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VICTORIA

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O O Otway National Park provides an introduction to some of the tway National Park provides an introduction to some of the tway National Park
species of the southern temperate rainforest, including a famed
400-year-old myrtle beech tree.
5. Loch Ard Gorge 7 9. Lorne  S  D 7 m 
This treacherous area claimed the clipper Loch Ard Very popular in summer, this
in 1878. Local walks focus on the shipwreck, charming seaside village boasts
geology and Aboriginal history of the site. excellent cafés, restaurants and
accommodation. Nearby forests
provide a paradise for walkers.
7. Johanna Beach  S D m  GEELONG
Another of Victoria’s renowned surf
beaches is backed by rolling green hills.
The area is quite remote, but popular
with campers in summer.
Colac
Anglesea

Port
Campbell
National
Park
Twelve
Apostles

J 8. Apollo Bay
Otway  S  D 7 m 
National Fishing is the main activity here,
Park and fishing trips can be taken from
the town’s wharf. The town itself
3 Peterborough has a relaxed village atmosphere
 S D m  and excellent restaurants.
Victoria’s dairy industry is
based on this stretch of
coastline. A popular rock q Point Addis  D
pool beneath the cliff is The Great Ocean Road leads
known as the Grotto. right to the headland with
spectacular views from the car
4 Port Campbell park of waves beating the rocks.
 S D 7 m  There are also steps leading down
Port Campbell beach is a sandy the cliff for a more exhilarating
bay, safe for swimming. The experience of the rolling surf.
town, set on a hill, has great
views of the ocean.
w Bells Beach  D m
6 Moonlight Head D A natural underwater rock
Massive cliffs give way to rock platform contributes to the
platforms here in the heart of 0 Aireys Inlet excellent surfing conditions at
Otway National Park. Embedded  S  D 7 m  Bells. An international surfing
anchors are reminders of the The red and white lighthouse is a competition is held here at
many ships lost along this landmark of this tiny coastal town Easter, bringing thousands
perilous coastline. with its beautiful ocean views. of tourists to the area (see p46).