Hammonds Campground

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Hammonds Campground

Hammonds Campground is located 12km inland from Aireys Inlet in a natural bush setting. Relax at camp and enjoy the company of kangaroos and other native wildlife or explore one of the many walking and bike riding trails in the area.

Set among dry forest and woodland, Hammonds Campground is an ideal location for wildlife viewing and relaxation. Kangaroos and native birds frequent the area, and if you’re lucky you may even see a koala. Nearby Distillery Creek Day Visitor Area has a range of walks and shared trails for those looking for recreational activities.

The campground offers 16 campsites, each accommodating up to six people. Sites 1-4 provide direct vehicle access and are suitable for camper trailers and caravans. Sites 5-16 are suitable for tents only with a parking area situated close by. All campsites are unpowered.

Campground facilities include non-flush toilets, shared fireplaces and shared low tables/seats. Remember to bring your own firewood to protect the surrounding wildlife habitat. Advanced bookings and payment are required year-round.


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Things To Do

The famous Split Point Lighthouse at Airey's Inlet.

Anglesea and Aireys Inlet

Discover stunning coastal vistas, quaint gorges, waterfalls and tall eucalypt forest. Surf the iconic swells of Bells Beach, walk and birdwatch among the flowering heath at Anglesea and snorkel or dive off Point Addis.
Three friends standing at the Erskine Falls lookout admiring the waterfall.

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.
A view of the beach from the lookout on Moggs Creek Circuit Track.

Moggs Creek

Moggs Creek is one of the many beautiful places in the park to picnic. After enjoying a picnic, stretch your legs on the Moggs Creek Circuit (distance: 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.
A couple stand and admire Sheoak Falls near Lorne in the Great Otway National Park.

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.

How to get there

Hammonds Campground

Hammonds Campground is located off Hammonds Road, 12km inland from Aireys Inlet. 
Hammonds Campground

When you're there

While the campground caters for self-contained comfort, you should bring your own drinking water and firewood, and take all rubbish home with you.

Fuel stoves or gas barbecues are preferred for cooking.

Need to know

Hammonds 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

Hammonds 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.

  • Great Otway National Park

    Great Otway National Park sites closed due to severe flooding

    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
    Sheoak Falls 
    Sheoak picnic ground walking Nature Loop
    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 burning in Lorne area

    Planned burning operations are scheduled in this park which will result in the following areas being affected from the time a burn is approved for ignition, until the area is declared safe. Ignition of the burns are scheduled from 19 March 2026 and are subject to favorable weather.



    Please adhere to all closure and advice signs in the area as planned burn activity commences.



    Check the status of current planned burns at https://plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.au
     
    Areas Affected:
     
    Allenvale Campground
    Sheoak Picnic area
    Sharps Rd
    Garvey Track
    Hendersen Track
    Castle Rock Track

  • Aire River West Campground (Aire River Heritage River)

    Aire West Camp Ground - Campsites 24 to 40 - CLOSED

    Parks Victoria operations are closely monitoring water levels within the Aire River estuary in Great Otway National Park. 

    Please be aware of the following important information:
    Estuary Closure: The Aire River mouth is  closed. Water is slowly rising in the estuary.  Any rainfall in the Aire River catchment basin, will increase water levels.  The river mouth may open naturally at any time, or may be encouraged to do so when conditions are suitable.

    Water level can be monitored here > Aire River levels @ Horden Vale 

    Impact on Campsites: Campsites 24 to 40 at the Aire West Campground are prone to high river water levels when over 1.55m. Campers setting up in low-lying areas closest the river should expect the potential for flooding.  
    Campsites 24 - 40 are CLOSED until conditions dry out. 

    Safety First: Floodwaters can be hazardous. Visitors are advised to avoid flooded areas for their safety, and comfort.

    Actions: When conditions, including tides and swell, are safe and suitable, another attempt to open the river mouth will be made.  The river may also open naturally when conditions allow.  Ongoing river mouth blockage may result in site closures.

    Water Recession: If, and/or when the river mouth opens, water levels are expected to recede quickly.

    Thank you for your cooperation. 


  • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

    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! 

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