Aire Crossing Campground (Great Otway National Park, Aire River Heritage River)

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Aire Crossing Campground (Great Otway National Park, Aire River Heritage River)

Located in a dense rainforest with tall mountain ash forest and blackwood trees, a tranquil setting located near the Aire River.
Five non-bookable camping spots available on a first come first served basis, provide you with a chance to encounter the myriad of wildlife nearby, including Koalas and many species of birds.
No camping in the car park or along Aire River.
A 4WD is recommended to access and nearby Halls Ridge Track (4WD) is seasonally closed.
Extreme fire danger forecast may close site, and site closed on forecast Catastrophic days.
Rapid weather changes may also impact access.

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Aire Crossing Campground (Great Otway National Park, Aire River Heritage River)

Aire Crossing Campground (Great Otway National Park, Aire River Heritage River)

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Aire Crossing Campground (Great Otway National Park, Aire River Heritage River)

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

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. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

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.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • Speed restrictions apply
  • No dogs allowed
  • No dogs allowed
  • No dogs allowed
  • No drones without a permit
  • No drones without a permit
  • No fires permitted
  • No fires permitted
  • No fires permitted
  • No horses
  • No horses
  • No horses
  • No generators
  • No generators
  • No bicycles
  • No bicycles
  • No motorbikes/trailbikes
  • No motorbikes/trailbikes
  • No firearms allowed
  • No firearms allowed
  • No firearms allowed

Warnings

  • Other warnings
    • Limbs may fall take care
    • Limbs may fall take care
    • Trees may fall take care
    • Trees may fall take care
    • No mobile phone reception
  • Terrain hazards
    • Slippery surface
    • Slippery surface
    • Steep track
    • Uneven ground
    • Deep hole
    • Slippery rocks
    • Slippery rocks
  • Water hazards
    • Deep water
    • Submerged obstacles
    • Strong currents
    • Shallow water
    • Flash flooding
  • Animals and pests
    • Snakes
    • Snakes

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

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 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.

Temporary Track Closure for Planned Burning (5 Mile Track and Little Erskine Track- Great Otway National Park)

5 Mile Track and Little Erskine Track will be closed until 8/5/2026 for Planned Burning.

Planned burning closures GONP

Closures within the Great Otway National Park due to planned burning include:
- Gentle Annie Track.
- Five Mile Track and Little Erskine Track.
Barwon Downs – Northern Ridges:
  • Neck Track                                                                                           
  • Taylors Track
  • Goat Track
  • Cowley Track
  • Cowley Link Track
  • Haydens Track
  • Newcombe Track
  • Thompson Track

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