WATERFALLS, TALL FORESTS, FERNY GULLIES, COASTLINES AND SANDY BEACHES, EXPLORE THE GREAT OTWAY NATIONAL PARK TODAY
GREAT OTWAY NATIONAL PARK
The Great Otway National Park stretches from Torquay through to Princetown and up through the Otways hinterland towards Colac.
The park features rugged coastlines, sandy beaches, rock platforms and windswept heathland. In the north, the park features tall forests, ferny gullies, magnificent waterfalls and tranquil lakes.
WALKING
The Great Ocean Walk is a one way long distance walk extending east to west, just over 100kms between Apollo Bay and the iconic Twelve Apostles. The spectacular walk weaves its way through the National Park which is full of tall forests, coastal heathlands, wild rocky shores and windswept cliff tops presenting amazing views - nature truly unfolds at every step. Step on and off the trail with convenience; enjoy comfortable accommodation and excellent local meals or pitch your tent at wild wildly picturesque campgrounds along the way.
BUSH WALKING
A bushwalkers paradise, the Great Otway National park boasts a mind-blowing collection of walking tracks and trails across amazingly diverse terrain, choose your landscape - cliff top, coastal, rainforest or bush trail or all four at once! With one of the highest rainfalls in the state, waterfalls in the park tend to flow year-round. Whether chilling-out or cooling-off, a waterfall makes for a stunning natural backdrop. On cooler days, especially after rain, watch the falls transform into a roaring curtain of water. And on a hot summer's day, enjoy some shady respite through the sheltered forest to the water's edge.
PICNICKING AND CAMPING
Picnic opportunities abound, with lovely settings at many of the waterfalls as well as Blanket Leaf, Sheoak, Distillery Creek, Moggs Creek, Paradise, Melba Gully, Shelly Beach, Triplet Falls and Blanket Bay to name a few.
There are excellent camping opportunities throughout the Parks. Whether you are looking for a family friendly place to park your caravan or a solitary night under the stars there's something to cater to every need
HORSE RIDING & MOUNTAIN BIKING
Experience and enjoy the natural environment on horseback or on a mountain bike.
A permit is required for horse riders to ride in the National Park and Parks Victoria staff can assist you with this.
The formed roads and tracks provide ideal trails for these active endeavours.
BEFORE YOU GO
Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website.
Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.
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NEARBY ACCOMMODATION
South Beach Haven
Set on a tranquil five acres and minutes from central Torquay and its famous beaches, South Beach Haven is a luxurious, modern, self-contained accommodation offering gourmet cooked breakfasts or gourmet...
Beach Road
Beach Road is a single level, pet friendly home that features five bedrooms and two bathrooms. Beach Road is only 100 metres from the boat ramp and water sports activities...
Torquay Holiday Park
Torquay Holiday Park is a family friendly caravan park set in a picturesque landscape of gardens and trees and located within walking distance to most beaches in the Torquay area.
Serenity Torquay Sea View
Leave stress behind and indulge in a luxurious beachside getaway at one of Victoria's premier resort towns. Serenity Torquay: Sea View, Victoria ticks all the boxes.
Twelve Apostles Motel and Country Retreat
Come and enjoy Twelve Apostles Motel and Country Retreat, experience the truly Australian hospitality in peaceful and relaxing surroundings.
Beach Cottages
Beach Cottages - ideally located by the beach at the start of the Great Ocean Road in Torquay, just over an easy hour's drive from Melbourne, via Geelong.
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
12 Apostles Flight Adventure from Torquay
12 Apostles Flight Adventures from Torquay provide you with a stunning view of whole of the Great Ocean Road plus the rugged and untouched coast from Apollo Bay all the...
Southern Exposure
Southern Exposure offers surf school, mountain biking and surf kayaking on the Great Ocean Road and Surf Coast in Torquay, Lorne, Anglesea, Ocean Grove and Forrest.
Easterly Unique Furniture and Homewares
Easterly has an amazing store with unique furniture and homewares from around the world. Situated outside Torquay, the store is a must see for visitors to the area.
Great Ocean Walk
The Great Ocean Walk traverses 104 kms along the coast between Apollo Bay and the 12 Apostles. Hike and camp or arrange a daily shuttle service to your start and finish points.
Ride With Us
Let Ride With Us help make your visit to the 12 Apostles region even better. They provide transport services throughout the region including taxi and shuttle services, bike hire and more.
One Spa, RACV Torquay Resort
Designed to rejuvenate, One Spa provides luxurious treatments that awaken, revive and promote balance within the body.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Around the region
Wipe Out!
Exclusive footage of some of the world’s most extreme waves spearheads the major Wipe Out exhibition at the Australian National Surfing Museum.
14 Mar 2018
04 Nov 2018
Surf Coast Trail Marathon
The Surf Coast Trail Marathon is a trail running event offering participants marathon and half marathon runs along the stunning Surf Coast Walk,...
30 Jun 2018
08:00am
30 Jun 2018
06:00pm
Black Diamond Afterglow Night Trail Run
The Black Diamond Afterglow Night Trail Run is an entry level trail running event including 21 kilometre and 13 kilometre distances along the...
24 Nov 2018
06:00pm
24 Nov 2018
11:00pm
