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Aire Crossing Campground (Aire River Heritage River, Great Otway National Park)
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.
How to get there
Aire Crossing Campground (Aire River Heritage River, Great Otway National Park)
Need to know
Aire Crossing Campground (Aire River Heritage River, Great Otway National Park)
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
Restrictions
- No bicycles
- No bicycles
- No motorbikes/trailbikes
- No motorbikes/trailbikes
- No firearms allowed
- No firearms allowed
- No firearms allowed
- No generators
- No generators
- Speed restrictions apply
- No dogs allowed
- No dogs allowed
- No dogs allowed
- No horses
- No horses
- No horses
- No drones without a permit
- No drones without a permit
- No fires permitted
- No fires permitted
- No fires permitted
Warnings
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Terrain hazards
- Deep hole
- Slippery surface
- Slippery surface
- Uneven ground
- Slippery rocks
- Slippery rocks
- Steep track
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Other warnings
- No mobile phone reception
- Trees may fall take care
- Trees may fall take care
- Limbs may fall take care
- Limbs may fall take care
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Water hazards
- Shallow water
- Strong currents
- Flash flooding
- Submerged obstacles
- Deep water
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Animals and pests
- Snakes
- Snakes
Be Prepared
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.
Kalimna Tramline link walk and Upper Kalimna is closed
Jarosite Headlands Beach Closure
Safety Notice: Jarosite Headlands Beach Closure
Seasonal Closure Notification – Aire East Campground
Cora Lynn Cascades Walking Track Closure
Aire River West campground - Flood impacts
Maits Rest Carpark- bus access
Event = Great Ocean Walk - Saturday, 25 October 2025
Great Ocean Walk Trail Advisory: Echidna & Long-nosed Bandicoot Activity
- Remain vigilant for fresh soil disturbances, shallow holes, and uneven ground surfaces.
- Wear sturdy hiking boots with ankle support to reduce injury risk.
- Carry a torch or headlamp for early starts or late finishes to spot potential hazards.
- Echidnas and long-nosed bandicoots are fully protected native wildlife.
- It is illegal to disturb, harass, handle, injure, or remove them—or any part of their habitat—from the wild.
- Do not approach, touch, chase, corner, or attempt to move these animals.
- Keep a respectful distance and allow wildlife to move away naturally.
- If you encounter an injured or orphaned animal, do not intervene directly.
- Echidnas move up to 200 m³ of soil annually through their digging behavior, promoting soil health and biodiversity.
- Long-nosed bandicoots create shallow foraging pits that aid seed germination and nutrient cycling, further enhancing ecosystem function.
Attachments: GONP Spring 2025 (349KB)