Wye to Kennett River Walk

A dirt path winds down out of the Otways towards a large ocean view

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Wye to Kennett River Walk

Great Otway National Park

A beautiful coastal walk following the Great Ocean Road through sections of forest between Kennett River and Wye River townships. Enjoy coastal views to Cape Otway and over Bass Straight while hugging the steep edge of the Otway Ranges and treading the line between forest and ocean.

This undulating 4.6km coastal track with steps and creek crossings links the townships of Wye River and Kennett River. High points of the track offer views through tall eucalypts to the Southern Ocean beyond. Learn about the history of the area through storyboards and listen for birdlife as you walk through forest above the Great Ocean Road. 

Commencing at the Wye River hotel and winding through the streets of the township, the trail begins at the top of Morely Avenue. A meandering track with some challenging steep sections, this walk follows the coastline above the Great Ocean Road before descending into Kennett River. 

Kennett - Wye River is located in Great Otway National Park 15 minutes east of Lorne. The coastal and forest setting is less developed than nearby Lorne providing a quieter and more relaxed atmosphere. There are a small number of areas to camp, walk or take in the sites along the Great Ocean Road. Facilities in this area are more basic. 

 

Wildlife

 
Echidnas
Koalas
Kangaroos
Wallabies

How to get there

Wye to Kennett River Walk

Great Otway National Park is south of Melbourne via Geelong (Great Ocean Road, B100) or Colac (inland routes C155 or C164). Western approach is via Port Campbell along the Great Ocean Road (B100).  A daily bus service between Geelong, Lorne and Apollo Bay connects with train services to Melbourne. 
Wye to Kennett River Walk

When you're there

Download a visitor guide for the area for information and a detailed map. 

Wye to Kennett River Walk

Need to know

Wye to Kennett River Walk

Accessibility

Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state. 

Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks. 

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

  • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

    Great Otway National Park Flood Closures

    Severe thunderstorms and flash flooding on 16 January 2026 has caused significant damage across parts of the eastern Great Otway National Park. 
     
    For public safety, the following areas are closed until further notice while assessments and clean-up works are undertaken:
     
    Closures included but are not limited to :
     
    Erskine falls is limited to the top viewing platform.  Access to the base of the falls and along the river track is closed.


    Roads & Tracks 
    Wye Rd
    Curtis Track
    Godfrey Track
    Jamieson Track

    Walking tracks
    St George
    Phantom falls
    Lemonade ck
    Kalimna
    Henderson
    Cumberland
    Cumberland Garvey Link
    Kalimna Garvey Link
    Cora Lynn
    Erskine Falls Walking Track 
    Won Wondah
     
    Alternative walking tracks can be found at:
    Moggs Creek picnic area
    Distillery Creek picnic area
    Ocean Track
    Castle Rock 
    Sheoak Falls to Swallow caves
     
     
    Many roads, tracks and visitor facilities are impacted by debris, flooding and unstable conditions.  
    The Great Ocean Road has been impacted,
     
     
    Always follow safety signage and directions from response crews, and do not enter any closed areas.
    Thank you for your patience and understanding as works are undertaken to make these popular areas safe to visit again.

    Planned burn Hurst Road

    Planned burning operations are scheduled in the Great Otway National Park which will result in closure of Hurst Road Anglesea, the Eumeralla MTB tracks and the adjoining section of the Surf Coast Walk from the time the burn is approved for ignition until the area is declared safe. 
     
    Ignition of the burn is scheduled from Thursday 14 May 2026 and is subject to favorable weather. 

  • Great Otway National Park

    Planned burning Boonah/Retreat Rd

    Planned burning operations are scheduled in the Great Otway National Park which will result in closure of Gentle Annie and Moggs Ck Track from the time the burn is approved for ignition until the area is declared safe. 
     
    Ignition of the burn is scheduled from Friday 15 May 2026 and is subject to favorable weather. 

  • Anglesea Perimeter Walk - West (Anglesea Foreshore Reserve, Great Otway National Park, Great Otway National Park GORCAPA)

    Planned Burning Closures

    Parts of the Anglesea perimeter walk bordering Harvey st and Odonohues St are closed for planned burning operations. 


    Please adhere to all signage within the area.

 
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