Roadtrip itinerary for Great Ocean Road, Australia

Great Ocean Road is a classic roadtrip famous for beaches and rainforests, and the plannning is half the fun. The best time of year to do it is usually December–April. Copy this map to plan your own roadtrip along the Great Ocean Road. Make your own custom map at PamPam.

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Loch Ard Gorge

Dramatic coastal gorge named after a shipwreck; part of the Shipwreck Coast.

Port Campbell National Park (Parks Victoria)

Extensive national park with diverse coastal activities such as fishing, diving and canoeing.

Gibson Steps

Steps leading down to the beach for a close-up view of sea stacks.

Cape Otway Lightstation

Australia's oldest mainland lighthouse in a remote, windswept location.

Apollo Bay

Coastal town known for seafood, beaches, and access to rainforest walks.

Kennett River Koala Walk

Great place to spot wild koalas in trees along a quiet roadside.

Teddy’s Lookout

A scenic viewpoint overlooking the winding Great Ocean Road and St George River.

Erskine Falls

A picturesque 30-meter waterfall located in lush forest near the town of Lorne.

Split Point Lighthouse

Historic lighthouse with panoramic ocean views, featured in Australian TV shows.

Bells Beach

World-famous surf beach and scenic cliffs at the start of the Great Ocean Road.