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)

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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

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
Other warnings
Trees may fall take care

Trees may fall take care

No mobile phone reception

Limbs may fall take care

Limbs may fall take care

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,

https://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/

https://traffic.transport.vic.gov.au/

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.

Hurst Road Planned Burn

Planned burning operations are scheduled in the Great Otway National Park which will result in closure of the Eumeralla MTB tracks 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 favourable weather.

Local traffic only on Hurst RD

Aire West Campground – Partial Seasonal Closure

Visitors are advised that sites 17–40 at Aire West Campground in Great Otway National Park are temporarily closed from 29 May to 25 September 2026 due to seasonal conditions.

What to expect:

Sites 17–40 are closed and unavailable for camping or vehicle access during this period

Remaining sites may still be accessible, subject to conditions

Important information:

The closure period may be extended if conditions remain too wet to safely support camping and vehicle access

Visitors are asked to follow any on-site signage and avoid closed areas to prevent damage to the campground and ensure safety.

The Great Ocean Walk hike in camp site is not impacted.

Entering into or camping within closed areas is subject to National Park regulations

We appreciate your cooperation in helping protect the park during these conditions.

Aire East Campground – Seasonal Closure

Aire East Campground in Great Otway National Park will be closed from 29 May to 25 September 2026 as part of the annual seasonal winter closure.

This closure is necessary to protect the campground and access tracks during periods of wet weather, when conditions are highly susceptible to damage from vehicle use and camping activity.

What to expect:

No visitor or vehicle access to the campground during the closure period.

Campground and toilet facilities will be unavailable.

Important information:

The closure period may be extended if conditions remain too wet to safely support vehicle access and camping.

Visitors are encouraged to plan ahead and consider alternative campgrounds.

Entering into or camping within closed areas is subject to National Park regulations

We appreciate your cooperation in helping protect the park environment during this time.

Maits Rest Carpark – Temporary Partial Closure

Visitors are advised that maintenance works will be undertaken at the Maits Rest Carpark in Great Otway National Park from 2 June to 4 June 2026.

These works involve repairing and resurfacing sections of the carpark affected by pothole damage.

What to expect:

Partial closure of the carpark during works

Reduced parking availability

Construction activity and machinery on site

Access:

The carpark will remain partially open, with approximately half of the parking area available.

Access to the Maits Rest Rainforest Walk will remain open at all times.

Visitors are asked to follow all signage and directions from contractors to ensure safety.

We appreciate your patience while these essential maintenance works are completed