Great Otway National Park and Otway Forest Park offers excellent camping opportunities whether you are looking for a family friendly place to park your caravan
Camping in the Otways


























Aire Crossing
Situated in a quiet, remote spot, the campground is just north of the stunning Triplet Falls. Access The camping area is located off Halls Ridge
Aire River East
This small campground is located in a shady spot on the Aire River and is a great place for kayaking. The best place to launch
Aire River West
This large, flat and open campground is located on the western side of the Aire River where fishing and canoeing can be enjoyed. It’s a
Allenvale Mill Site
Access The camping area is located just beyond the outskirts of Lorne off Allendale Road on the banks of St George River. This is a
Big Hill Track camping
This campground is an open easily accessible grassy area surrounded by tall forest. It is suitable for school groups. Please note this campground is subject
Blanket Bay
This secluded campground is located near the beach. Access The camping area is located off Blanket Bay Road. Bookings Advanced bookings and payment are required
Cora Lynn
This tranquil but basic bush camping area is located on the banks of the Cora Lynn Creek. Access Access is by foot via the track
Hammond Road Campground
This campground has plenty of space. Access The camping area is located off Hammond Road. Bookings No booking, no fees. Camping is on a first
Jamieson Campground
Access The camping area is located off Jamiesons Track, 11kms from Lorne and 5kms from Wye River on the Great Ocean Road. Bookings No booking,
Johanna Beach
Nestled among the sand dunes, this large, open, grassy camping area is adjacent to the surf beach. Picnicking, walking and surfing is popular here. Access
Lake Elizabeth
Head to Lake Elizabeth hidden deep in the Otways and discover its inspiring beauty with heavily timbered flanks and calm waters punctuated by the trunks
Parker Hill
The campground is set on a hill overlooking the beach and the river. Bookings Advanced bookings and payment are required year round. Campsites There are
Sharps Camping Area
This campground is located in a tall open forest. It is a ten minute drive to Sheoak picnic area which has flush toilets and electric
Wye River Road Camping Area
Access The three camping areas are approximately 4kms from the township and beaches of Wye River. Bookings No booking, no fees. Camping is on a
Change of conditions
Add change of condition- Wye River Road Camping Area is closed until further notice due to dangerous trees. at Wye River Road Camping Area Wednesday 5 April, 2017 Archive
- Herbert’s Campground is closed until further notice due to hazardous trees. at Camping in the Otways Thursday 30 March, 2017 Archive
Great Otway National Park and Otway Forest Park offers excellent camping opportunities whether you are looking for a family friendly place to park your caravan or a solitary night under the stars.
Schools and outdoor groups
School groups and outdoor groups planning to stay in Great Otway National Park should book their campsites online an then contact the park on 13 1963 to advise them of any further trip intentions.
Location | Sites | Picnic | Fireplaces | Caravan | Toilets | Dogs |
Aire Crossing Quiet in remote location | 5 | Y | ||||
Aire River East Shady, small, no fireplaces | 20 |
| Y | |||
Aire River West Large open area, fireplaces | 50 | Y | Y | Y | ||
Allenvale Mill Site Walk-in (200m) | 16 | Y | ||||
Beauchamp Falls - Small area managed by DELWP call 136186 or visit www.delwp.vic.gov.au | 12 | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
Big Hill Track Seasonal | 12 | Y | Y | Y | ||
Blanket Bay Sheltered sites near beach | 22 | Y | Y | Y | ||
Cora Lyn Walk-in (800m) | 1 | |||||
Dando's - Large area managed by DELWP call 136186 or visit www.delwp.vic.gov.au | 50 | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Hammonds Close to walks | 12 | Y | Y | Y | ||
Jamieson Remote - seasonal | 6 | |||||
Johanna Beach Nestled in sand dunes | 25 | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
Lake Elizabeth Riverbank close to lake | 15 | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
Parker Hill Small, on hill above inlet | 20 | Y | ||||
Sharps Close to walks | 8 | Y | ||||
Stevensons Falls - Large area managed by DELWP call 136186 or visit www.delwp.vic.gov.au | 50 | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Wye River Near township | 11 | Y |