Cape Otway & Otway Rainforest
Great Otway rainforest (Maits Rest), waterfalls, and Cape Otway lighthouse; koalas along the road
The route
The line through Great Otway NP, Victoria, Australia - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.
Season & conditions
Year-round
Cool damp rainforest; coastal wind at the cape
Open year-round; leeches after rain. Confirm.
On the trail
Fern-gully rainforest boardwalks and the lighthouse coast
Non-technical walking/hiking; confirm any exposed or scrambly sections locally
Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally
Accessible to most walkers and families; not fully wheelchair accessible - confirm
Moderate
Maits Rest short loop; Triplet Falls; the lighthouse
Getting there & staying
Great Otway NP (near Apollo Bay)
Out-and-back/loop - no shuttle needed
Day route - none needed
Day-hike kit, water, sun/rain protection, sturdy footwear; coverage varies
Services in Apollo Bay; limited or none on the trail
Not required; self-guided
Permits & safety
Great Otway NP; the lighthouse precinct has an entry fee
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Slippery boardwalks, leeches
Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.