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

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

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

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

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

Warnings

Water hazards
Strong currents

Submerged obstacles

Rough Surf
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.

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.

Change of booking arrangements – Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority

From 1 July 2026, bookings for Aire River West Campground in Great Otway National Park will be managed by the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority (GORCAPA) via a separate booking system on the GORCAPA website.

Important information:

Bookings for this campground will be temporarily unavailable from 29–30 June 2026 while the booking system transitions to GORCAPA.

Bookings will reopen on 1 July 2026 via the GORCAPA website.

If you are planning a summer camping trip to this area, you will need to book directly through the GORCAPA website once bookings reopen.