
Coastal wetlands and mudflats at Gate 4 provide excellent shorebird and wader photography with Port Phillip Bay as a backdrop. Best at dawn and dusk when birds feed and light is warm; high tide can concentrate flocks for tighter compositions. Access is roadside with limited parking on Beach Rd and short walking tracks; bring insect repellent and waterproof shoes. No special entry permits but respect fenced areas and birdlife regulations. Weekday mornings are quieter.

Coastal wetlands and mudflats at Gate 4 provide excellent shorebird and wader photography with Port Phillip Bay as a backdrop. Best at dawn and dusk when birds feed and light is warm; high tide can concentrate flocks for tighter compositions. Access is roadside with limited parking on Beach Rd and short walking tracks; bring insect repellent and waterproof shoes. No special entry permits but respect fenced areas and birdlife regulations. Weekday mornings are quieter.