Walking
Whether it is an afternoon stroll with the whole family, or a challenging multi-day hike there is something to suit everyone. Separate brochures are available from local Visitor Information Centres with details on the variety of walks available.

Stevenson's Falls The walking track, which has recently been re-opened, begins at the campground and meanders along the edge of the Gellibrand River to the day visitor area. From here the walking track crosses the river and heads through the stands of Douglas Fir Trees. It then heads down to the edge of the river into indigenous riparian vegetation where you can hear the distant roar of the falls. The walking track ends at a newly constructed viewing platform at the base of Stevenson's Falls.

Triplet Falls is one of the iconic visitor sites in the Great Otway National Park and it has recently been reopened to visitors after a two million dollar redevelopment. This beautiful waterfall, set amongst into previously unexplored parts of this ancient forest and provides new and unique views into the lower cascades and the majestic main falls. A small picnic area is also available for visitors to relax and enjoy the beautiful surrounds.

Little Aire Falls
This walk is accessed off the Triplet Falls walk and is open all year round. The new walk meanders through four kilometres of rainforest, passing through stands of large mountain ash, satinwood, and myrtle beech trees. Ferns, both large and small line the walk through beautiful gullies. The walk follows sections of old logging tracks, as well as newly created path, ending on an 8m high cantilevered viewing platform. The platform provides fantastic views of Little Aire Falls. The walk is under 5kms return and will take a leisurely 2 hours to complete.

Distillery Creek Nature trail 1.5km, 30min
Explore forest secrets along this easy trail.

Ocean View 4.5km, 1 hour
A pleasant forest walk offering spectacular coastal views and kangaroo sightings.

Moggs Creek Circuit 1.8km, 30 mins
An interesting walk that follows the creek down through the valley, and then climbs to a vantage point over the creeks fern-lined banks before returning to the picnic area

Horse riding & mountain biking
Experience and enjoy the natural environment on horse back 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.

The 12km mountain bike loop linking West Barwon Reservoir and Lake Elizabeth is suitable for mountain bikers with moderate levels of fitness and experience. 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.

Forrest Mountain Bike Trails (2.0mb)

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, Stevenson's Falls and Blanket Bay to name a few.

Fishing and hunting
A number of watercourses that flow through the parks, as well as the coastline, provide great opportunities if you are keen on fishing.
The Gellibrand River's upper waters are popular with anglers seeking blackfish and trout, as well as Black Bream near Princetown. Fishing is not permitted in Marine National Parks and Sanctuaries. Check separate marine parknotes for activity/boundary guidelines. To fish, adults generally require a Victorian Amateur Fishing Licence, available from the Department of Primary Industries at www.dpi.vic.gov.au, or your local fishing and sports store.

Game hunting is undertaken by more than 30,000 licensed hunters in Victoria and is managed and administered here by the Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE) and enforced by their authorised officers. You are not permitted to carry a firearm or ammunition in the Great Otway National Park. For further information on local designated hunting areas please contact the Department of Sustainability and Environment. Call 136 186 or visit www.dse.vic.gov.au

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• Visit Princess Margaret Rose Cave. Commercial boat trips run from Nelson to the cave.
• Take a canoe along the river, camping at the various sites provided.
• The Glenelg estuary provides salt water habitat far upstream for a wide range of fish, including mulloway, bream, mullet, salmon trout and estuary perch, making it one of Australia's most popular fishing destinations.
• Visit points of interest such as Jones Lookout, the Bulley Ranges, and the Inkpot.
• The park is criss-crossed by fire trails, which offer short scenic bush walks. The Great South West Walk also passes through the park.