This open sandy beach, located within the Mornington Peninsula National Park, in Blairgowrie, is accessible via stairs and a steep ramp from the high set sealed carpark which provides spectacular uninterrupted views both over Bass Strait and across the narrowest point of the peninsula to nearby Port Phillip.

The beach attracts keen surfers who are confident in navigating the dangerous rips that can occur here. Fishing is a popular activity along the rocky shoreline, due to the gutters, rip holes and rocky reefs that provide refuge to the vast marine life. The beaches sandy scape that meets the rocky shore welcomes walkers who are keen to investigate the rock pools or stroll along the waters edge at low tide.

The Hooded Plover calls the dunes at Koonya Ocean Beach home, so it is important to follow all signage and keep off the habitat area for this vulnerable beach-nesting bird. Snakes also call this area home, so please stay on the existing paths to avoid any unnecessary encounters.

Although beautiful, Koonya Ocean Beach is a dangerous swimming beach with unpredictable rips, strong currents, rocky reefs, and large waves. The beach is unpatrolled with limited access for emergency services. Given the aforementioned hazards, swimming is not recommended.