Local Area at RACV Inverloch Resort

Ideally positioned to enjoy the spectacular coastline, wilderness areas, and scenic hinterland along with many of the region’s popular attractions and destinations.

The main route to RACV Inverloch Resort from Melbourne is via the South Gippsland Freeway then the Bass Highway to Wonthaggi. There you can either continue straight on to Inverloch and then head 6km south-west to the resort, or take the scenic coastal road via Cape Paterson.

A leisurely two-hour drive from Melbourne and five kilometres from the Inverloch township, the resort is ideally positioned to enjoy the spectacular coastline, beautiful wilderness areas, and scenic hinterland along with many of the region’s popular tourist attractions and destinations, including Phillip Island and the beautiful Wilson’s Promontory.

There are two main routes to RACV Inverloch Resort. The first is via the South Gippsland Freeway then onto the Bass Highway (coast road), or alternatively, via the South Gippsland Freeway onto the South Gippsland Highway (Scenic Road).

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Buses leave from Inverloch to Melbourne (Southern Cross) seven days a week, four times daily during Monday to Friday, twice on Saturday and Sunday. The same number of buses depart from Melbourne (Southern Cross) to Inverloch each week.

Complimentary transfers are available to the resort from the bus stop. Just arrange this with the Inverloch Resort prior to arrival. Taxis from the bus stop to the resort cost about $15.

  • The sea by the great ocean road

    A great ocean drive

    The Bunurong Coastal Drive packs a lot into the short stretch between Cape Paterson and RACV Inverloch Resort. There are tiny coves to explore, beaches to seclude yourself on and some pretty amazing coastal formations to admire. It's just part of a wider reserve that makes up the Bunurong Marine National Park. 

    The Bunurong Coastal Drive packs a lot into the short stretch between Cape Paterson and RACV Inverloch Resort. There are tiny coves to explore, beaches to seclude yourself on and some pretty amazing coastal formations to admire. It's just part of a wider reserve that makes up the Bunurong Marine National Park. 

  • A pier in the water

    Water wonderland

    The long arm of Anderson Inlet provides countless fishing spots, coves to anchor your boat in, safe family beaches and, when the tide is low, a feeding ground for migratory waterbirds. If you don't want to get your feet wet, take the 3km-return Screw Creek Nature Walk boardwalk from the Inverloch Foreshore Camping Reserve carpark.

  • An old coal mine

    The power of coal

    The only historic coal mine experience in the Southern Hemisphere, the State Coal Mine at Wonthaggi tells the story of the mineral that's powered Victoria for more than a century. As well as the underground tour, there's a visitor centre, heritage trail, historic buildings, cafe and a sheltered barbecue area.

  • Wine and food platter

    Fresh from the farm

    West Gippsland is one of the state's major food bowls, and all over the region around Inverloch you will find farm gates selling the freshest fruits, vegetables and other produce, winery cellar doors, fine food provedores and, of course, farmers markets, all within easy reach of the resort.

    West Gippsland is one of the state's major food bowls, and all over the region around Inverloch you will find farm gates selling the freshest fruits, vegetables and other produce, winery cellar doors, fine food provedores and, of course, farmers markets, all within easy reach of the resort.

  • Phillip Island penguins

    Fill up on Phillip

    Phillip Island has the greatest variety of any visitor region in Victoria. Besides the world-famous Penguin Parade, there are experiences with seals, koalas and native birds, the working heritage farm on Churchill Island, international motor sport, great surf breaks and more. Members get discounts at many attractions on Phillip Island when pre-purchasing entry through RACV.

  • A man walks through a forest

    Prom perfection

    Wilsons Promontory is unique and not just for being the southernmost point on the Australian mainland. It's a haven for bushwalkers, campers, beachcombers, families and people who just love gazing out over a pristine wilderness. It's beautiful even from a long way off – take the scenic drive via Venus Bay, Walkerville and Fish Creek.