Contents 9.1 Discovery Coast ....................................................................................................................................................... 2

9.1.2 Lower Glenelg National Park................................................................................................................................ 4

9.2 Volcanoes & Lakes ................................................................................................................................................. 23

9.3 Shipwreck Coast..................................................................................................................................................... 31

9.4 Surf & Otway ......................................................................................................................................................... 36

9.1 Discovery Coast

Ref Site Sub Site Rating

1 Rennick Pinaster 3.0

2 Rennick Plantation Palpara Park 3.6

3~14 Lower Glenelg National Park

15 Discovery Bay Coastal Park Swan Lake 3.2

16 Cobboboonee State Forest Surrey Ridge 4.3

17 Cobboboonee State Forest Jackass Ferngully 4.2

18 Dartmoor Fort O'Hare 4.2

19 Crawford River Forest Park Hiscocks Crossing 3.7

20 Crawford River Forest Park Boulevard 4.2

21 Merino Showgrounds

2.5

22 Digby Hotel 2.8

23 Hotspur Bridge

2.1

24 Annya State Forest Annya 3.5

25 Mt Clay State Forest Sawpit 4.1

26 Fitzroy Rv Rest Area 3.4

27 Fitzroy Rv Reserve 3.7

28 Fitzroy River Estuary

29 Lake Yambuk Reserve

3.5

30 Macarthur Emmeralla Rv 3.3

31 Mt Eccles National Park

4.4

32 Portland Foreshore reserve

1. Rennick :- Pinaster Type Road Rest Area, Roadside

Situated 18k south east of Mt Gambier on the Princes Hwy [A1], just east of the state border. Privacy Reasonable: passing glimpse from Highway through trees VicRoads 71 A7 Hema 38 F2 Access Sealed Road Size 3+ Height 55

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck Contact Vic Roads CFA District S. West Visit 1/12/01 Ref 28

Site description A relatively small, level rest area about 80m off the Highway, well shaded by mature Blackwoods and pines. Backed by the Rennick Pine Plantation (State Forest)

2. Rennick Plantation :- Palpara Park Type State Forest, Camp Ground

Situated near the SA border, between the Princes [A1] Hwy and Princes Margaret Rose Caves. Access from Rennick on the Princes Hwy [A1] by the SA border (17k east of Mt Gambia): South 3.7k on the Princes Margaret Rose Caves Rd (good limestone gravel) (signposted on the left). Privacy Reasonable: 60m off a tourist/forestry road Site description An extended, level, open, treed picnic and camping park between the Caves Rd and Rennick pine plantation. Good shade from mature Yellow Gum, Stringybark and Blackwoods with a few shrubs. Well cut grass (part of the plantation fire break). Backed by pine plantation.

VicRoads 71 A8 Hema 38 G2 Access Gravel Size 10+ Height 55

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck Contact DSE Heywood (03) 5527 1302 CFA District S. West Visit 1/12/01 Ref 582

9.1.2 Lower Glenelg National Park

Ref Site Sub Site Rating

Lower Glenelg National Park General

3 Lower Glenelg National Park Princess Margaret Caves 4.4

4 Lower Glenelg National Park Hutchessons 4.6

5 Lower Glenelg National Park McLennans Punt 4.3

6 Lower Glenelg National Park Wilson Hall 4.0

7 Lower Glenelg National Park Forest Camp North 4.4

8 Lower Glenelg National Park Red Gum Landing 4.3

9 Lower Glenelg National Park Wild Dog Bend 4.4

10 Lower Glenelg National Park Pritchards 3.9

11 Lower Glenelg National Park Battersbys 4.3

12 Lower Glenelg National Park Forest Camp 4.3

13 Wade Junction

2.9

14 Discovery Bay Coastal Park Lake Mombeong 3.5

Lower Glenelg National Park -General Situated in the far south-west of Victoria along the Glenelg River estuary Access from the north off the Princes Highway [A1], from the south off the Portland-Nelson Rd [C192] Site description The Glenelg estuary flows through limestone, providing a spectacular 50 m high gorge, ideal for flat water canoeing. Being at the edge of eastern moist and western dry plant life, there is a wide range of flora and, consequentially, fauna. There are 6 camping sites on the northern bank and 4 on the southern. Although a site may be seen across the river, relocation can involve considerable detours (via Dartmoor &/or Nelson).

Most sites are small, so all must be pre-booked through the Nelson Visitor Information Centre at Nelson (08) 8738 4171 VicRoads 87 A2 Hema 38 G2

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Warnings Some access tracks, especially on the north bank, are sandy - tricky if very wet or dry - check Contact Parks Vic Nelson (08) 8738 4171 CFA District S. West Ref 106

3. Lower Glenelg National Park :- Princess Margaret Caves Type National Park, Camp Ground

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Cave tours take about 30 minutes.

Boundary Specific sites Fees $11pn/per site Bookings Advised Firewood NO-BYO CFA District S. West Visit 1/12/01 Ref 27

Situated on the northern bank of the lower Glenelg River, 2k from the SA border. Access from Rennick on the Princes Hwy [A1] by the SA border (17k east of Mt Gambia): South 16k on the Princes Margaret Rose Caves Rd (good limestone gravel) (signposted) Privacy Very good: quiet area, individual sites each secluded by bush Site description Situated on a flat plateau near stunning views overlooking the winding gorge of the wide and deep lower Glenelg River. Camp area located in a bush setting, most sites grassed, well separated and screened by scrub. Most share a tap and BBQ. The 5 van sites have thin shade from stunted Yellow Gum and good scrub, the 10 tent sites have plenty of shade from Brown Stringybark. Possibly the best laid-out camp site in Victoria. Hot showers, kiosk. Spring brings wildflowers and orchids. Wrens, rosellas, honeyeaters, kangaroos and emus are common. Contact Parks Vic Cave Information Centre, (08) 8738 4171

4. Lower Glenelg National Park :- Hutchessons Type National Park, Camp Ground

Situated on the northern bank of the lower Glenelg River, south-west of Dartmoor Access from Dartmoor [A1]: South-west 12.3k on Wanwin Rd (11k sealed), bear left (south) 2.2k on Wanwin Rd (limestone gravel), right (nor-east) 11k on Wannwin Rd, left (south) 1.2k through pine plantation to the river.

Privacy Good: Two segregated sites at road end VicRoads 87 B1 Hema 38 H2 Access Gravel Size 2 Height 10

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Boundary Parking fence Firewood Available Fees $10 per night/site Bookings Required Contact Parks Vic Nelson (08) 8738 4171 CFA District S. West Visit 3/12/01 Ref 566

Site description Pleasant riverside camp with views of the winding gorge of the wide and deep lower Glenelg River. Bush setting with reasonable shade from Yellow Gums over short grass. Wrens, rosellas and other birds plentiful. Spring brings wildflowers and orchids. Kangaroos and emus are common in the surrounding forest. Jetty Warnings Pre-pay fees & book site at National Park Office - Nelson or Princes Margaret Caves

5. Lower Glenelg National Park :- McLennans Punt Type National Park, Camp Ground

Situated on the northern bank of the lower Glenelg River, south-west of Dartmoor. Access from Dartmoor [A1]: South-west 12.3k on Wanwin Rd (11k sealed), bear left (south) 2.2k on Wanwin Rd (limestone gravel), right (nor-east) 9k on Wannwin Rd, left (south) 1.9k through pine plantation to the river. Privacy Reasonable: Road end but sites in close proximity Site description Riverside site by the wide and deep lower Glenelg River. A grassed clearing with 3 sites close to each other, shaded by mature pines and Yellow Gums. Only 1 site is level. Plentiful bird life. Backed by Brown Stringybark forest, tea tree, dense bush and wildflowers. Warnings Pre-pay fees & book site at National Park Office - Nelson or Princes Margaret Caves

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Fees $7 per night/site Bookings Required Contact Parks Vic Nelson (08) 8738 4171 CFA District S. West Visit 3/12/01 Ref 567

6 Lower Glenelg National Park :- Wilson Hall Type National Park, Camp Ground

Situated on the northern bank of the lower Glenelg River, south-west of Dartmoor Access from Dartmoor [A1]: South-west 12.3k on Wanwin Rd (11k sealed), bear left (south) 2.2k on Wanwin Rd (limestone gravel), right (nor-east) 5.3k on Wannwin Rd, left (south) 1.5k on good limestone to the river. Privacy Good: Specific camping area away from day trippers

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Boundary Specific sites Firewood Available Fees $10 per night/site Bookings Required Contact Parks Vic Nelson (08) 8738 4171 CFA District S. West Visit 3/12/01 Ref 568

Site description Situated on a flat plain above the Glenelg River, most sites are segregated by bush, reasonably level and well grassed (mown by kangaroos). Bush setting with plenty of shade from Brown Stringybark Gum and wattle. Spring brings wildflowers and orchids. Kangaroos and emus are common in the surrounding forest. Short track to the river, boat ramp and jetty Warnings Pre-pay fees & book site at National Park Office - Nelson or Princes Margaret Caves

7 Lower Glenelg National Park :- Forest Camp North Type National Park, Camp Ground

Situated on the northern bank of the lower Glenelg River, south-west of Dartmoor. Access from Dartmoor [A1]: South-west 12.3k on Wanwin Rd (11k sealed), bear left (south) 2.2k on Wanwin Rd (limestone gravel), right (nor-east) 3k on Wannwin Rd, left (south) 2.8k to the Fireline Track, left (east) 300m, right (south) 200m down a steep track to the river.

Privacy Good: Road end; only 1 large open site VicRoads 87 D2 Hema 38 H2 Access Gravel Size 1 + Height 10

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Fees $10 per site/night Bookings Required Contact Parks Vic Nelson (08) 8738 4171 CFA District S. West Visit 3/12/01 Ref 569

Site description A relatively large, open, level, grassed clearing by the wide and deep lower Glenelg River. Bush setting but with little shade. Spring brings wildflowers and orchids. Kangaroos and emus are common in the surrounding forest. Prolific bird life. Warnings Pre-pay fees & book site at National Park Office - Nelson or Princes Margaret Caves

8 Lower Glenelg National Park -: Red Gum Landing Type National Park, Camp Ground

Situated on the northern bank of the lower Glenelg River, south-west of Dartmoor VicRoads 87 D2 Hema 38 H2 Access Gravel Size 2 Height 10

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Boundary Parking fence Firewood Available Fees $10 per night/site Bookings Required Privacy Good: 2 segregated sites at track end.

Access from Dartmoor [A1]: South-west 12.3k on Wanwin Rd (11k sealed), bear left (south) 2.2k on Wanwin Rd (limestone gravel) continue south 2.8k on The Fence Track (good sand), right (west) 1.9k on Fireline Tk (sandy), left down a sandy track 200m to the river. Site description Attractive small grassed clearings overlooking the wide and deep lower Glenelg River. The parking bays are short, narrow and slope - designed for tent camping. Bush setting with good shade from Yellow and Red Gums, backed by Brown Stringybark forest. Bird life prolific. Spring brings wildflowers and orchids. Kangaroos and emus are common in the surrounding forest. Warnings Pre-pay fees & book site at National Park Office - Nelson or Princes Margaret Caves Contact Parks Vic Nelson (08) 8738 4171 CFA District S. West Visit 3/12/01 Ref 570

9 Lower Glenelg National Park :- Wild Dog Bend Type National Park, Camp Ground

Situated on the southern bank of the lower Glenelg River, east of Nelson, north west of Portland. Access from Nelson: East 15k on the Portland-Nelson Rd [C192], left (north-east) 10k on the Winnap-Nelson Rd, left (nor-east) 3k on an unsigned sandy, twisty track to the river. Privacy Good: remote from main roads but expect day visitors

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Boundary Specific sites Firewood Available Fees $10 per night/site Bookings Required Contact Parks Vic Nelson (08) 8738 4171 CFA District S. West Visit 4/12/01 Ref 574

Site description Pleasant riverside camp overlooking the winding gorge of the wide and deep lower Glenelg River. Bush setting with reasonable shade from Brown Stringybark Gums. The 2 sites are level, grassed and reasonably large, separated by shrubs. Kangaroos and emus are common in the surrounding forest. Spring brings wildflowers and orchids, especially in the Kentbruck Heath area in the east of the Park. In the nearby gullies of the Moleside Creek (picnic ground on Nelson-Winnap Rd) can be found Australia's most westerly tree ferns - an example of intermixing of western and eastern Australian plants found in this Park. Warnings Pre-pay fees & book site at National Park Office - Nelson or Princes Margaret Caves

10 Lower Glenelg National Park :- Pritchards Type National Park, Camp Ground

Situated on the southern bank of the lower Glenelg River, east of Nelson, north west of Portland. Access from Nelson: East 15k on the Portland-Nelson Rd, left (north-east) 5k on the Winnap-Nelson Rd, left (north) 1.3k (limestone gravel) to the river. Privacy Reasonable: well off main roads but sites are in close proximity - crowded in peak periods Site description Pleasant riverside camp by the wide and deep lower Glenelg River. Two circuits, each with 10 sites all in close proximity. Most parking bays are level but constrained. Facilities are on grassed terraces below - designed for tent camping. Good shade from large cypress and Blackwood, backed by Brown Stringybark forest. Spring brings wildflowers and orchids. Kangaroos and emus are common in the surrounding forest. Jetty, boat and canoe ramp.

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Contact Parks Vic Nelson (08) 8738 4171 CFA District S. West Visit 4/12/01 Ref 573

11. Lower Glenelg National Park :- Battersbys Type National Park, Camp Ground

Situated on the southern bank of the lower Glenelg River, east of Nelson, north west of Portland. Access from Nelson: North 1.2k on North Nelson Rd, right (east) 1k on Huebners Rd , right (east) 13k on Glenelg Drive (limestone), left (north) 0.3k to the river.

Privacy Reasonable: sites exposed to day area VicRoads 87 D2 Hema 38 H2 Access Gravel Size 2 Height 10

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Boundary Specific sites Firewood Available Fees $10 per site/night Bookings Required Contact Parks Vic Nelson (08) 8738 4171 CFA District S. West Visit 4/12/01 Ref 572

Site description Reasonable riverside camp by the wide and deep lower Glenelg River. Adjacent to a small creek. Bush setting with plenty of shade from Brown Stringybark Gums. Two small, level sites are squeezed beside a pleasant, well grassed picnic area, surrounded by bush. Spring brings wildflowers and orchids. Kangaroos and emus are common in the surrounding forest. Jetty Warnings Pre-pay fees & book site at National Park Office - Nelson or Princes Margaret Caves

12. Lower Glenelg National Park :– Forest Camp Type National Park, Camp Ground

Situated on the southern bank of the lower Glenelg River, east of Nelson, north west of Portland. Access from Nelson: North 1.2k on North Nelson Rd, right (east) 1k on Huebners Rd , right (east) 13k on Glenelg Drive (limestone), left (north) 0.3k to the river. Privacy Good: well off roads but crowded at peak periods, expect day trippers

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Boundary Specific sites Firewood Available Fees $10 per night/site Bookings Required Contact Parks Vic Nelson (08) 8738 4171 CFA District S. West Visit 4/12/01 Ref 571

Site description A pleasant riverside camp looking across the wide and deep lower Glenelg River to limestone cliffs. Bush setting, well grassed with regular shade from Brown Stringybark Gums. Parking bays are level and relatively large. All sites adjacent. Jetty. Bird life prolific. Spring brings wildflowers and orchids. Kangaroos and emus are common in the surrounding forest. Warnings Pre-pay fees & book site at National Park Office - Nelson or Princes Margaret Caves

13 Wade Junction – Rest Area Type Road Rest Area, Roadside

Situated by the Portland-Nelson Rd [C192] opposite the Winnap Rd junction, 15k east of Nelson Privacy Reasonable: 50m off main road, partially secluded by vegetation

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Contact Vic Roads CFA District S. West Visit 5/12/01 Ref 927 Site description A small, gravelled circuit parking area 50m off the main road with some shade from Brown Stringybark and scrub. Level and well grassed. It is possible to get further off the road near the fire water point. BBQ is broken. The only rest area on the Nelson-Portland Rd not in a National Park Alternatively, for a bush camp, try the road into state forest running north, opposite the Lake Rd/Nelson-Portland Rd junction, about 1k east.

14 Discovery Bay Coastal Park :- Lake Mombeong Type State Park, Camp Ground

Situated near the coast south-east of Nelson, north-west of Portland. Access from Portland: North 5.2k on the Henty Hwy [A1], left (nor-west) 46k on the Portland-Nelson Rd [C192], left (south) 7.5k on the Lake Mombeong (Bong Bong) Rd (good limestone, last 1k sandy) Privacy Good: well off main roads and beach access road

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. Walking track (600m) to very large, extended and mobile dunes, the endless surf beach (fishing) and Suttons Rocks.

Boundary Specific sites Firewood Limited Fees $9 per site/night Bookings Required

Site description A flat, grassed, open plain adjacent to a tranquil shallow fresh water lake, backed by coastal vegetation on dunes to the north and south. Very few shade trees. Can be hot in summer. Exposed to winds. Prolific bird life: water birds including pelicans, swans and ducks; honeyeaters, fantails and fantails in the coastal scrub. Kangaroos and emus are common. Trout fishing in Lake Monibeong (no power boats). Many rare orchids might be found. By the Long Swamp to the east are the only Victorian examples of Yellow Gum (E. leucoxylon var. macrocarpa) with their pink or yellow flowers. Warnings Surfing dangerous. Last 1k of access may be soft sand when very dry Pre-pay fees & book site at National Park Office - Nelson or Princes Margaret Caves Contact Parks Vic Nelson (08) 8738 4051 CFA District S. West Visit 5/12/01 Ref 577

15. Discovery Bay Coastal Park - Swan Lake Type State Park, Camp Ground

Situated near the coast south-east of Nelson, north-west of Portland. Access from Portland: North 5.2k on the Henty Hwy [A1], left (nor-west) 30k on the Portland-Nelson Rd, left (south) 5.7k on the Swan Lake Rd (gravel, steep sections). Privacy Good: well off main roads, away from day area

Activities A 1.5k walking track follows the line of the Johnstone Creek through very large, extended and mobile dunes to the endless surf beach (fishing, swimming dangerous). Upstream of the lake is a small but spectacular waterfall.

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Boundary Specific sites Firewood Limited Fees $9 per night/site Bookings Required Contact Parks Vic Nelson (08) 8738 4051 CFA District S. West Visit 5/12/01 Ref 578

Site description A grassy, open flat about 500m from the placid, picturesque Swan Lake which is set amidst dunes and a rocky outcrop. Sites are relatively large but lined up like an army camp with no shade or internal shrubs. Surrounded by dense coastal scrub. Prolific bird life: water birds including pelicans, swans and ducks; honeyeaters, wrens and fantails in the coastal scrub. Kangaroos and emus are common. Warnings Steep (but straight) access road not recommended for caravans Pre-pay fees & book site at National Park Office - Nelson or Princes Margaret Caves

16. Cobboboonee State Forest :- Surrey Ridge Type State Forest, Camp Ground

Situated on the forested banks of the Surry River south-west of Heywood, north of Portland. Access from Heywood: South 6k on the Princes Hwy [A1], left (west) 8.6k on Coffeys Lane (5k gravel), left (south) 1.2k on Jackeys Swamp Rd, right (west) 2.2k on Cut Out Dam Rd, 200m left down signed access road.

VicRoads 88 A4 Hema 38 H3 Access Gravel Size 5+ Height 50 Privacy Very good: Well off main roads and off forestry road

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Activities Tim's Loop Walk: 1km, 0.5hr return, easy; Hodgett's Loop Walk: 2k, 1hr

return, easy; Great South West Walk~ days Site description Shaded by Messmate and Brown Stringybark the camp site's dry sclerophyll forest contrasts with the adjoining wet sclerophyll forest in the river gully. The extended clearing has short grass, is mostly level and usually green - a pleasant camp. Prolific bird life. Kangaroos and emus are common. Near a camp site for the Great South West Walking Trail, walking tracks lead through stands of Blackwood, Swamp Gum, Stringybark and Manna Gum with an understory of ferns, rushes, shrubs and climbing Clematis. Contact DSE Portland (03) 5523 3232, Heywood (03) 5527 1302 CFA District S. West Visit 5/12/01 Ref 576

17. Cobboboonee State Forest :– Jackass Ferngully Type State Forest, Camp Ground Situated near the headwaters of the Fitzroy River, north-west of Heywood, north of Portland. Access from Heywood: North-west 23k on the Princes Hwy [A1], left (east and south) 9k on the T & W Road, right (west) 200m on a signposted narrow access road (just before the Fitzroy Rv bridge). Privacy Very good; secluded from low use forest road by bush

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Jackass Fern Gully Walk: 1k 0.5h return, easy, with viewing platform over ferns. Great South West Walk and Great Cobboboonee Horse Trail Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck

Site description One of the most attractive, green picnic and camping areas in the district. Shaded by Messmate Stringybark (E. obliqua) and surrounded by a dense understory of musk. The reasonably large clearing has short grass but most sites slope. Bird life prolific. Horse yard nearby. The adjacent gully has an upperstory of Blackwood and Hazel Pomaderris with an understory of Paperbark, creepers, tree ferns, fishbone fern, madden hair fern and many others near the western edge of their range. Originally a camping site and river ford for bullock teams linking Heywood with settlements to the north it now plays a similar role as a camp site for the Great South West Walking Trail. In the intervening years the Jackass Sawmill was established on the south bank of the Fitzroy River near the bridge. Contact DSE Portland (03) 5523 3232, Heywood (03) 5527 1302 CFA District S. West Visit 5/12/01 Ref 575

18. Dartmoor :- Fort O'Hare Type Reserve, Camp Ground

Situated on the edge of Dartmoor, overlooking the Glenelg River. Located at the eastern end of Greeham St in Dartmoor (42k nor-west from Heywood via the Princes Hwy [A1]). Follow Major Mitchell Trail signs down to the river. Privacy Good: Road end. Occasional distant highway traffic noise.

VicRoads 71 F8, 233 O3 Hema 38 G3 Access Sealed Road Size 10+ Height 30

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Limited Bookings No: pot luck CFA District S. West Visit 1/12/01 Ref 2

Site description Pleasant, extended, well grassed green flats by the Glenelg River. Good shade from River Red Gums. Jetty Major Mitchell established a base camp here while taking his boats down the Glenelg. Now a popular canoe launching point.

19. Crawford River Forest Park :- Hiscocks Crossing Type State Park, Camp Ground

Situated by the forested Crawford River, east of Dartmoor, north-west of Heywood, north of Portland. Access from Dartmoor: South-west 12.5k on the Princes [A1] Hwy, left (north) 3.5k on the East Greenwald Rd, right (east) 4.4k on Proudfoot Rd (gravel), right 500m through the pleasant, riverside picnic ground (track becomes narrow with large potholes – check first).

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck Contact Parks Vic CFA District S. West Visit 30/11/01 Ref 926

Site description A partially cleared hillside site surrounded by tea tree and scrub. Well shaded by Yellow Gum and Stringybark but trees inhibit access and turning - designed for tent camping. All sites slope. Maintenance and use appears low. No river view. Whip birds, black cockatoos, ducks and mosquitoes are common. Koalas sighted. The extended, attractive, level picnic ground overlooks the broad Crawford River. Warnings Check access track and grass if wet

20. Crawford River Forest Park - Boulevard Type State Park, Camp Ground Situated by the forested Crawford River, east of Dartmoor, north-west of Heywood, north of Portland. Access from Heywood: North-west 6.6k on the Princes Hwy [A1], right (north) 20k on the Portland-Casterton Rd [C195] 1k through Hotspur, left (west) 6k on the Mill Rd (gravel) which (after a couple of corners) becomes The (scenic) Boulevard Rd and follows the Crawford River, 6 dispersed sites over the next 5k. Alternatively, from Dartmoor: South-west 12.5k on the Princes [A1] Hwy, left (north) 3.5k on the East Greenwald Rd, right (east) 4.4k on Proudfoot Rd (gravel) 100m over the Crawford River at Hiscocks Crossing right (east) 3k on the Boulevard Rd to the first site.

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Activities Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck Contact DSE Heywood (03) 5527 1302 CFA District S. West Visit 30/11/01 Ref 580

Site description Six attractive, dispersed sites in an unexpected picturesque lush wet sclerophyll forest (including ferns) area along the river, backed by dry sclerophyll forest and heathland. Whip birds, black cockatoos, ducks and mosquitoes are common. Koalas sighted. Most sites are on small grassed river flats between the road and the tranquil Crawford River. Most have a BBQ and table. Access tracks are signed, narrow and parking space is limited. Popular in summer. Good shade from Yellow Gums, Banksia and Tea-tree. From Hotspur (east), sites are:

Youngs Hole - space for 2 above the river plus 2 by the river (no facilities) [photo]

Blue Wren - squeezed between the road and river = exposed; 1 site

Steep Bank - very steep access, riverside, 1 site

Bronze Wing - riverside, 1 site

King Fisher - attractive, riverside, 1+ site

The Neck - riverside, swampy if wet, 1 site

21. Merino Showgrounds

Type LG Reserve, Camp Ground

Situated on the northern edge of Merino (west of Hamilton, north of Heywood) off the Portland-Casterton Rd. Privacy Poor: Overlooked by main road and houses

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Site description A poor site in a quiet town. The large, level showground and football oval is grassed but with little vegetation. The 8 powered sites are exposed to the main road and houses with no shade. Large pine trees on the reserve boundary provide more secluded, shaded non-powered camping. Near Merino Creek and backed by steep farmland hills. Swimming pool nearby. Closure of Merino shops (and leasing as low-cost housing) reduces amenity. Glenelg Shire advise no known arrangements/facilities for camping, 18/12/01 Contact Glenelg Shire (03) 5522 2200 CFA District S. West Visit 30/11/01 Ref 822

22. Digby - Hotel Type Private land, Informal/unofficial

Situated at Digby, 46k east of Hamilton, 38k north of Heywood, by the Portland-Casterton Rd [C195] and Dartmore-Hamilton Rd [C187] junction. Paddock at rear of the Digby Hotel. VicRoads 72 A6 Hema 38 F3 Access Sealed Road Size 5+ Height 150

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Site description Situated in a paddock behind the Digby Hotel - check with publican first. Grassy, limited shade, rather exposed in a very small village. Good, economic meals. Contact Digby Hotel (03) 5579 3281 CFA District S. West Visit 30/11/01 Ref 909

23. Hotspur Bridge Type Road Rest Area, Roadside

Situated By the Portland/Casterton Rd [C195] at the Crawford River bridge. Approx 25k north of Heywood. Privacy Poor: Open, overlooked by road VicRoads 72 A8 Hema 38 G3 Access Dry weather only Size 8+ Height 70

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Site description A riverside, level, large, well grassed reserve between the old and new bridge on the southern bank of the Crawford Rv. Open and surrounded by flat farmland - little ambiance. One large cypress provides good shade to a couple of sites. A row of gums on the boundary gives some privacy. Boggy and long grass if wet (appears not to be maintained or used over winter). Features a swimming jetty to the slow, relatively broad and deep river. Nearby old Rising Sun pub (closed) is being restored by artist Nick Edge Warnings Boggy if wet CFA District S. West Visit 30/11/01 Ref 12

24. Annya State Forest :- Annya Type State Forest, Camp Ground

Situated in State Forest north of Heywood and Portland Access from Heywood: North-west 7k on the Princes Hwy [A1], right north 7k on the Portland-Casterton Rd [C195], right east 0.5k on Annya Rd (gravel).

Privacy Reasonable: open to a forestry road. VicRoads 88 B2 Hema 38 G4 Access Gravel Size 4+ Height 150

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck Contact DSE Heywood (03) 5527 1302 CFA District S. West Visit 5/12/01 Ref 544

Site description A reasonably pleasant site it is situated on both sides of Annya Rd, surrounded by Messmate forest. Farmland to the south. The semi-cleared area is level, well grassed and shaded by Yellow Gum and Blackwood, the site of an old sawmill. Birdlife is prolific. Secluded sites on the northern side of the road, but slope, potentially boggy.

25. Mt Clay State Forest: - Sawpit Type State Forest, Camp Ground Situated on a broad forested ridge top nor-east of Portland, south-east of Haywood. Access from Portland: North-east 19k on Henty Hwy[A1] and Princes Hwy [A1] almost to Narrawong, after crossing the Surry River (left) north 2.7k up the Boyers Rd (0.2k gravel), signposted access road on the left. Privacy Good: 200m off forestry road, sites scattered. Site description Situated on a wide, gravely, forested ridge. Features two large road circuits around the benches and BBQs which are remote from generally small, short, level parking bays. Reasonable shade provided by mature Stringybark - Messmate and Brown - with an understory of wattles. Pleasant in spring, dry brown by late summer. Kangaroo, wallaby and echidna are common, as are emu, wedge-tailed eagle, blue wren, willie wagtail and kookaburra. The site of the districts first sawn timber, the hand sawpit has been preserved and signposted. An easy 15 minute walk through Messmate leads to the edge of the ridge and Whalers Lookout for views over Portland Bay (and whales).

To the north west the volcanic strata is covered by windblown acidic sand, promoting rich heathland, at its best in spring. Volcanic Mount Clay (189m) is located to the east, about 5.5k (by road) off Tower Rd. The commercial beach and riverside camping reserve at Narrawong has an endless supply of hot water (artesian).

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Whalers Lookout Walk: 0.6k 0.5hr return, easy Boundary Parking fence Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck Contact DSE Heywood (03) 5527 1302 CFA District S. West Visit 8/12/01 Ref 579

26. Fitzroy Rv - Rest Area Type Road Rest Area, Roadside

Situated by the Princes Hwy [A1], 27k east of Portland, just east of the Fitzroy Rv bridge, on the right (south). Privacy Poor: partially screened by vegetation from the Princes Hwy with regular traffic noise.

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A small, level, well grassed area beside the small Fitzroy Rv with limited shade from Swamp Gum, Manna Gum and wattle. BBQ broken.

27. Fitzroy Rv – River Reserve Type Reserve, Bush camp

Situated off the Princes Hwy [A1], 27k east of Portland, just east of the Fitzroy Rv bridge, on the right (south) past the Rest Area, dispersed sites along the formed Lovells Lane (gravel).

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck CFA District S. West Visit 7/12/01 Ref 8 Warnings Take care after rain - mushy

Site description An extended, level, well grassed riverside reserve by the small Fitzroy Rv.. Some sites open, some shaded by Swamp Gum, stunted Manna Gum and wattle. Lush grass is occasionally slashed.

28. Fitzroy River - Estuary Type Reserve, By the mouth of the Fitzroy River. Access from Portland: east 31k on the Princes Hwy [A1] (7k east of Tyrendarra, near the 330km post), right (south) 3.6k on Thompsons Rd (keep right at 0.8 then left at 1.6k) to its end at the river. VicRoads 88 F6 Hema 38 H4 Access Sealed Road Height 4

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29. Lake Yambuk Reserve

Type LG Reserve, Caravan Park Lakeside camping behind sand dunes, south of Yambuk, west of Port Fairy. Access from the Princes Hwy [A1] at Yambuk (17k west of Port Fairy); South 3.4k on Yambuk Lake and Carroll's Rds. Site description Small, well grassed (mown) open country park situated just above Lake Yambuk, backed by dunes and overlooked by a few holiday houses. A couple of unpowered sites have very good shade from dense cypress. Most sites slope a little. Facilities include 1 electric BBQ (free) and laundry. Attractive location with easy access to lake, dunes and surf. Popular at peak periods. Privacy Poor: roadside, with regular tourist traffic to boat ramp and jetty Contact Moyne Shire 04190 06201, (03) 5568 4201 CFA District S. West Visit 7/12/01 Ref 30

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30. Macarthur - Emmeralla Rv Type Reserve, Picnic Ground

Situated south of Hamilton, north-east of Portland, north-west of Warrnambool. Located on the southern edge of Macarthur (34k south of Hamilton [A200, B140, B160], 47k north-west of Port Fairy [A1], on the Hamilton-Port Fairy Rd [C184]), south of the Emmeralla River bridge follow 'anglers' sign back to the river.

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Limited Bookings No: Warnings Short access track is boggy if wet CFA District S. West Visit 8/12/01 Ref 928

Site description An open riverside reserve, level, well grassed (occasionally slashed), little shade from a single Manna Gum. Beside the placid Emmeralla Rv, backed by a large recreation reserve.

31. Mt Eccles National Park

Type National Park, Camp Ground Situated towards the west of Victoria's volcanic plains, south of Hamilton, north-east of Portland, north-west of Warrnambool. Access from Macarthur (34k south of Hamilton [A200, B140, B160], 47k north-west of Port Fairy [A1], on the Hamilton-Port Fairy Rd [C184]): east 8.5k on the Mount Eccles Rd. (well signed) Privacy Good: off main roads, semi-dispersed sites segregated from day trippers.

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Activities The nature walk around the rim takes about 1hr, the walk around the lake edge takes about 45 minutes. There are other longer walks including the Canal Walk (2hrs) along the lava flow and Natural Bridge Walk (2hrs). Boundary Specific sites Firewood NO-BYO Fees $9 per site/night Bookings Required

Site description Pleasant, level, grassed and shaded sites just below the scoria slopes of Mt Eccles. Sites vary in size, are semi-dispersed over a large area of bush, most share 10 BBQs and taps, 2 toilet blocks (1 with hot showers). Good shade from mature Manna Gum and scattered Blackwood with an understory of bracken and grass over scoria. Parrots, kookaburras, wrens, honeyeaters and cockatoos are common, with the occasional wedge tailed eagle. Koalas are also common, tiger cats, wombats and echidnas may be seen at dusk. Stunning views of the crater lake (Lake Surprise) are obtained from the crater rim. A surprise to Major Mitchell as the surrounding country is dry, especially in summer. The nearby Byaduk Caves (Mount Napier State Park) are the largest and most accessible lava caves in Australia. (no camping) Contact Parks Vic (03) 5576 1338 CFA District S. West Visit 7/12/01 Ref 581

32. Portland - Foreshore Reserve

Type Local Government foreshore reserve Situated on the foreshore at Portland. Ask at Maritime Information Centre for preferred areas and directions VicRoads 88 B7 Hema 38 H4 Access Sealed Road Height 2 Site description "The general foreshore area is available for an overnight stay. Limit stays to one or two nights" CFA District S. West Visit not yet Ref 223

9.2 Volcanoes & Lakes

Ref Site Sub Site Rating

1 Derrinallum Deep Lake 3.9

2 Lismore Lake Toolirook 3.9

3 Camperdown Lake Bookar 3.6

4 Terang Rest Area

5 Cobden Lake Elingamite 3.9

6 Jancourt State Forest

3.5

7 Pirron Yallock Stony Rises 2.6

8 Lake Corangamite

3.5

9 Colac Lake Colac Caravan Park 4.1

10 Colac Meredith Park 3.5

11 Inverleigh Barwon Rv 3.5

12 Inverleigh Leigh Rv 3.1

13 Bannockburn Bushland Reserve 3.6

1. Derrinallum - Deep Lake Type LG Reserve, Camp Ground

Situated By Deep Lake, near Derrinallum (on the Hamilton Hwy [B140] 105k W of Geelong) Access from the western end of Derrinallum : North-west 4.1k on Chatsworth Rd Privacy Reasonable: partially screened from country road by vegetation, expect day visitors.

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Limited Fees $3 night/site Bookings No: pot luck CFA District S. West Visit 10/12/01 Ref 173

Site description The most pleasant of the Western Plains lake camps. A small reserve, well grassed (mown) with good shade to some sites from mature cypress and wattles plus some shrubs. Lake view. Surrounded by open, rolling farmland. Pay fees at either café in Derrinallum.

2. Lismore - Lake Toolirook Type LG Reserve, Camp Ground Situated By Lake Toolirook, 4k south of Lismore (95k west of Geelong). Access from Lismore on the Hamilton Hwy [B140]: South-west 4.4k on the Camperdown-Lismore Rd [C165] right (west) 1.5k on Lake Toolirook Rd (gravel) to the Lake. Privacy Good: Well of main roads at road end, but expect day visitors

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Limited Bookings No: pot luck CFA District S. West Visit 10/12/01 Ref 140 Site description Lakeside camping on 2 level, open paddocks with a tin hut complete

with fireplace and lounge. Well grassed (occasionally slashed). Good shade to many sites from edging mature pines. Recent plantings will eventually improve ambience. Surrounded by flat farmland with a view of Mt Elephant across the lake. (There may be fees but no sign of how much or to who.)

3. Camperdown - Lake Bookar Type Reserve, Car Park

Situated by Lake Bookar, north-west of Camperdown. Access from Camperdown: West 5k on the Princes Hwy [A1], right (north) 7.1k on the Darlington Rd [C173], signposted on the right, just past the Bookar school and tennis court. Privacy Poor: partially secluded from a country road by distance and vegetation

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Activities short walking trail along the lake Boundary Parking fence CFA District S. West Visit 11/12/01 Ref 932 Site description A small level gravel parking area by the Lake Bookar Grasslands Re-vegetation Project, overlooking the shallow lake and backed by plantings of shrubs. No shade. A poor little stop.

4. Terang – Rest Area

Type Road Rest Area, Roadside

4k east of Terang on the Princes Hwy [A1]. VicRoads 90 H5 Hema 39 H8 Access Sealed Road Privacy Adjacent Princes Hwy

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Site description "Small area, limited shade" CFA District S. West Visit not yet Ref 32

5. Cobden - Lake Elingamite

Type Reserve, Picnic Ground Situated south-west of Cobden on the eastern shore of Lake Elingamite Access from Cobden: west 2k on the Cobden-Terang Rd [C156], left (south-west) 2k on the Ecklin Rd. left (south) 800m on Oates Rd (gravel) (signed Lake Elingamite). Privacy Reasonable: distantly overlooked by a very low use country road, very open Site description Situated beside a volcanic lake is a large, well grassed (mown), level reserve with shade from a couple of rows of cypress backed by recent plantings of gums. A pier extends out into the lake. Facilities (WC, shower, BBQ, hall) might be available from the fishing club if contact can be made in Cobden

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood NO-BYO Bookings No: pot luck CFA District S. West Visit 19/03/03 Ref 860

6. Jancourt State Forest

Type State Forest, Picnic Ground Situated north of Simpson, south-east of Cobden, south of Camperdown. Access from Camperdown [A1]: South-west 13k on the Camperdown-Cobden Rd [C164] to Cobden, right east then south-east 17k on the Lavers Hill-Cobden Rd [C156] (8k north of Simpson), left (east) 2.5k on the Timboon-Colac Rd [C163], left (north) 1.8k on the Jancourt Forest Rd (gravel) into the State Forest to the Reilly Rd junction, picnic ground on left.

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Activities Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck Contact DSE Colac (03) 5233 5533 CFA District S. West Visit 11/12/01 Ref 563

Site description A small green picnic ground surrounded and well shaded by Stringybark Messmate forest and a few pines. Level and well grassed on a broad ridge. About the only forested area on the volcanic plains. Jancourt Flora and Fauna Reserve 2k to the east

7. Pirron Yallock - Stony Rises Type Road Rest Area, Roadside

Situated by the Princes Hwy [A1] midway between Geelong and Warnambool, 28k east of Camperdown (16k west of Colac) on the Princes [A1] Hwy, 2k west of Pirron Yallock in the Stony Rises. Privacy Poor: Separated from the Hwy by rocks and trees but within sight and sound of traffic.

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Fees no Bookings No: pot luck Activities View floating islands, koalas and ancient lava flow CFA District S. West Visit 20/05/00 Ref 33

Site description 3 small rest areas, one an open parking area to a ParksVic reserve opposite the store, two in old highway bends through the Stony Rises. Surrounded by Broad-leaved Peppermint and bush but with limited shade to sites. The Stony Rises are a lava flow. There are 1300km of dry stone walls in this area. The floating islands in the nearby lagoon are peat and vegetation the base of which were burnt out when the lagoon was dry. Koalas are common.

8. Lake Corangamite

Type Reserve, Informal/unofficial Situated on the eastern edge of Lake Corangamite, north-west of Colac. Access from Colac: west 13k on the Princes Hwy [A1], right (north) 9k on the Nalangil Rd to its end, left a few metres to an access track to the lake.

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Privacy Reasonable: Screened by vegetation from country road Site description A small, narrow lakeside reserve separated from the road by mature cypress pine. Well grassed and a few shrubs. A couple of reasonably level sites. A poor little quiet camp. Lake Corangamite is the largest permanent saltwater lake in Victoria. CFA District S. West Visit 11/12/01 Ref 933

9. Colac - Lake Colac Caravan Park Type LG Reserve, Caravan Park

Situated on the shore of Lake Colac on the town edge, west of Geelong Access from Colac Information Centre on Princes Hwy [A1]: north 1k on Queen St then Fyans St. Privacy Good: Well off main roads, small park

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Boundary Specific sites Fees $18 per site/night Bookings Advised Contact Surf Coast Shire (03) 5231 5971 CFA District S. West Visit 11/12/01 Ref 546

Site description A quiet, small caravan park in a picturesque setting facing the lake, backed by botanical gardens. Mown grass, sealed roads, shrubs but little shade. Ensuite amenities, drive through sites.

10. Colac - Meredith Park Type Reserve, Camp Ground

Situated on the northern shore of Lake Colac. Access from Colac: East 4k on the Princes Hwy [A1], left (north) 6k on the Colac-Ballarat Rd [C146], left (west) 2k on the Meredith Park Rd Privacy Poor: exposed to low use through country road and day trippers Site description Lakeside, level, well grassed (occasionally slashed) area by the road, reasonable shade from a few Manna Gums, pines and other exotics but very open. Appears a little aged and run-down. Pleasant view across lake to Colac and volcanic hills. Surrounded by flat, grassed farmland. Fires in cement BBQs only. No shooting. No alcohol Camping permits from Colac Otway Shire, $10 irrespective of length of stay. Contact Colac Otway Shire Customer Services, 2-6 Rae St, Colac, (03)5332 9400

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood NO-BYO Fees $10 per stay Bookings Permit required CFA District S. West Visit 12/12/01 Ref 886

11. Inverleigh - Barwon Rv Type Reserve, Informal/unofficial

Just south of Inverleigh (28k west of Geelong via the Hamilton Hwy [B140]) a track extends through a reserve for 1.5km along the banks of the Leigh & Barwon Rivers, from the eastern end of Park St to the Inverleigh-Winchelsea Rd bridge. The track deteriorates from north to south. Privacy Reasonable: Well off main roads but all sites open to the access track

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Facilities: Activities Boundary Not controlled Firewood Limited Bookings No: pot luck Site description An extended riverside reserve located by pleasant river banks with a row of River Red Gums but limited shade to potential sites. Open grassland, occasionally slashed. A popular local fishing and swimming area.

CFA District Central Visit 21/05/00 Ref 261

12. Inverleigh - Leigh Rv Type Road Rest Area, Roadside

Situated on the eastern edge of Inverleigh (27k west of Geelong) on the Hamilton Hwy [B140], by the Leigh Rv.

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A walking track runs down the western side of the Leigh Rv. Boundary Not controlled Firewood Limited Bookings No: pot luck CFA District Central Visit 19/05/00 Ref 174 Privacy Reasonable: A large, treed reserve but just off and overlooked by a busy highway

Site description A large level grassy area among large shady pine, cypress and gum trees near the small Leigh River. Just off and overlooked by a busy highway. Toilets over bridge

13. Bannockburn – Bushland Reserve

Type Reserve, Informal/unofficial

Situated SW of Bannockburn (off the Midland Hwy [A300] 20k nor-west of Geelong). Access from Bannockburn: West 1k on the Shelford-Bannockburn Rd [C143], left (south) 2k on Harvey Rd (to just south of transmission line), right (west) a few metres on a gravel road (not signposted) into the bushland reserve. Find a track and a site. Privacy Good: Off a low use road, screened by trees and bush

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Flora in nearby reserve.

Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck Site description Bush camping in a few hundred square metres of stumpy Yellow Gums, She-oak and wildflowers on level gravel. Bush tracks give access to dispersed, small clearings. Access road continues on to Bannockburn Flora Reserve.

Warnings Check bush tracks if wet CFA District Central Visit 12/12/01 Ref 215

9.3 Shipwreck Coast

Ref Site Sub Site Rating

1 Port Fairy Surf Lifesaving Club 2.8

2 Killarney Beach

3.3

3 Cudgee Rest Area

4 Naringal East Rest Area 3.6

5 Port Campbell Rifle Range

6 Simpson Showgrounds 3.7

7 Otway Ranges State Forest Wiridjil Recreation Reserve 3.9

8 Princetown The Apostles 3.5

9 Princetown Recreation Reserve 2.7

1. Port Fairy - Surf Lifesaving Club Type LG Reserve, Car Park

Parking areas near the Surf Lifesaving Club, Beach St VicRoads 89 E8, 243 Q3 Hema 38 H5 Access Sealed Road Size 10 Height 6 Privacy Very poor: roadside parking, overlooked by houses

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Boundary Specific sites Bookings No: pot luck CFA District S. West Visit 21/03/03 Ref 935

Site description Sealed, level foreshore parking area off main roads. Very open, no vegetation or shade. Excellent beach view. Showers cold. Street lights.

2. Killarney Beach

Type LG Reserve, Caravan Park

Situated beachside between Warrnambool and Port Fairy. Access from Warrnambool: West 18.5k on Princes Hwy [A1], left (south) on Mahoneys Rd 1.4k nearly to beach. Privacy Reasonable: well off roads but very open

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Boundary Specific sites Firewood NO-BYO Fees $11 ($15 power) per site/night Bookings Possible

Site description A low key caravan park surrounding a country recreation reserve tucked in under sand dunes near an attractive beach (formed by natural rock groins) and an extended surf beach. All sites level and grassed (mown), a few shaded by cypress trees and hedges. Surrounded by open, flat, farmland and low, grass-covered sand-dunes. Popular (crowded) at peak times. Small laundry, 16 powered sites Contact Moyne Shire, Killarney Hotel (03) 5568 7290 CFA District S. West Visit 20/03/03 Ref 810

3. Cudgee – Rest Area Type Road Rest Area, Roadside

Situated 17k east of Warrnambool on the Princes Hwy [A1]. VicRoads 90 C7 Hema 38 H7 Access Sealed Road Privacy Near Princes Hwy

Facilities: Site description "Small secluded area well off the road, trees surround, caravans OK" CFA District S. West Visit not yet Ref 31

4. Naringal East – Rest Area Type Road Rest Area, Roadside

Situated east of Warnambool [A1] on the north side of the Cobden-Warnambool Rd [C167], 17k east of Allansford

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck CFA District S. West Visit 19/03/03 Ref 899

Site description A small, attractive, green wayside stop, well shaded by tall white trunked Manna Gums and Blackwoods, surrounded by dense forest, the head waters of the Brucknell Creek. Well grassed (mown) but with limited off-road parking. Good for tents. Bench and free electric BBQ. A quieter, greener alternative to Princes Highway rest areas

5. Port Campbell: - Rifle Range Type Reserve, NO CAMPING Situated by the Great Ocean Rd [B100] 3k west of Port Campbell VicRoads 100 A3 Hema 39 J8 Site description Gate now locked, no camping CFA District S. West Visit 22/03/03 Ref 880

6. Simpson - Showgrounds Type Reserve, Recreation Reserve

Situated at Simpson, 38k south of Camperdown, north-east of Port Campbell. On the northern edge of Simpson town, off the Lavers Hill - Princetown Rd [C156]

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Boundary Not controlled Fees $10 per site/night Bookings No: pot luck CFA District S. West Visit 11/12/01 Ref 871

Privacy Reasonable: Most sites shielded by vegetation and distance from roads; noisy on sports days Site description A large recreation and show grounds with power outlets spread around the circuit. Good shade to many sites from edging mature cypress pines. Thick mown, level lawn. Walk to shop and hotel. Contact Contact Reg McVilly for fees and keys to (umpires) showers. (03) 5594 3562

7. Otway Ranges State Forest :- Wiridjil Recreation Reserve Type State Forest, Recreation Ground Situated inland from the 12 Apostles, east of Port Campbell, south of Simpson. Access from Port Campbell: South East 15k on the Great Ocean Rd [B100], north 7k up the Princetown Rd [C166] into the State Forest, reserve on the left. Privacy Good: able to get 200m off main road behind vegetation

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Activities Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck CFA District S. West Visit 22/03/03 Ref 562

Site description A country recreation reserve, tennis court, and pony club surrounded by and melding into State Forest. Shade from edging Messmate and Manna Gums. Level and grassed over firm sand. A bush camp (behind tennis courts) with access to toilets (beside club rooms).

8. Princetown :- The Apostles Type Private land, Caravan Park

Situated near the Great Ocean Rd [B100] between Port Campbell and Lavers Hill. Turn off the Great Ocean Rd 500m east to the Princetown settlement (signed) VicRoads 100 D5 Hema 39 K8 Access Sealed Road Size 45 Height 50 Privacy Good, secluded from road by terrain

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Boundary Specific sites Fees $16 $18 (power) per site/night Bookings Possible Site description A small, quiet country caravan park located behind the general store, opposite the hotel (that's the town) on a grassed hill with views over the Gellibrand Rv and Port Campbell National Park sand dunes. Little vegetation or shade. Add $2 to fees at peak periods. Contact Princetown Store (03) 5598 8119 CFA District S. West Visit 21/03/03 Ref 879

9. Princetown :- Recreation Reserve Type LG Reserve, Caravan Park

Situated near the Great Ocean Rd [B100] between Port Campbell and Lavers Hill. Turn off the Great Ocean Rd at Princetown just south the Latrobe Cr Bridge, 1k east on the Old Coach Rd (gravel) across the Gellibrand Rv VicRoads 100 D5 Hema 39 K8 Access Gravel Size 30+ Height 5 Privacy Reasonable: off main road, but very open

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Boundary Specific sites Firewood NO-BYO Fees $14 ($18 power) per site/night Bookings Possible CFA District S. West Visit 22/03/03 Ref 866 Site description A rather scruffy, windblown country recreation reserve. A few cypress provide some shade and protection on one boundary. Powered sites extend along the oval fence, with no shade. All sites level. Being close to the Gellibrand Rv this camp ground appeals to fishing enthusiasts, but otherwise the small caravan park behind the Princetown general store may be better value. Contact caretaker @ 46 Post Office Rd Princetown, (03) 5598 8207

9.4 Surf & Otway

Ref Site Sub Site Rating

1 Otway Ranges State Forest Glascow Falls Scenic Reserve

2 Otway Ranges State Forest Aire Crossing

3 Otway Ranges State Forest Triplet Falls

4 Ferguson Otway Oasis 4.0

5 Otway Ranges State Forest Aire Valley Reserve 4.3

6 Otway Ranges State Forest Beauchamp Falls Reserve 4.0

7 Otway Ranges State Forest Dandos 4.2

8 Otway Ranges State Forest Stevenson Falls 4.2

9 Forrest Caravan Park 3.8

10 Otway Ranges State Forest Lake Elizabeth Reserve 3.5

11 Otway Ranges State Forest Mount Sabine 3.5

12 Kennett River Foreshore

4.2

13 Angahook-Lorne State Park Wye River Road 2.8

14 Angahook-Lorne State Park Jamieson Track

15 Angahook-Lorne State Park Allenvale Mill 3.5

16 Angahook-Lorne State Park Sharps Track

17 Angahook-Lorne State Park Blanket Leaf 3.0

18 Angahook-Lorne State Park Big Hill 3.7

19 Angahook-Lorne State Park Hammonds Rd 2.8

20 Otway State Forest Peters Hill 3.4

21 Otway National Park Johanna Beach 3.0

22 Otway National Park Aire River, West bank 3.6

23 Otway National Park Aire River, East bank 4.1

24 Otway National Park Point Franklin

25 Otway National Park Blanket Bay 4.5

1. Otway Ranges State Forest :- Glascow Falls Scenic Reserve Type State Forest, Bush camp

Situated on the inland slopes of the Otways towards its eastern end, north of Lavers Hill Access from Lavers Hill [B100]: North-west 0.8k down the Lavers Hill-Cobden Rd [C156], directly on north 5k down the Morris Track (earth) to Chapple Cr and the Glascow Falls Scenic Reserve. VicRoads 100 G4 Hema 39 J9

Access ? Height 200 Site description "Lush forested valley, accessible by conventional vehicles" Contact DSE Colac (03) 5233 5533 CFA District S. West Visit not yet Ref 564

2. Otway Ranges State Forest :– Aire Crossing Type State Forest, Camp Ground Situated by the Aire River, south-west of Beech Forest, east of Lavers Hill Access from Beech Forest: West 11k on the Lavers Hill Rd [C155] to Mount Chapple (6.5k north-east of Lavers Hill), left (south) 4k on the Wait-A-While Rd (gravel), left 2k down the Aire Crossing Track to the river. Wait-A-While Rd is also accessible off the Great Ocean Rd [B100] about 8.5k south of Lavers Hill. VicRoads 100 J5 Hema 39 K10 Other Vicmap The Otways & Shipwreck Coast 1:50,000 Access Dry weather only Height 170

Facilities: Activities Site description "A small parking area just above the old (closed) bridge over the Aire River. The camping area uphill suites tents, 4 wheel accessible. Situated in a narrow, forested valley, can be dank when wet. Myrtle Beech and Blackwood along the river, backed by Mountain Ash. Cascades just downstream." Contact DSE Colac (03) 5233 5533 CFA District S. West Visit not yet Ref 557

3. Otway Ranges State Forest - Triplet Falls Type State Forest, Car Park

Situated in the Aire River valley by Young Creek, south-west of Beech Forest, east of Lavers Hill Access from Beech Forest (50k south of Colac [A1] via the Colac-Lavers Hill [C155] Rd): west 3k on the Lavers Hill Rd [C155] almost to Ferguson village, left (south) 6k on the Phillips Rd (gravel) to the Old Phillips Track and Young Creek Road Junction. VicRoads 101 A4 Hema 39 J9 Other Vicmap The Otways & Shipwreck Coast 1:50,000 Access Gravel Height 350

Facilities: Activities A short circuit track (0.5k 20 min) to the falls (3 channels) under mature

myrtle beech, past ferns and moss covered logs leads to the most accessible and charming falls in the Otways. Site description "A car park near a picnic ground by an old mill site on the side of the Aire River valley, by Young Creek. Surrounded by regenerated Alpine Ash" Contact DSE Colac (03) 5233 5533 CFA District S. West Visit not yet Ref 556

4. Ferguson :- "Otway Oasis" Type Private land, Bush camp

Situated at Ferguson, south of Colac, between Lavers Hill and Beech Forest. Access from Colac [A1]: South 37k on the Colac-Lavers Hill Rd [C155], on the right just before the junction with the Beech Forest Rd [c159]. VicRoads 101 A4 Hema 39 J9 Access Sealed Road Size 40+ Height 500

Privacy Very good: secluded from main roads

Suit: Facilities: Activities Glow worms nearby

Boundary Not controlled Firewood Supplied Fees $5 per night Bookings Possible Site description Situated on a dairy farm just below the Otway Range ridge line. Four semi- dispersed clearings, well sheltered by mature Blackwoods. Well grassed, generally level facing Blackwood and wet sclerophyll forest in the headwaters of the Carlisle River. Gravel access track across paddocks being developed. Firewood and drinking water supplied. Hot showers available at Lavers Hill indoor heated swimming pool Contact Allan Dowd (03) 5235 9333 CFA District S. West Visit 29/03/03 Ref 65

5. Otway Ranges State Forest :- Aire Valley Reserve Type State Forest, Camp Ground

Situated by the Aire River in the Aire Valley Plantation, north-west of Apollo Bay, south of Beech Forest. Access from Beech Forest (50k south of Colac [A1] via the Colac-Lavers Hill Rd [C155]): East 1.5k on the Beech Forest-Mt Sabine Rd [C159], right (south) 5.7k down the Aire Valley Rd (gravel) to the bridge, left 60m upstream. Also accessible north off the Great Ocean [B100] Rd 14k east of Apollo Bay via Binns Rd Privacy Good: off forestry road, secluded by dense vegetation.

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck Warnings Dank in wet weather Contact DSE Colac (03) 5233 5533 CFA District S. West Visit 23/03/03 Ref 554

Site description Pleasant, green, riverside camping on a small flat well shaded by Blackwood, oak, plain and fur trees, surrounded by steep, pine covered hills with an understory of tree ferns. WC collapsing (2003). There is a magnificent stand of Californian redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens) along the river below the day area. Planted in 1936, some are enormous.

6. Otway Ranges State Forest - Beauchamp Falls Reserve Type State Forest, Picnic Ground

Situated on a ridge in the Aire Valley Plantation, north-west of Apollo Bay, south of Beech Forest. Access from Beech Forest: East 1.5k on the Beech Forest-Mt Sabine Rd [C159], right (south) 0.6k down the Aire Valley Rd (gravel), left (east) 0.5k down Flannagans Rd, right (south) 1.8k down the Beauchamps Falls Rd Privacy Good: road end, but expect day trippers

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Boundary Parking fence Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck

Site description A picturesque, large, grassed picnic ground and gravel parking area on the end of a broad ridge. Shade provided by mature Douglas firs and Blackwoods. Surrounded by pine plantations and forested ridges and valleys. The car park slopes gently. One bench, one BBQ. Male WC disintegrated (2003). Excellent for tent camping. Some local guides list the Reserve as a Camp Ground, others as a Picnic Ground. Contact DSE Colac (03) 5233 5533 CFA District S. West Visit 24/03/03 Ref 555

7. Otway Ranges State Forest - Dandos Type State Forest, Camp Ground Situated in the inland foothills of the Otway's, south of Colac, East of Gellibrand Access from Colac [A1]: South 26k on the Colac-Lavers Hill Rd [C155] (2k south of Gellibrand), left, east 11.2k on Lardners Track (Gellibrand East Rd)(1.7k sealed, good gravel through tree ferns), left 200m on Sayers Tk, left 400m to Dandos (signed) Privacy Very good: Well off main roads, few day trippers

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Limited Bookings No: pot luck Contact DSE Colac (03) 5233 5533 CFA District S. West Visit 27/03/03 Ref 552

Site description A quiet, remote, attractive site on a former tree nursery in a large bend of the Gellibrand River featuring a magnificent avenue of poplars. The camp ground, separate from the day area, is a generally level grassy flat with thin shade from open rows of Messmate. Access tracks are gravelled laid out in a regimented design. 9 tables, 7 pit fires (no BBQs). A grassed (slashed) play area adjoins. Surrounded by low ridges forested by Mountain Ash, Manna Gum and Pine forest with an understory of blackwoods, wattles and tea tree - a mixture of wet and dry sclerophyll forest. Rosellas and magpies are common. The small Gellibrand River has a series of deep pools, accessed by a walking track leading downstream.

8. Otway Ranges State Forest :- Stevenson Falls Type State Forest, Camp Ground

Situated on the inland slopes of the Otways, south of Colac, near Upper Gellibrand. Access from Colac [A1]: East then south 39k down the Colac-Forest Rd [C154] then the Apollo Bay-Forest Rd [C119] to Barramunga, right (west) 4.5k down the Upper Gellibrand Rd (gravel) to Upper Gellibrand, cross bridge to the camp. Privacy Near the end of, but partially exposed to, the tourist road to the falls

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Activities Boundary Not controlled Firewood Limited Bookings No: pot luck Contact DSE Colac (03) 5233 5533 CFA District S. West Visit 25/03/03 Ref 559

Site description Very pleasant valley camp by the small Gellibrand River. About half the sites are well shaded by groves of different furs, other sites are open with a scattering of oaks, pears, plums and apples. All sites level, well grassed (mown by kangaroos). Wrens and kangaroos are common. Surrounded by steep, forested (pine and Mountain Ash) slopes. Road continues to a car park on the edge of the forest and short walking tracks to the falls.

9. Forrest - Caravan Park Type Private land, Caravan Park

Situated in Forrest, 32k south of Colac, off Henry & Station Streets VicRoads 101 D2, 262 D9 Hema 39 J10 Access Sealed Road Size 40+ Height 160 Privacy Good: off side streets, secluded by vegetation Site description A large (8 acres) country town caravan park, well grassed, some shade from exotics. Laundry, shower, WC. Limited powered sites $8 per person/night; unpowered (camp where you like) $7 per person/night. (Children half price) Situated opposite the hotel, above the Barwon River West Branch

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Boundary Specific sites Fees $7 ($8 power) per person/night Bookings Possible Contact (03) 5236 6275 CFA District S. West Visit 25/03/03 Ref 565

10. Otway Ranges State Forest - Lake Elizabeth Reserve Type State Forest, Camp Ground

Situated in the inland foothills of the Otways, south east of Colac. Access from Colac [A1]: East then south 32k on the Colac-Forest Rd [C154] to Forest, left (east) one block to Station Street, east 0.8k on Henningan Crescent (gravel) continuing east across Barwon River West Branch, right (south) at T junction 3.8k up Kaanglang Rd, left 2k down to the Barwon River (well signed) (narrow, twisting, steep sections). Privacy Good, off road and separated from day trippers

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck Warnings Can be very damp and dank if raining Contact DSE Colac (03) 5233 5533 CFA District S. West Visit 25/03/03 Ref 553

Activities Level nature trail track 1.2k (1hr return) upstream to picturesque Lake Elizabeth, formed by a landslip in 1952. Walk an extra 1k to "the beach" to view massed tree ferns across the water. Site description Located in the narrow, forested valley of the Barwon River East Branch. Most of the camp area is a cleared, grassed hillside with a few small flat benches cut into the hill - best for tent camping. Well shaded by tall

Mountain Ash, separated from day area. Camp access road and turning circle very wet, pot holed and rough (March 2003). Day car park is gravelled, level, small Plentiful birdlife, including waterbirds. Platypus

11.Otway Ranges State Forest :– Mount Sabine Type State Forest, Picnic Ground

Situated on the second highest point on the Otway Ranges, south-west of Lorne, north-east of Apollo Bay Access from Colac [A1]: East then south 48k on the Colac-Forest Rd [C154] through Forest and continue south on the Forest-Apollo Bay Rd [C119], left (east) 1.6k on the Mount Sabine (Sunnyside) Rd, sharp right (sou-west) 700m up the Mt Sabine Track (gravel).

Privacy Reasonable: open to very low use track VicRoads 101 D3 Hema 39 J10 Other Vicmap The Otways & Shipwreck Coast 1:50,000 Access Gravel Size 3+ Height 583

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Site description A rather open ridge top with excellent views. Rough grassed (occasionally slashed) generally level areas, some shaded by large blackwood and wattles and Mountain Ash, surrounded by lush, wet sclerophyll forest. A little difficult to get from the road across the drain to the level picnic area (1 bench and waste pit). Mt Sabine Falls picnic area has more facilities - north 1.4k, right south-east 1.5k down the Sunnyside Rd but is more public. The falls are the highest in the Otways

12. Kennett River Foreshore

Type Reserve, Caravan Park

Situated on the beach between Lorne and Apollo Bay, south-west of Geelong. Access from Lorne (67k south of Geelong [M1] via B100): South-west 22k on the Great Ocean Rd [B100] to Kennett River (23k north of Apollo Bay). Privacy Good: vegetation between park and highway gives privacy, constant surf hides any vehicle noise Site description A pleasant, quiet foreshore caravan park located between dry sclerophyll forested hills and the Great Ocean Road, across from a small surf beach. Backed by State Park. Level, well grassed and well shaded by Manna Gums with shrubs between most sites. Rosellas and kookaburras are common and friendly. Firewood and mobile BBQs available. Contact Colac-Otway Shire (03) 5289 0272 CFA District Central Visit 24/03/03 Ref 545

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Estuarine boardwalk

Boundary Specific sites Firewood NO-BYO Fees $20 powered Bookings Advised

13. Angahook-Lorne State Park - Wye River Rd Type State Park, Bush camp Situated south-west of Geelong, south-west of Lorne, north of Wye River Access from Lorne (67k south of Geelong [M1] via B100): South-west 13k on the Great Ocean Rd [B100] (2.5k north of Wye River village), right (west) 1.7k up Wye River Rd. (gravel, steep), signed on the right. Site description Four small, rough sites situated on a narrow ridge. Well shaded by Messmate and Manna Gums. Not maintained, check access track for pot holes. Surrounded by dense forest with the ocean through the tree trunks. Bush camping without fires or water.

Privacy Reasonable: just off a low use tourist road VicRoads 101 G3 Hema 39 J11 Access Gravel Size 4 Height 160

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood NO FIRES Bookings No Contact Parks Vic CFA District S. West Visit 4/12/03 Ref 542

14. Angahook-Lorne State Park - Jamieson Track Type State Park, Bush camp Situated south-west of Geelong, south-west of Lorne, north of Wye River Access from Lorne (67k south of Geelong [M1] via B100): South-west 9k on the Great Ocean Rd [B100], right (west) ?k up the Jamieson Track. VicRoads 101 G3 Hema 39 J11 Access Dry weather only Height 100

Facilities: Site description "Ridge top. Bush camping without fires" Contact Parks Vic CFA District Central Visit not yet Ref 537

15. Angahook-Lorne State Park - Allenvale Mill Type State Park, Camp Ground

Situated south-west of Geelong, west of Lorne. Access from Lorne (67k south of Geelong [M1] via B100): 1.5k via suburban streets then south-west up Allenvale Rd to car park just before bridge at Allenvale. 400m level walk to camp area

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Privacy Good: well off roads Contact ParksVic CFA District Central Visit 25/03/03 Ref 539

16. Angahook-Lorne State Park - Sharps Track

Type State Park, Bush camp

Situated south-west of Geelong, west of Lorne Access from Lorne (67k south of Geelong [M1] via B100): 3k via suburban streets then south-west up Allenvale Rd, right west up Sharp Rd (4 wheel drive recommended) VicRoads 101 G2 Hema 39 J11 Access Dry weather only Height 250

Facilities: Site description "Ridge top, above Henderson & Won Wondah Falls. Bush camping without fires" Warnings Road may be closed if wet, seasonally Contact Parks Vic CFA District Central Visit not yet Ref 541

17. Angahook-Lorne State Park - Blanket Leaf

Type State Park, Bush camp Situated south-west of Geelong, west of Lorne

Access from Lorne (67k south of Geelong [M1] via B100): 5k west up the Erskin Falls Rd, on the left just past the Blanket Leaf Picnic Area

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Boundary Not controlled Firewood NO FIRES Bookings No CFA District S. West Visit 4/12/03 Ref 910

Site description A very small ridge-top tent camp clearing in wet sclerophyll forest to the west of the picnic ground toilets, 30 m from car park. The small grassed clearing slopes. Good shade from Messmate and surrounded by wet sclerophyll forest with dense undergrowth. Picnic ground facilities nearby. No camping or sleeping in the small roadside car park or the picnic ground.

18. Angahook-Lorne State Park - Big Hill Type State Park, Bush camp Situated south-west of Geelong, north-west of Lorne. Access from Lorne: North-west 8k up the Deans Marsh-Lorne Rd [C151] to Benwerrin (just past the Mt Sabine Rd junction), right 200m on the Big Hill Track (sign), short, steep track on right. Privacy Quite good: visually secluded, distant traffic noise

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Activities Boundary Not controlled Bookings No: pot luck Contact Parks Vic CFA District S. West Visit 31/03/03 Ref 543

Site description Pleasant, green, ridge top bush camping high in the Otway Range, without views. A sloping grassed (short) clearing, shaded by surrounding Mountain Ash and Manna Gum forest with a dense understory of scrub with some tree ferns. Features a small dam and a couple of level spots. Warnings Access track and grass can be very greasy when wet (quite often) - check before entering site

19. Angahook-Lorne State Park - Hammonds Rd

Type State Park, Bush camp

Situated south-west of Geelong, north-west of Aireys Inlet, towards the northern end of the Park. Access from Aireys Inlet (46k south of Geelong [M1] via B100): North-west 11k up the Bambra Rd (mainly gravel) right 200m on Hammonds Rd, on the right Alternatively, accessible from Winchelsea [A1], south 15k to Bambra, east 9k

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Site description A ridge top fenced paddock, very open, mostly without shade, gently sloping with bumpy tussock grass and some holes. A poor, scruffy camp. Potentially hot and dusty in summer. WC has been removed. Situated in the dryer northern end of the Otways, vegetation tends towards heathland with Brown Stringybark, Messmate and Shining Peppermint with some wattle understory.

20. Otway State Forest - Peters Hill Type State Forest, Informal/unofficial Situated south-west of Geelong, north-west of Aireys Inlet, on the northern end of the Otway Ranges. Access from Aireys Inlet (46k south of Geelong [M1] via B100): North-west 12k up Bambra Rd (mainly gravel) on the right Alternatively, accessible from Winchelsea [A1], south 15k to Bambra, east 8k Privacy Poor: observable from low use country road Site description A ridge top grassed clearing around a fire tower, gently sloping with short grass. Situated in the dryer northern end of the Otways, surrounding vegetation consists of Brown Stringybark, Messmate and Shining Peppermint some with wattle understory. A former picnic ground, the WC and table have been removed and the BBQ is broken. Although generally open to the Bramba Rd, this site is greener and has more ambience than the nearby Hammonds Rd camp.

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Activities Boundary Not controlled Firewood Available Bookings No: pot luck CFA District Central Visit 31/03/03 Ref 538

21. Otway National Park - Johanna Beach Type National Park, Camp Ground

Situated nor-west of Cape Otway, south-west of Apollo Bay and Geelong. Access from Apollo Bay (113k south-west of Geelong via [B100]): South then west 40k on the Great Ocean Rd [B100], left south 5k down the Red Johanna Rd, across Johanna Rv to National Park and dunes. Track extends about 500m past semi-dispersed camp sites Alternatively, from Lavers Hill: South 3k on the Great Ocean Rd [B100], right south 8k down Blue Johanna Rd (4k gravel), cross Johanna Rv to National Park and sand dunes. Privacy Reasonable: off main roads but very open. Expect day trippers

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Johanna Beach Walk; 8k, 3hr, easy. Boundary Not controlled Fees $9.10 night/site Bookings Advised Contact Parks Vic. CFA District S. West Visit 22/03/03 Ref 551

Site description A grassy, open undulating area below sand dunes facing farmland. Near a popular, remote surfing beach, backed by steep hills. One small site near the Park entrance has some shade from old cypress trees and a flush WC. Other sites about 300m down the gravel road are open, although casuarina plantings may eventually provide some protection to the well grassed paddocks. Pit WC. A couple of taps. Ranger may visit to collect fees. Warnings Bookings required for peak periods. All beaches signed 'dangerous'.

22. Otway National Park - Aire River, West bank Type National Park, Camp Ground Situated north-west of Cape Otway, south-west of Apollo Bay and Geelong. Access from Apollo Bay (113k south-west of Geelong via [B100]): South then west 25k up the Great Ocean Rd [B100], left south-west 5.7k on the Horden Vale Rd (2.6k sealed) (keep right at junction at 4.5k, signed Aire Rv), cross bridge [burnt Dec 2003 = closed] Access from Glenaire on Great Ocean Rd [B100]: 5k south-east on the Sand Road (gravel) is generally closed. Privacy Poor: road end but very open

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Escarpment Lookout and surf beach 3k, 2 hr (return) Boundary Not controlled Fees $9.10 p night/site Bookings Advised

Site description A large, open, grassy flat by the broad Aire River in a flat, open valley, backed by scrub covered sand hills. No shade. Recent casuarina plantings may improve privacy and shade, eventually. Well grassed. Excellent outlook over the river. Park Ranger may visit to collect fees. Excellent flat water canoeing. Contact Parks Vic CFA District S. West Visit 23/03/03 Ref 550

23. Otway National Park - Aire River, East bank

Type National Park, Camp Ground Situated north-west of Cape Otway, south-west of Apollo Bay and Geelong. Access from Apollo Bay (113k south-west of Geelong via [B100]): South then west 25k up the Great Ocean Rd [B100], left south-west 5.4k on the Horden Vale Rd (2.6k sealed) (keep right at junction at 4.5k, signed Aire Rv) Privacy Good, partially secluded from tourist road by trees Site description A pleasant, small sheltered area shaded by Swamp Gum and Blackwoods, backed by stunted Manna Gum forest over sand hills. Some shrubs between some sites. Most sites level. Rosellas and water birds are plentiful. Park Ranger may visit to collect fees. Excellent flat water canoeing in the nearby Aire River. Contact Parks Vic CFA District S. West Visit 23/03/03 Ref 549

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Walk to Escarpment Lookout and surf beach 3k, 2 hr (return) Boundary Specific sites Firewood Limited Fees $9.10 p night/site Bookings Advised

24. Otway National Park - Point Franklin Type National Park, Bush camp Situated just west of Cape Otway, south-west of Apollo Bay and Geelong. Access from Apollo Bay (113k south-west of Geelong via [B100]): South then west 20k up the Great Ocean Rd [B100], left south 12k down Lighthouse Tourist [C157] Rd left (east) 0.8k on Blanket Bay Rd (gravel), right (south) 1.4k. 4 wheel drive recommended. VicRoads 101 A7 Hema 39 K10 Other Vicmap The Otways & Shipwreck Coast 1:50,000 Access Dry weather only Size 5 Height 20

Suit: Facilities: Fees $4 Bookings Advised Site description "Small bush camp (no facilities) by Park edge, above the cliffs to Bass Straight" Nearby Parker Hill camp site is walk-in only.

Activities Beach and forest track walks, including Parker River falls. (Parker Hill camp site is walk-in) Contact Parks Vic CFA District S. West Visit not yet Ref 548

25. Otway National Park - Blanket Bay Type National Park, Camp Ground Situated on the coast north-west of Cape Otway, south-west of Apollo Bay and Geelong. Access from Apollo Bay (113k south-west of Geelong via [B100]): South then west 20k up the Great Ocean Rd [B100], left south 12k down Lighthouse Tourist Rd [C157], left east 6.2k down Blanket Bay Rd (gravel & formed sand, signed 4 wheel advised) through gate at bridge to road end at the bay. Privacy Good: road end, dispersed sites generally secluded by scrub Site description A very pleasant sheltered camp ground by a small secluded bay surrounded by forest. A circuit road with dispersed, designated, fenced sites. Most sites are secluded by scrub, about half are shaded by Messmate, most sites are short and narrow, often sloping (designed for tents). Sites 9 & 10 are the largest and level, near the beach but distant from facilities. All sites surrounded by dense coastal vegetation - Messmate, tea-tree, wattles with an understory of sedge, backed by steep forested hills. Parrots, wrens, koala may be seen. 5 communal BBQs in 3 locations. Beach, creek (intermittent) and rocky headland (Point Lewis). Only small boat launching (4 wheel drive). Safe swimming, no surfing. Ruins, walking trails

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Firewood NO-BYO (preferred) Fees $10.20 Bookings Advised Contact Parks Vic CFA District S. West

Visit 5/12/2003 Ref 547