Great Ocean Walk - Day 2 - Elliot Ridge Campsite to Blanket Bay Campsite (Great Otway National Park, Stony Creek (Otways) Reference Area)

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Great Ocean Walk - Day 2 - Elliot Ridge Campsite to Blanket Bay Campsite (Great Otway National Park, Stony Creek (Otways) Reference Area)

This section of the Walk traverses the beautiful forested hinterland of the Great Ocean Road. Walk through giant Mountain Ash forests and lush fern-strewn valleys before descending to towards the stunning coastal scenery of Blanket Bay, sheltered from the rough swells of the wild Southern Ocean.

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Great Ocean Walk - Day 2 - Elliot Ridge Campsite to Blanket Bay Campsite (Great Otway National Park, Stony Creek (Otways) Reference Area)

Need to know

Great Ocean Walk - Day 2 - Elliot Ridge Campsite to Blanket Bay Campsite (Great Otway National Park, Stony Creek (Otways) Reference Area)

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

Management vehicle only
No firearms allowed
No camping
No dogs allowed
No fires permitted

Warnings

Animals and pests
Snakes
Terrain hazards
Slippery surface
Other warnings
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.

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.

Colac Tree Road Open, Skinners Track Closed

Colac Tree Road within the Great Otway National Park will re-open at 5pm on Monday 2nd December with a 40kph restriction.

Skinners Creek Track, within the Great Otway National Park, will remain closed until further notice.

These restrictions will be in place due to fire impacting the area.

Melba Gully - Large bus access

Melba Gully Walk Track and picnic area is accessible for large coaches. Toilet facilities are available on site

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.