First Timers
The Lorne Pier to Pub is one of the largest ocean swims in the world, with over 5,000 participants swimming 1.2km from the Lorne Pier to the Lorne Surf Life Saving Club, just in front of the iconic Lorne Pub. It is organised by the Lorne Surf Life Saving Club and its volunteers, and is the major fundraiser for the club and its programs.
The Pier to Pub is known for its friendly and relaxed atmosphere, and attracts swimmers of all ages and abilities, from seasoned competitors to recreational swimmers.
Race Day
The swim waves are here. Click through for more Race Day Information including a video, maps, timings and before / during / after details.
Prepare for the Swim
Check out our great Training Plans prepared by some of Australia’s top swimmers, and bear in mind our Medical Guidelines for entrants.
Shark Bait
Our valued Shark Bait medals recognise swimmers for every ten swims they complete. Click here for all the latest information on Shark Bait qualifying, on the day processes and great Shark Bait merchandise.
Virtual Swim
Can’t swim at Lorne on the day, or miss out on an entry? Enter / transfer into the Virtual Pier to Pub and your swim will count to your Sharkbait tally and receive the very collectable Event T-shirt! Click for Virtual Swim information.
Changes, Refunds, Cancellations and Waitlist
All the options for entrants who may need to change their entry, and our waitlist and cancellation policies and processes are contained here.
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Our Fantastic Sponsors
We are extremely grateful for the support of our fantastic sponsors so we can run the Powercor Lorne Pier to Pub and Mountain to Surf events at their incredibly high level of quality and professionalism.
Our Events’ naming rights sponsor, Powercor:
and our great support sponsors:
