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Aire Crossing Campground (Aire River Heritage River, Great Otway National Park)
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.
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
Dogs are not allowed
Restrictions
- No fires permitted
- No fires permitted
- No fires permitted
- No horses
- No horses
- No horses
- No dogs allowed
- No dogs allowed
- No dogs allowed
- No bicycles
- No bicycles
- Speed restrictions apply
- No generators
- No generators
- No firearms allowed
- No firearms allowed
- No firearms allowed
- No drones without a permit
- No drones without a permit
- No motorbikes/trailbikes
- No motorbikes/trailbikes
Warnings
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Other warnings
- No mobile phone reception
- Limbs may fall take care
- Limbs may fall take care
- Trees may fall take care
- Trees may fall take care
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Water hazards
- Shallow water
- Deep water
- Submerged obstacles
- Flash flooding
- Strong currents
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Terrain hazards
- Steep track
- Slippery rocks
- Slippery rocks
- Uneven ground
- Slippery surface
- Slippery surface
- Deep hole
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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.
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.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping protect the park environment during this time.
Great Otway Natonal Park - flood damge impact
Severe thunderstorms and flash flooding on 16 January 2026 caused significant damage across parts of the eastern Great Otway National Park.
Recovery works are ongoing.
We are pleased to advise that some areas have now reopened, while others remain closed to ensure public safety during assessment and repair work.
The following areas are now open to visitors:
- Moggs Creek Picnic Area
- Distillery Creek Picnic Area
- Ocean Track
- Castle Rock
- Sheoak Falls to Swallow Cave Track
Parks Victoria has reopened sections of the Kalimna Falls Walking Trail, providing:
- Access from Sheoak Picnic Ground
- Walking access to Lower Kalimna Falls
- Return via the same route or continuing through to Garvey Track
✅ Open sections are marked in green on park signage/maps
❌ Closed sections remain in red and must not be entered
Visitors should remain on marked open tracks and follow all onsite signage.
⚠️ Important Visitor Advice
- Always follow posted signage and staff directions
- Stay within reopened (green-marked) track sections
- Do not enter closed areas under any circumstances
- Conditions may change without notice
Wye Road Closure
Due to recent storm and flood damage, Wye Road will remain closed until the end of winter to allow for road maintenance and repair works.