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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. 

Need to know

Hammonds Campground

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

    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.


    Jarosite Headlands Beach Closure


    Safety Notice: Jarosite Headlands Beach Closure

    Due to recent cliff falls, the beach at the base of Jarosite Headlands is closed to the public.
    A large amount of rock and debris is still unstable, and further collapses may occur. For your safety, please do not attempt to enter the closed area.
    Access to Addiscott Beach and Southside Beach remains open. Please consult the map below for the designated closed area.
    We will provide an update when the area is safe to reopen.

    Event = Great Ocean Walk - Saturday, 25 October 2025

    NOTICE TO PARK VISITORS
    A permitted trail running event will be operating on the Great Ocean Walk trail system on Saturday, 25 October 2025.

    Event: Great Ocean Trail Ultra
    Date: Saturday, 25 October 2025
    Time: 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM (20 hours)
    Route: Apollo Bay to Princetown Recreation Reserve via Great Ocean Walk
    Participants: Up to 400 registered runners (100km and 45km events)
    ________________________________________
    AFFECTED AREAS AND TIMES
    Morning Activity (Higher Impact Period)
    Apollo Bay vicinity: 4:30 AM - 5:30 AM
    Blanket Bay Day Use Area: 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Cape Otway Lightstation Car Park: 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Aire River West Campground: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    Peak Activity Period
    Castle Cove Lookout: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Johanna Beach Day Use Area: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM (includes 45km event start)
    Parker Access Track/Great Ocean Road: 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
    Evening Activity
    Princetown Recreation Reserve: 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM (finish line area)
    GOW Lookout Car Park (near 12 Apostles): 1:30 PM - midnight
    ________________________________________
    WHAT TO EXPECT
    For Great Ocean Walk Users:
    The Great Ocean Walk remains fully open to public use
    You may encounter trail runners throughout the day
    Participants are required to give way to walkers and be courteous
    Event marshals positioned at key locations to assist
    Facility Access:
    All public toilets and facilities remain available
    Car parks accessible (brief periods of increased activity expected)
    Campground facilities protected - event routes bypass overnight camping areas
    Walk-in campsites not affected by event operations
    Traffic Considerations:
    Minimal road impact - event follows walking trails
    Brief activity at Great Ocean Road crossings with marshal supervision
    "Event in Progress" signage displayed at key locations
    ________________________________________
    ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES
    Parks Victoria confirms the following protective measures are in place:
    Mandatory compliance with cinnamon fungus prevention protocols
    Leave No Trace principles enforced for all participants
    Waste management systems - all event waste removed from parks
    Professional medical support and emergency response procedures
    Regular monitoring by experienced event management team
    ________________________________________
    WEATHER AND CONDITIONS
    This event is subject to cancellation or modification due to:
    South West District Fire danger ratings (Extreme or Catastrophic conditions)  
    Severe weather warnings
    Track closure requirements
    Emergency service direction
    Event organisers monitor conditions closely and will cancel if necessary to ensure public and participant safety.
    ________________________________________
    FOR MORE INFORMATION
    Parks Victoria Information Centre:
    📞 13 1963
    Great Ocean Road Coast & Parks Authority (GORCAPA):
    📞 1300 736 533
    Event Information:

    Emergency Services: 000
    ________________________________________
    This notice will remain in effect until Monday, 27 October 2025

    Parks Victoria acknowledges the Eastern Maar People as Traditional Owners of these lands and waters and recognises their ongoing connection to Country.

  • Great Otway National Park

    Big Hill Campground Temporarily Closed

    Due to upgrade works the Big Hill Campground will be closed to visitors until October 1st 2025. Works are being undertaken to improve camp pad surfaces and to establish grass cover in several areas of the campground. The campground will be closed while these works are completed and the surfaces are establishing to prevent damage to the new surfaces to improve the future camping experience at this site.

    Severe Weather Alert - 7 & 8 SEP 2025

    A severe weather system is forecast to impact the region, with damaging winds, heavy rain, and possible flooding expected in 
    • Great Otway National Park > Great Ocean Walk, 
    • Port Campbell National Park, and 
    • Bay of Islands Coastal Park
     from Sunday night 07 SEP  through Monday morning 08 SEP 2025

    Summary of conditions
    • Damaging wind gusts: Northerly winds are forecast to reach 80–100 km/h across Otways, western ranges, and coastal areas, with up to 120 km/h possible on exposed peaks.
    • Heavy rainfall: Patchy heavy rain is expected Sunday night and Monday, with rainfall totals of 20–40 mm possible, and locally up to 50–70 mm in northeast ranges; most areas should expect 5–15 mm.
    • Thunderstorm risk: Localised severe thunderstorms are possible, with heavy rain and very strong wind gusts.

    Public safety information
    • Walking tracks and visitor sites may be slippery, flooded, and hazardous due to these conditions.
    • Fallen trees, debris, and flash flooding are possible—please heed all warning signs and detours in park areas.
    • Driving and vehicle access: Exercise extreme caution on park roads, especially in forested and coastal sections, and avoid creek/river crossings.
    • Camp only in booked campsites, not in vehicles or under heavy tree canopy.

    What visitors should do
    Check the latest conditions, and know your environment and limitations 
    Report tress down and damage, when safe to do so, on 131963.

  • Aire River West Campground (Great Otway National Park, Aire River Heritage River)

    Seasonal Partial Closure Notification – Aire West Campground

    Closure Dates: 1 June – 30 September 2025

    Due to wet and muddy ground conditions during the cooler months, Sites 17 to 40 at Aire West Campground will be closed from 1 June to 30 September 2025. Extended closure may be required to ensure conditions are suitable for opening.

    Sites 1 to 16 will remain open, subject to suitable dry conditions. Campers are advised to check the latest updates before travelling.

    Note: The Great Ocean Walk hike-in campground at Aire West is not affected and remains open year-round.

    These closures help protect campground surfaces and ensure safe, comfortable camping experiences. Camping in closed areas is not permitted and is subject to National Park Regulations 2024.

    We thank you for your cooperation and commitment to caring for the park.

  • Aire River East Campground (Aire River Heritage River, Great Otway National Park)

    Seasonal Closure Notification – Aire East Campground

    Closure Dates: 1 June – 30 October 2025

    Aire East Campground will be fully closed over the winter period and into early spring, due to consistently wet ground conditions. The closure is in place to ensure visitor safety, comfort, and to prevent damage to the campground’s grassed surfaces.

    This closure is in line with Parks Victoria’s commitment to sustainable park management and will remain in effect until 30 October 2025.

    Camping in closed areas is not permitted under the National Park Regulations 2024.

    We appreciate your understanding and encourage you to explore alternative camping locations in the region during this time.

    Closure may be extended if the campground has not dried out.

  • 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. 

  • 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.

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