The Great Ocean Road region is a natural for walking, hiking, rambling and ambling, whatever your ability or experience level. There's no better way to communicate with nature and checkout the scenery, than to lace up you comfy shoes, strap on a backpack and hit the trail.
GREAT OCEAN WALK
The Great Ocean Walk stretches 104km from the idyllic resort town of Apollo Bay, to within sight of the magnificent 12 Apostles. The walk can be broken down into short walks of up to three hours or day-long walks. The walk in its entirety takes 8 days (7 nights) to complete. Hike-in campsites can be booked, and a range of tour operators provide support services, including luggage transfer or passenger drop off. Discover more...
SURF COAST WALK
Offering natural beauty and easy access the Surf Coast Walk is a world class walking destination for all levels. Coast through scenic landscapes one section at a time - through Torquay, Anglesea and Aireys Inlet and everything in between. Discover more…
GREAT SOUTH WEST WALK
This unforgettable experience winds around 3 National Parks, hardwood forests, the pristine Glenelg River, the picturesque township of Nelson, aboriginal heritage sites, the mighty Southern Ocean and vast sand dunes, sandy bays and beaches, rugged cliffs, freshwater lakes, the Cape Nelson Lighthouse, the stunning Bridgewater Bay and amongst a diversity of natural fauna and flora including Blue and Southern Right Whales, a mainland Fur Seal colony, Australia's only mainland Australasian Gannet rookery and lots more. Its a must for the avid hiker! Discover more…
OTWAY FLY WALK
Experience a breath taking birds-eye-view of the magnificent Otway Ranges from the World’s tallest treetop walk. The 600 metre-long, 25 metre-high elevated walkway provides unrivalled views of the unique beauty of the region’s flora and fauna, from the rainforest floor up into the soaring heights of the treetops.
Don’t miss the 45 metre tall Spiral Tower and the cantilever perched above Young’s Creek – a truly exhilarating experience as you gently sway with the rainforest canopy. Discover more…
WATERFALL WALKS
Discover the waterfall walks of the Great Ocean Road in Lorne and the Otways. With a variety of small and longer walk options suitable for family trips, hikers or just a leisurely stroll. Discover more…
TOWN WALKS
Aside from the the Great Ocean Road's iconic walks, there are "town walks" in each destination, walks that will allow you to discover Rail Trails, Museums, Historical and Heritage Listed Buildings. Call into the Visitor Information Centre to pick up your copy of the "town walk"
There’s no better way to enjoy the coast, the countryside or the township.
