Walking

Discover the Great Ocean Walk, waterfalls, lush forests, cliff top walks, heritage and coastal trails. Whether you go inland or hug the rugged coast, the Otways is a place for adventure, romance and discovery.

Family Friendly Walks

Explore the Otways with the whole family on an easy...

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Lookout Walks

Take in the stunning surrounds from a lookout or vantage point on your walk through the...

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Short Walks

What better way to spot wildlife and get immersed in the Otways than by...

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Waterfall Walks

There's not much better than being greeted with a loud gushing waterfall at the end of a...

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Otways Walks And Waterfalls Guide

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Couple enjoying the bird and wildlife on the Kennett River Nature Walk.

Kennett River Nature Walk

Reconnect with nature on this self-guided walk along the banks of Kennett...

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Red Rock (Volcanic) Lookout

Red Rock lookout is about 12kms from Colac and is one of Australia’s youngest volcanoes. There’s a viewing platform...

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Lake Elizabeth Walk

Head to Lake Elizabeth hidden deep in the Otways and discover its inspiring beauty with heavily timbered flanks and calm...

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Wye to Sep Beach Walk

At low tide take the stunning walk across ancient volcanic rock formations that have created beautiful rock...

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Paddy's Path

Paddy’s Path offers beautiful ocean views from its hillside position and connects Wye River to Separation...

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Maits Rest

Maits Rest is a relatively short, circuit walk virtually beside the Great Ocean Road about 15 minutes west of Apollo Bay....

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Otways Hikes

There are Otways hikes for almost any ability so it is an ideal destination for everyone. And being a cool temperate rainforest...

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Waterfalls in the Otways

The Great Otway National Park is peppered with stunning waterfalls that are only a short drive away.  There’s the cascading...

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Great Ocean Walk

Engage your mind, body and soul as you weave your way through the Great Otway and Port Campbell National Parks. Nature’s...

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Otway Fly Treetop Adventures Walk

The Otway Fly Tree Top Walk is located in Victoria’s magnificent Otways, providing visitors with a unique opportunity to...

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Grey River Picnic Reserve

Grey River Picnic Reserve has a great open space picnic area and a short but special cool temperate rainforest walk. The area is...

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Melba Gully - Maden's Track Nature Trail

Aptly known as the Jewel of the Otways, Melba Gully (Madsen’s Track) is one of the wettest places in the state. The gully...

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Lookouts of the Otway Coast Hamlets

The stunning coastline on the Great Ocean Road around the Otway Coast Hamlets is unforgettable.  Mount Defiance through to...

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Old Beechy Rail Trail - Image by Robbie Rose

Rail Trails through the Otways

Rail Trails are disused railway corridors that have been converted to paths for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Discover the...

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The Redwoods

At the remarkable Californian Redwoods, let your imagination come to life along this enchanting walk, where fairytales seem to...

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Top 10 Things to do in the Otways

There are so many fantastic Otways attractions that showcase nature at its best, making a trip here an unforgettable one. Below we have put together...

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An Otways Long Weekend - Part 3: E-Biking + Platypus Spotting

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Easy Walks with Kids in the Otways

The whole family will love experiencing the Otways at its finest: on foot. Walkers of almost any ability can trek around and discover magical...

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