). Patrol Calendar.
Swimming
Moderately safe on the inner section of the bar at high tide and clear of the rocks; however, watch the rips and rocks at low tide. Stay between the flags.
Surfing
Usually a low shore break at the beach.
Fishing
At low tide deep water can be fished from the rock platforms.
Access for Dogs:
Dogs are not permitted.
Location
250 Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento 3943 Map
Web Links
→ Sorrento Ocean/Back Beach (BeachSafe)
→ Sorrento SLSC
→ Sorrento SLSC (VIC) on Facebook
