The rugged Bunurong coastline is home to many beautiful secluded beach sites perfect for beach play and rock pool exploring but The Caves has even more secrets to tell. It’s 8 minutes from Inverloch town centre, heading west towards Cape Paterson, you turn left into the carpark just after Flat Rocks. What are the secrets held there? More than 15,000 dinosaur teeth and fossils have been found on the beach and rocks, perhaps you will be the explorer who finds the next one.

Plan ahead so you arrive at low tide, when the rock platforms are exposed and you are able to hunt for the dinosaur footprint just 100m north north-east of where the stairs and beach meet. Allow plenty of time to explore the site, read about the dinosaurs and immerse yourself in the beauty of today whilst imagining the going ons of the past.

To take your dinosaur exploration even further why not join one of the Dinosaur Discovery activities being run by the South Gippsland Conservation Society these school holidays. Tickets available through South Gippsland Conservation Society– click here for more details. The Dinosaur dreaming experience is extremely popular as our presenter’s knowledge and enthusiasm for dinosaurs is infectious so we advise you check dates available and book early.

Inverloch, offers a plethora of recreational activities and classes and equipment to hire that cater to all ages and fitness levels. Whether you're a resident or a visitor, getting active in Inverloch is an exciting way to experience the natural beauty of our picturesque town.

For tennis enthusiasts, cardio tennis sessions provide a fantastic way to improve your game while getting a high-energy workout. These dynamic classes combine tennis drills with cardiovascular exercises, ensuring you stay fit while having fun on the court.

The stunning coastline of Inverloch is perfect for surfing lessons. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, local surf schools offer expert instruction to help you ride the waves with confidence. For a more serene water experience, stand-up paddleboard (SUP) lessons or canoe hire are a great choice. Glide across the calm waters, taking in the breathtaking scenery while enjoying a full-body workout.

For those who prefer land-based adventures, horsemanship experiences provide an opportunity to connect with nature and animals. Guided horse rides along scenic trails offer a unique perspective of Inverloch's landscape, suitable for riders of all skill levels.

If you're seeking a unique thrill, try a cold ocean water plunge with the Inverloch Icebergs (6:30am Tuesday mornings, just head to the Yacht Club car park) Invigorating and refreshing, this activity is a perfect way to rejuvenate your body and mind.

Inverloch's diverse range of activities ensures there's something for everyone. A number of local businesses can help you get outside and get active.

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Starting from the Inverloch Foreshore Camping Reserve the Screw Creek Nature Walk is the perfect way for the family to get back to nature and enjoy everything Inverloch ; including wetlands heavily populated with birdlife and a wide variety of plants and vegetation.

It’s a fairly easy walk, well signed and with all the excitement of natural paths, boardwalks and a fabulous bridge over Screw Creek. Stop and watch the tidal flow and hunt for the pink crabs during low tide; watching them dancing in and out of their holes. The path meanders up to the lookout at Townsend Bluff where you can enjoy gorgeous views over Anderson Inlet and play spotto for majestic spoonbills, pelicans and herons.

At the top of the Bluff, you can find the famous Inverloch magic tree where the kids can hunt for fairies and look up for koalas resting in the higher branches and surrounding gum trees.

Before heading off make sure you have your copy of the Screw Creek walk scavenger hunt, so the kids are entertained along the way and if the tide allows it, step out onto the sand and try to perfect the iconic Screw Creek Bridge hold photograph.

Location: Inverloch

Duration: Take your time, enjoy the views allow 40mins

Grade: Level 2 (there are a couple of steps and a slight incline)

Access: Track surfaces include soft sand, compacted gravel, boardwalks and steps. Dogs (on leads) welcome, no bikes or scooters

Start/ finish: Inverloch Foreshore Camping Reserve car park.

This holiday season in Inverloch offers more than just surfing and sunbathing, it presents an opportunity for an unforgettable seaside treasure hunt to delight the whole family. Once you have prepared your explorer to take on the quest download your treasure sheets; selecting from Inverloch Pier, Inverloch Birds, Screw Creek, Camping or Flat Rocks and decide where the adventure will begin. The hidden treasures are not just in the sand but in the moments you will share. Just remember some of Inverloch is National Park and the removal of shells and other earthly treasures is prohibited. So take photos of what you find, tick them off your explorer sheets or for the most fun, draw them

To find out more and download the PDF ‘s click here

Keen to drop in a line and maybe catch dinner or just have a bit of fun with the kids and a fishing rod? Anderson Inlet is a flat estuary system full of mangroves and plenty of fish all year round. If you follow the Screw Creek nature trail and veer left you will stumble across secluded fishing spots, safely fenced so kids can throw in a line and parents can sit and immerse themselves in the beautiful natural surrounds of the waterway.

Of course for a more active fishing experience you can throw a line in at the Inverloch jetty or chat to the experts at the Inverloch Fishing and Outdoor Shop. They have all the gear, all the local knowledge as well as the tide charts and bait. The Inverloch jetty is also the place to go to spot a stingray. Often these majestic creatures can be seen cruising around the shallows and exploring the jetty

It’s always fun to explore a new play ground and in Inverloch there are two that everyone loves the most.

Wyeth-Mcnamara / Rainbow Park

This playground is a definite must for families with primary school and young children. It’s got plenty of fun equipment for the kids and is positioned close to fabulous takeaway food (MK Thai, Paradise Pizza and Inverloch Fish and Chips) and coffee shops. There is plenty of parking , wheelchair access and toilets on site PLUS undercover BBQ facilities, tables and chairs or lovely shade trees for you to pull up a picnic rug to sit on and watch the kids laugh and play.

If park play is to become beach play Rainbow Park is located within footsteps of the foreshore area.

Location: 5 Ramsey Blvd, Inverloch

Wallace Ave Community Park

You may not know this but in the quiet back streets of Inverloch a dinosaur still lurks and he would love for you to come and play with him. The Koolasuchus cleelandi is a giant amphibian who roamed around San Remo and Inverloch over 125 million years ago and a life size sculpture of this amazing creature is the centerpiece of the fabulous Wallace Ave open space community park. Dinosaur foot steps pave the way to the sculpture which you are encouraged to climb and play on as you step back in time to imagine you are in a reedy riverbank just like the one in which the real creature would have inhabited. The park is surrounded in art from local students, information plaques to explore and picnic tables upon which you can refresh, or even have a game of chess.

Location: 16 Wallace Ave, Inverloch

The Glade

The glad is a fabulous open space with BBQ facilities, an old fashioned rotunda and wide open spaces to fly a kite, throw a frisbee or kick a ball.

Location : The Esplanade Inverloch

R.A.C.V. resort

At the RACV Resort Inverloch as a visitor you could simple walk around the facilities and spot wildlife with the kids and enjoy the ocean views. For a bit more fun visitors are also welcome to head to the adventure playground to ride the flying fox and tackle the bouncing pillow. Perhaps you love the facilities so much you will choose to stay there next visit to Inverloch.

Location: 70 Cape Paterson-Inverloch Rd, Inverloch

Skate Park

The park has a variety of elements suitable for all skill levels, including ramps, rails, bowls, and ledges, making it great for both beginners and advanced skaters. Inverloch Skate Park has a strong community atmosphere. It’s a popular spot for local skaters and visitors, fostering a friendly and inclusive environment. The park is well-kept, with smooth surfaces and clean surroundings, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for skaters and there are toilets next to the park.

Location : Reilly St, Inverloch

Explore further - Wonthaggi Guide Park!

Looking for the perfect spot for a day of fun and adventure? Why not head to Wonthaggi and check out the Guide Park? This much loved play space has had a recent re development and there are now so many new adventures to be had and areas to explore.

Location : 238 Bushland Reserve Wonthaggi

The Inverloch library is always a hive of fun activities for those looking for some quieter indoor time. The Inverloch library is open Mon-Sat with a holiday activity program. Wonthaggi and Leongatha library also run fun activites and events

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Grab your kids, bikes, runners, prams and the dog and make sure you complete all or part of the Inverloch Foreshore shared path. Starting from the Inverloch Corner Store – Cuttris St the path is 5kms return or you can stop and play along the way as it has numerous access points to the foreshore. Passing both the Inverloch jetty and Rainbow Park playground, there are beautiful views of Anderson Inlet and Point Smythe along the way as well as coffee / milk shake stops at either end.

This is an easy walk by foot, in a wheelchair or with other mobility aids, with no roads to cross except driveways to the jetty and carpark.

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The Inverloch shell museum is a hidden gem of discovery that you really must explore with the kids. It’s inside the Bunurong Environment centre in the heart of Inverloch so just a short stroll from Rainbow Park, coffee shops and as with many great seashells it’s just beside the sea shore. Noted as being one of the world’s best displays of shells with over 6,000 specimens on display, including many local varieties. The kids will love looking into the windows of the shell houses and admiring the colours and sizes of all the different varieties but we expect the highlight will be the touch table. Kids are encouraged to hold and feel the shells and raise them to their ears to hear the ocean. There is a small fee to enter the Shell Museum so take a few gold coins if you have them, but you won’t be disappointed with this slow paced sensory experience for the kids.

Once inside the Bunurong Environment Centre you will also want to fossick through the gift shop and visit the discovery room, you may even want to find out more about the school holiday activities program including rockpool rambles, art from nature, wildlife at night and many more.

Click here to look and book one of the many activities available

For lovers of the surf and the crashing of the waves Inverloch Surf side beach will be where you want to head but for those who like to stay upright Anderson Inlet is the perfect place to swim, snorkel or paddle with the kids. The inlet is a calm and protected beach ideal for stand up paddle boarding and canoe fun. You can cruise Anderson Inlet by starting at the Angling Club and paddle down to the jetty. For a complete change of scenery you may like to explore the mangroves of the estuary and float down Screw Creek (best to float Screw Creek at high tide) . Offshore Surf School can help with your equipment hire if you don't have room to fit that canoe in the car!

For families who love to run don’t forget Inverloch Park run is every Saturday morning from Rotary Centenary Park Ramsey Boulevard from 8:00am

If you are keen to take the family on a biking adventure you could hit Inverloch’s famous foreshore path and take in stunning water views over 4kms of gentle pathway. If you and the family are feeling adventurous you can take on the Great Southern and Bass Coast Rail Trail which are fabulous stretches of biking trails for off road beginners or the more experienced riders. What’s best is that you can ride as far as you want and stop in at the next town or just enjoy a short scenic ride. There are plenty of spots not far out of Inverloch along the paths to park the car and get out on the bikes. Drive to Konwarra and start your ride from there; heading to Leongatha or over the fabulous bridges to Meeniyan. These are lovely relatively flat pathways with stunning scenic views.

Didn’t bring bikes this trip ? Don’t worry Danny and the team from Inverloch Bike Hire run a fantastic drop off and pick up service. Chat to them about the track you want to ride and how far you want to go and they will meet you with the bikes and collect them afterwards!!! Note Ebike hire if for over 18’s and regular bike hire is for over 13’s.

A “fun things to do in Inverloch for kids” list would not be complete without pointing out that the diverse coastline of Inverloch and surrounds means there is a fabulous mix of beach experiences. Our advice is to visit a different one each day! Eagle’s Nest, Shack Bay and Flat rocks all offer plenty of adventure as you climb stairs to access the beaches or ramble over rocks to explore the exposed pools at low tide. You may want to stay close to town and dig holes, make sandcastles or just do cartwheels at the Inverloch Foreshore or Town Beach, you may want to hit the waves or bomb into the lagoon surfside or just splash in the shallows at Anderson Inlet, either way go to the beach may be the only fun activity needed on the list!

Inverloch has a quaint coastal town vibe and all of the business owners are locals who love where they live and love the visitors who come to town. So popping in and out of the Inverloch shops is fun for everyone and in doing so you are helping to support all the small business owners who work hard to ensure the Inverloch experience is first class.

Of course the kids are going to love Treat Time, after all it’s the best lolly shop in world but they will also love hunting through the toys and games at Paperplay and other fun stuff in That Eco Place. There are plenty of milkshake/ ice cream/ bakery treat options as well to keep the kids busy whilst mums and dads meander through fabulous coastal fashion stores like Mookah and Sunni Rae.

Indoor plant loving parents can also pile the kids in the car and head 5km out of town to Greener Life Inverloch where the kids can be entertained with the trampoline and giant jenga or get their hands dirty potting up a dinosaur planter as a memento of their trip to Inverloch.

Inverloch Park Run is a free weeky 5km event for all the family, taking place every Saturday from 7.45am at the Rotary Centenary Park on the Inverloch foreshore

Location: Ramsay Blvd Inverloch

Inverloch is within less than a half hour’s drive of so many other fabulous places to explore. If the weather is not ideal for getting outdoors; after completing jigsaws and playing boards games you may want to head to the just opened Magilla’s indoor mini golf in Korumburra (20 mins drive) or catch a latest release movie at Stadium 4 theatre in Leongatha (20 mins drive).

There are plenty of options around Inverloch if the kids (and adults) would love to watch a movie or even enjoy a live show. The Wonthaggi Community Arts Centre runs a pretty full schedule of movies and live performances suitable for all ages (15 minutes from Inverloch) there is the Stadium 4 cinema in Leongatha (20 minutes from Inverloch) and also the Leongtha Lyric Theatre.

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Leongatha Stadium 4 Movie Theatre

Leongatha Lyric Theatre