Rye Ocean Beach

Rye Ocean Beach is a stunning beach located in Mornington, Australia. The beach stretches for about 16 km and boasts soft, golden sand.

The beach has a number of amenities including lifeguards on duty during peak season, public restrooms, and dogs are allowed on leash.

Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities at Rye Ocean Beach such as swimming, surfing, fishing, sunbathing, and beachcombing.

There is a large parking lot available at Rye Ocean Beach which is paid. Visitors can pay using cash or card.

Fun fact about Rye Ocean Beach is that it is a popular destination for whale watching during the winter months as whales migrate along the coastline.

The beach is surrounded by many attractions including the Peninsula Hot Springs, the Arthurs Seat Eagle gondola ride, and the Mornington Peninsula National Park which has several hiking trails.

There are plenty of nearby restaurants with a range of cuisines available such as fish and chips at The Rye Fish and Chippery, pizza at The Rye Hotel, and modern Australian cuisine at The Baths Sorrento.

Visitors can choose from a variety of nearby hotels such as the Rye Hotel, Moonah Links Resort, and the Sorrento Beach Motel, which are all located within a short drive from Rye Ocean Beach.