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

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

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • No dogs allowed
  • No generators
  • Fees apply
  • No firearms allowed
  • Load, weight restrictions

Warnings

  • Water hazards
    • Strong currents
    • Rough Surf
    • Submerged obstacles
  • Animals and pests
    • Snakes
  • Other warnings
    • Vehicles

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.


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.

Great Ocean Walk - Track Update

Great Ocean Walk Track Update
Following recent winter rainfall, sections of the Great Ocean Walk have become very muddy and slippery.

Key Hazards
  • Muddy and slippery conditions: Many non-sandy areas are heavily affected by mud, creating hazardous walking conditions.
  • Track hazards: Rainfall has led to slippery surfaces and deep mud in several locations, increasing the risk of slips and falls.
  • Tree falls: There is an increased likelihood of fallen trees along the track.

Safety Advice 
  1. Exercise caution when walking, particularly in non-sandy and steep, forested sections.
  2. Report tree fall when it is safe and possible to do so by calling 131963.
  3. Please take care and plan accordingly for current track conditions.
  4. Monitor warnings and incidents https://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/

Maits Rest - OPEN

Maits Rest -  Now Open

We are pleased to announce that Maits Rest in the Great Otway National Park is now re-open to visitors following an extended closure due to tree strike damage.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation. Enjoy your visit and stay safe.

Please report any concerns or hazards to 131963 when safe to do so.

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