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Allenvale Campground
Nestled on the banks of St George River just beyond the outskirts of Lorne, Allenvale Campground is perfectly positioned to explore the coast and the bush.
Relax at camp or explore one of the many walking trails in the area. Platypus are known to inhabit St George River, so be sure to keep an eye out at dawn and dusk.
Allenvale Campground contains 20 walk-in campsites, each accommodating up to six people. All campsites are unpowered and are suitable for tents only.
There is no direct vehicle access to the campsites. A carpark is located close by (approximately 230 meters). Campground facilities include non-flush toilets and low tables/seats.
There are no fireplaces provided, and fires are not allowed. Please bring your own fuel stove or gas barbeque for cooking.
Advanced bookings and payment are required year-round.
Things To Do
Lorne
The coastal town of Lorne is where the bush meets the beach. Expect white sandy beaches, clifftops and incredible coastal vistas, numerous waterfall walks and picnic areas fringed by lush fern gullies.
Sheoak Falls
The Sheoak Falls Walk weaves its way from the coastal woodland at the mouth of the Sheoak Creek and through wet forest to the hidden cascades of Sheoak Falls.
Erskine Falls
Erskine Falls are at the end of Erskine Falls Road 10km north west of Lorne. There is a viewing point above the falls and a walking track, steep in places, leads to the base of the falls. The falls cascade over one of the highest drops in the Otways.
Sheoak Picnic Area
Sheoak Picnic Area has a pretty good claim to be the waterfall capital of Victoria. Walks from this clearing surrounded by tall trees lead to at least six waterfalls through some gorgeous scenery.
Cumberland Falls Walk
Explore the feeling of remoteness in one of the more beautiful river valleys in the Otway Ranges. Memories of dramatic cliffs, gentle streams and peaceful pools in which to cool off on a hot summer day will stay with you long after your visit.
How to get there
Allenvale Campground
Allenvale Campground is located just beyond the outskirts of Lorne off Allenvale Road, approximately two hours drive from Melbourne.
Sites
When you're there
While the campground caters for self-contained comfort, you should bring your own drinking water, and take all rubbish home with you.
There are no fireplaces, and fires are not allowed. You will need to bring your own fuel stove or gas barbecue for cooking.
Need to know
Allenvale Campground
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.
Be prepared and stay safe
Allenvale Mill Campground is in the Great Otway National Park in the Central fire district. Bushfires can occur during the warmer months. It is your responsibility to check current and forecast weather conditions. Campfires cannot be lit on days of Total Fire Ban, however gas cookers can be used for preparing food.
Check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at emergency.vic.gov.au, on the Vic Emergency App or call the Vic Emergency Hotline 1800 226 226.
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.
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Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Great Otway National Park sites closed due to flash flooding event
Severe thunderstorms and flash flooding 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:Visitors are advised NOT to visit any sites within the Great Otway National Park between Aireys Inlet and Kennett River while assessments and recovery works continue.Closures included but are not limited to :
Erskine falls (open only to top lookout)
Roads & TracksWye RdCurtis TrackGodfrey TrackJamieson Track
Walking tracks
St George
Phantom falls
Lemonade ck
Kalimna
Henderson
Sheoak FallsSheoak picnic ground walking Nature LoopCumberland
Cumberland Garvey Link
Kalimna Garvey Link
Castle RockCora LynnErskine Falls Walking TrackWon WondahMany 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.Kalimna Tramline link walk and Upper Kalimna is closed
The Kalimna Tramline link walk is closed due to damage to a pedestrian bridge. Walkers can still access the Lower Kalimna Waterfall via the Kalimna Falls Walking Track, which starts at Sheoak Picnic Area. Upper Kalimna Falls closed until further notice.Great Ocean Walk destination car parking at the Twelve Apostles visitor center during summer & Peak Visitation periods
During the busy peak visitation period at the Twelve Apostles precinct (from summer through to early autumn including school holidays, public holidays, long weekends & busy peak visitation weekends concluding after Chinese New Year / Easter), due to the sheer volume of visitors onsite, a traffic management program is in place to maximize public safety & ensure visitor experience. If you are planning to park your vehicle at the Twelve Apostles before walking the Great Ocean Walk (or sections of it including section 8) during this period, please communicate this information to onsite traffic control staff at the entrance & they will do their best to accommodate your vehicle in the main carpark. This will avoid your car remaining in the overflow carpark area which needs to be cleared and locked each night. Similarly, if you arrive at the Twelve Apostles to park your car at a time when traffic control are not onsite, or setting up, please park your vehicle in the main carpark area. Your assistance is greatly appreciated!Redwoods and Hopetoun Falls Car Parks Full
The Redwoods (Aire Valley Reserve) and Hopetoun Falls carparks within the Great Otway National Park are consistently full over this busy summer period.We advise all our visitors to these iconic areas to remain patient and vigilant for all other users of these areas.Visitors also need to be aware that large log trucks also use the Binns Road as part of their logging operation.Thank you all for your co-operation and please enjoy these and other areas of the Great Otway National Park. -
Cora Lynn Cascades Walk (Great Otway National Park)
Cora Lynn Cascades Walking Track Closure
Cora Lynn Cascades walking track is currently closed due to damaged infrastructure. Please note this closure will affect you if you plan to walk from Allenvale through to Erskine falls and vice versa. -
Lake Elizabeth Campground (Great Otway National Park)
Lake Elizabeth Campground Upgrades
Lake Elizabeth Campground and the associated campground car park will be closed from: Tuesday 27th January 2026 to Tuesday 31st March 2026. We ask visitors to stay clear of the campground and campground carpark which will have signed closures in place.The closure is for enhancing the camping experience and these renovations have been funded by the Victorian Government’s Victoria’s Great Outdoors program. Victoria’s Great Outdoors is a $106.6 million investment by the Victorian Government into better campgrounds, walking trails, 4WD tracks and visitor facilities across Victoria’s parks and state forests.All other areas at Lake Elizabeth will remain open, including ablutions, day use areas, walks to and around the lake.Lake Elizabeth Campground Upgrade Information
Lake Elizabeth Campground and the associated campground car park will be closed from: Tuesday 27th January 2026 to Tuesday 31st March 2026. We ask visitors to stay clear of the campground and campground carpark which will have signed closures in place.As you plan for your holidays please do not attempt to book the Lake Elizabeth campground from Tuesday 27th January - Tuesday 31st March 2026.The closure is for enhancing the camping experience and these renovations have been funded by the Victorian Government’s Victoria’s Great Outdoors program. Victoria’s Great Outdoors is a $106.6 million investment by the Victorian Government into better campgrounds, walking trails, 4WD tracks and visitor facilities across Victoria’s parks and state forests.All other areas at Lake Elizabeth will remain open, including ablutions, day use areas, walk to and around the lake. -
Aire River West Campground (Aire River Heritage River, Great Otway National Park)
Aire West - Campground flooding - Sites impacted
- Sites 17 to 40 at Aire River West campground are impacted by high water.
- These sites have been impacted by riverine flooding due to a closed river mouth.
- Even if, or when the river mouth opens, these sites may take some time to dry out.
- Sites 1 to 16 at Aire West, Aire East and the GOW hike in camp site are unaffected.
Attachments: Aire West 16 JAN 2026 (1,029KB)
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Aire Crossing Campground (Aire River Heritage River, Great Otway National Park)
Aire Crossing access and campsite - CLOSED
Due to EXTREME fire danager, access to Aire Crossing and the campsite is CLOSED.Do not enter CLOSED areas of National Parks.National Park Regulations Apply -
Maits Rest Rainforest Walk (Great Otway National Park)
Maits Rest Carpark- bus access
Maits Rest Carpark is suitable for small coaster buses only. Large buses or coaches are advised to use Melba Gully walk track near Lavers Hill. -
Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Extreme Fire Danger and Total Fire Bans
Important camping and visitor information for- Great Otway National Park
- Great Ocean Walk
- Port Campbell National Park and
- Bay of Islands Coastal Park
• National Parks and State Forests CLOSE during a CATASTROPHIC fire danger rating• NO FIRES can not be lit in the open during Total Fire Bans. No fires are permited along or at Great Ocean Walk campsites.• Caution and planning should be applied during an EXTREME fire Danger Rating.• Camping is only permitted in designated campgrounds in the Great Otway National Park with a valid permit booking. This includes the Great Ocean Walk.• Camping or sleeping in vehicles is not permitted in car parks, lookouts or other visitation sites outside of designated campgrounds in any national park.• There are no campgrounds in Port Campbell National Park or Bay of Islands Coastal Park; overnight stays are not permitted in these parks. National Park Regulations apply.• Be prepared for campgrounds, roads and tracks to close at short notice if conditions change.• Have a clear plan for what you will do if conditions change suddenly, including how you will leave early and where you will go.• Do not light any campfires or solid fuel barbecues during a Total Fire Ban.• Stay informed via official emergency and park information channels and follow all instructions from rangers and emergency services.
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