Cape Schanck Lighthouse
Cape Schanck, Victoria
A 1859 lighthouse on basalt cliffs at the southern tip of the Mornington Peninsula, with boardwalks down to a rugged coast. Wind and swell can be strong, so keep well back from the edge.
- Nearest town
- Cape Schanck, Victoria
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- -38.4964, 144.8870
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually October–April. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Cape Schanck Lighthouse?
Cape Schanck Lighthouse is in Cape Schanck, Victoria, at GPS -38.4964, 144.8870.
Which road trips pass Cape Schanck Lighthouse?
Cape Schanck Lighthouse is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Mornington Peninsula and Phillip Island.
What is there to see near Cape Schanck Lighthouse?
Places worth a stop nearby: Arthurs Seat (19 km), The Nobbies and Seal Rocks (20 km), Penguin Parade, Phillip Island (22 km) and Point Nepean and Fort Nepean (31 km).
When is the best time to visit Cape Schanck Lighthouse?
The most pleasant months are usually October–April. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)