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Trail objective

Anthony’s Nose is a striking coastal stretch where Arthurs Seat meets Port Phillip Bay, with steep topography and a historic seawall supporting Point Nepean Road as it hovers above the water. This key connection aims to extend this scenic experience to pedestrians, people with limited mobility, families with prams and cyclists, completing a vital Bay Trail link between Dromana and McCrae. From Anthony’s Nose Boat Ramp to McCrae, the preferred solution is a combination of concrete pathway and boardwalk adjacent to the existing seawall. East of the boat ramp, three potential alignments are under evaluation to optimise connectivity.

Highest ranked route

Anthony’s Nose offers a quintessential Mornington Peninsula coastal experience where the Arthurs Seat meets the Bay. This key Bay Trail connection will provide an accessible link between Dromana and McCrae, immersing users in scenic bay views, coastal vegetation, and sandy beaches. The trail’s design will sensitively incorporate the heritage-listed seawall (HO461), preserving its historic character while offering safe, enjoyable passage. Planned upgrades to the Anthony’s Nose Boat Ramp car park will be carefully integrated to manage interactions with boat ramp users. Traversing the Dromana Foreshore camping area, the trail alignment will be designed to balance connectivity with foreshore amenities. Close collaboration with the Dromana Foreshore Committee will ensure a high-quality trail experience, enhancing enjoyment for campers and trail users alike.

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Alignment A (highest ranked):

This alignment option is within the Dromana Foreshore camping area, positioned south of the caravans and boatsheds but north of the caravan parking. A co-design process with the Foreshore Committee will be essential to enhance the foreshore’s amenity and establish a high-quality Bay Trail connection.

SCORE: 30.8

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