Best camping spots along the Great Ocean Road

LOOKING to take a trip to some of Victoria’s most scenic spots? Here’s our list of the best camping experiences on along the Great Ocean Road.

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LOOKING to take a trip to some of Victoria’s most scenic spots?

We’ve spoken to local experts about where to find the secret spots in their region and what’s so great about them.

Here’s our list of the best camping experiences on along the Great Ocean Road.

Lorne Bush Cottages on Great Ocean Road.

GLAMPING

Lorne bush cottages and eco retreats

Lorne Bush Cottages offer spectacular bush views and are a short distance from trendy cafes and restaurants.

The eco retreats are set on elevated floors with deluxe bed, private ensuite, kitchenette, LCD TV, electric heating, large deck and private barbecue.

lornebushcottages.com.au

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Marengo Holiday Park

MOST SCENIC

Marengo Holiday Park

Marengo is 2.5km outside Apollo Bay and sitting on the point is the holiday park.

The views across Mounts Bay and the Marengo Reef Marine Sanctuary are breathtaking. Accommodation ranges from luxury cabins to non-powered campsites.

It’s a dog-friendly park, and on the Great Ocean Walk.

marengopark.com.au

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HIDDEN GEMS

Nelson River Vu Park

In the small coastal town of Nelson, River Vu Park sits alongside the Glenelg River.

It’s close to the Lower Glenelg National Park, as well as great estuary, river and ocean fishing.

rivervupark.com.au

Pebble Point glamping

MOST SECLUDED

Pebble Point

Pebble Point is a glamping experience in Princetown, only 7km from the 12 Apostles and a short drive from Port Campbell.

The location means the Great Ocean Walk and Port Campbell National Park (12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, The Arch, London Bridge, Bay of Islands) are on your doorstep.

There is also the 12 Apostles Gourmet Trail featuring cheese and wine, ice cream, whisky and berry picking.

pebblepoint.com.au

FAMILY

Otway Tourist Park in Gellibrand

In the Otway Ranges, the park offers nature-based fun for the family.

It provides easy access to the Gellibrand River (the home of blackfish) and the Old Beechy Rail Trail.

Also a short drive to waterfalls, the Redwoods and the Otway Fly Treetop Adventures.

The park has a solar-heated pool and fantastic playground.

otwaystouristpark.com