Great Walks

JOURNEY TO LANDS END

AS one of the four points of Australia, Land’s End is dramatically known as the most southern tip of the mainland. It is also not the easiest point to reach involving a two-day hike and an overnight camp with no vehicle access. Located in Victoria’s oldest national park, Wilsons Promontory was discovered by sea in 1798 through an expedition led by George Bass. Geographically, the most southern tip is called South Point, however due to the spectacular view and heritage of the Wilsons Promontory Lightstation another 4km southeast, the lighthouse became a popular and favourable destination visited by many. Only reachable by foot, both South Point and the lighthouse overlook the Bass Strait showcasing a spectacular view of infinite ocean. Brimming with excitement, we set ourselves the challenge to reach all four points of Australia – starting with South Point.

Driving down, Wilsons Prom's Tidal River carpark

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