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Covetrip / Beach / Cape Schanck, VIC, Australia

Cape Schanck Back Beach

4.8 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Cape Schanck Back Beach is at Cape Schanck, VIC, Australia in Mornington Peninsula, Australia.

Cape Schanck Back Beach at Cape Schanck, VIC, Australia. Exposed wild beach with powerful surf and open horizon. Shore type: sand. Use the map and nearby stays on this page to plan access and overnight options.

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At a glance

Water temperature
14 °C
Sea state
Rough
Waves
2.3 m
Shoreline
site.features.sand
Region
Mornington Peninsula
Country
Australia

Frequently asked questions

Where is Cape Schanck Back Beach?

Cape Schanck, VIC, Australia

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Mornington Peninsula, Australia

Is it good for swimming?

Check local conditions and lifeguard advice; beaches vary with surf and currents.

How do I find nearby hotels?

See the stays section on this page for properties within driving distance.

7-day forecast

19/09
21°
13°
Wind 32 km/h
UV index 6
20/09
22°
13°
Wind 41 km/h
UV index 6
21/09
13°
9°
Wind 32 km/h
UV index 6
22/09
13°
6°
Wind 17 km/h
UV index 6
23/09
16°
7°
Wind 13 km/h
UV index 6
24/09
25°
12°
Wind 20 km/h
UV index 3
25/09
23°
18°
Wind 28 km/h
UV index 6

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan
18.1°
Feb
18.9°
Mar
18.9°
Apr
17.4°
May
16.4°
Jun
15.1°
Jul
13.8°
Aug
13.3°
Sep
13.6°
Oct
14.2°
Nov
15.1°
Dec
16.3°

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