Maits Rest Rainforest Walk (Great Otway National Park GORCAPA)

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Maits Rest Rainforest Walk (Great Otway National Park GORCAPA)

Immerse yourself in an ancient rainforest with giant Myrtle Beech trees towering over ancient tree ferns and a moss-covered forest floor. Spot the endemic carnivorous Otway Black Snail, look out for secretive long-nosed potoroos foraging in the leaf litter and at night hear the screeches of Yellow-bellied Gliders and owls.

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Maits Rest Rainforest Walk (Great Otway National Park GORCAPA)

Maits Rest Rainforest Walk (Great Otway National Park GORCAPA)

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Maits Rest Rainforest Walk (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 generators
  • No bicycles
  • No vehicles
  • No dogs allowed
  • No camping
  • No fires permitted
  • No horses
  • No motorised vehicles, including electric bikes or scooters allowed on management vehicle only paths, tracks or roads
  • No firearms allowed

Warnings

  • Terrain hazards
    • Slippery surface
    • Uneven ground
    • Slippery rocks
  • Other warnings
    • Vehicles
    • Trees may fall take care
  • Water hazards
    • Flash flooding

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.

Maits Rest Carpark – Temporary Partial Closure

Visitors are advised that maintenance works will be undertaken at the Maits Rest Carpark in Great Otway National Park from 2 June to 4 June 2026.

These works involve repairing and resurfacing sections of the carpark affected by pothole damage.

What to expect:
Partial closure of the carpark during works
Reduced parking availability
Construction activity and machinery on site

Access:
The carpark will remain partially open, with approximately half of the parking area available.
Access to the Maits Rest Rainforest Walk will remain open at all times.
Visitors are asked to follow all signage and directions from contractors to ensure safety.

We appreciate your patience while these essential maintenance works are completed

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