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C13 Belton St. B15 Betleigh St. E11 Bingley Pde. D12 Birdie Ave. A14 Birkdale Cl. B14 Butterworth Cr. C13 Cameron Rd. E13 Camp Rd. D12 Charles St. C14 Chatswood Dr. C13 Clairville St. C14 Coalmine Rd. B12 Eagle Ave. B14 Eighth Ave. C17 Eleventh Ave. C17 Elizabeth St. E12 Ellimatta Rd. F11 Evans St. F13 Fairway Dve. B14 Fernald Ave. D13 Fifth Ave. B16 First Ave. D15 Fourth Ave. B16 Fraser Ave. C12 Frederick St. C15 George St. C14 Golf Links Rd. C13 Great Ocean B18,F12 Harvey St. B15 Hedley St. F13 Hillcrest Rd. C13 Inverlochy St. F12 Jackson St. C14 Lubel St. E12 McConnell Cl. C12 McDougall Rd. E12 McMahon St. B15 McMillan St. C14 McRorie St. E12 Melba Pde. Minifie Ave. D14 Murray St. C13 Niblick St. A14 Ninth Ave. C17 Noble St. B15,C14 O’Donohue Rd. B17 Parker St. C15 Peter Ave. D14 Pickworth Dr. B15 Purnell St. E13 Ramsay St. F13 River Reserve D13 Russell Ave. B13 Second Ave. B15 Seventh Ave. C17 Sixth Ave. C16 Sparrow St. C15 Tenth Ave. C17 Third Ave. B16 Twelfth Ave. C18 Wilkins St. D11 Wray St. E12 Distance and travel times from Anglesea Town Km Time Deans Marsh 49 52mins Avalon Airport 60 59mins Warrnambool 238* 3hrs 55mins Torquay 20 20mins Geelong 36 41mins Queenscliff 61 1hr 14mins Aireys Inlet 11 13mins Kennett River 51 55mins Twelve Apostles 154 3hrs 20mins Apollo Bay 73 1hr 25mins Lorne 30 36mins Winchelsea 51 46mins Colac 86 1hr 30mins Melbourne 111 1hr 35mins Wye River 46 51mins Travel times are a guide only and may vary due to the scenic and winding nature of roads and different weather conditions. Expect travel times to be longer during peak season. *Via Coast ANGLESEA, NATURAL ADVENTURE Anglesea is a recognised haven for native animals and plantlife, particularly rare orchids and native flowers during spring. Surf beaches and sheltered waters cater for all types of activities including learn to surf, kayaking, swimming and fishing. As the first town where the Great Ocean Road, Great Otway National Park and the Southern Ocean all meet, Anglesea provides a varied range of outdoor activities including mountain biking, bushwalking and 4WD. www.visitanglesea.org THINGS TO SEE & DO > Anglesea Golf Course This Golf Club is famous for the hundreds of kangaroos that happily graze the undulating fairways and beside its greens. The 18-hole, par 73 layout is in a wonderful bush setting just a short drive up Noble Street from the Great Ocean Road. > Learn To Surf Try a surfing lesson with one of the local surf schools. > Enjoy a BBQ There are BBQs, picnic facilities and toilets in a bush, beach or river setting, clearly marked on the map. > Anglesea Art Walk Experience the joy of discovering a series of 6 unique mosaic art works constructed by the local community. The mosaic art pieces capture the history, flora and fauna of our unique environment. > Anglesea Perimeter Walk The Anglesea Perimeter walk (APW) showcases a range of landscapes around Anglesea. It winds through windswept heathlands and woodlands surprisingly close to the village of Anglesea, on the Great Ocean Road. Starting point: Anglesea Information Centre Distance 22km (or 2 x 11km loops) Time: allow approx. 7 hours for the whole walk > Anglesea River The wide river is ideal for numerous activities to suit all ages, including canoeing, windsurfing, sailing, stand- up paddleboards and paddleboat hire. > Relax on the sandy beaches in Anglesea. The Main Beach is suitable for swimmers while Point Roadknight is popular with families. Both beaches are patrolled during summer. > Alcoa Anglesea (Power Station) Alcoa’s open cut coal mine, nestled in the valley behind Anglesea, has been operating a power station for 35 years. For an overview of the mine, there are several lookouts surrounding the site. > Pamper Yourself Luxury body treatments are available at the local day spa. > Surf Coast Wine Region The limestone bedrock of the Surf Coast stretches from Waurn Ponds near Geelong to the coast around Torquay and inland to Moriac and Winchelsea. There are over 20 vineyards and eight wineries producing award winning maritime influenced cool climate wines. > Fishing Popular spots around Anglesea include the Anglesea River Mouth, Coogarah Park, Point Roadknight, Hutt Gully and Urquhart Bluff. Common catches include snapper, bream and salmon. Refer Surf Coast Fishing Guide. > Shopping & Dining You’ll find a variety of fantastic cafés, restaurants and eateries to choose from in the shopping precinct, the main hotel or along the riverbank. Main shopping centre also has all the necessities such as a supermarket, bank and newsagency. The Riverbank provides eateries and galleries with a river view. Near the main beach are the surf schools and hire shops. > Great Ocean Road Take your time to travel the Great Ocean Road and discover some of the most spectacular scenery, waterfall walks and resort towns in Australia. > Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch at Eastern View See the famous memorial which was erected to commemorate the returned servicemen from World War I who built the Great Ocean Road between 1918 and 1932. A series of bronze plaques between Anglesea and Warrnambool highlight the story of the Road. OTHER TRACKS & TRAILS > Anglesea Heath View the superb native flowers and rare orchids that bloom in the coastal heathlands during spring. Amazingly, over a quarter of Victoria’s plant species grow here including more than 100 varieties of orchids. Many vehicle tracks offer photographers, walkers, artists and bird watchers great viewing opportunities. Dusty Miller, Honeypots and Harrisons South tracks are great places to explore the heath in Spring. Contact Parks Victoria. Ph: 13 1963 www.parkweb.vic.gov.au > Anglesea Mountain Bike Park The Anglesea Bike Park has 500m of mountain cross and jump tracks and is located on Camp Road opposite the primary school. Mountain bike riding is permitted on open named vehicle roads and single tracks which start from the car park. > Coogoorah Park Start at the Visitor Centre on the river and follow the river upstream, across the bridge to Coogoorah Park. Once you cross the Great Ocean Road, walk along the eastern side of the river. Take the bridges to the Pirate Ship Playground and check out the boardwalk through the reeds. There are numerous BBQ facilities and toilets. > For more information about where you can ride your bike around Anglesea, please call Parks Victoria Information Line 13 1963 or visit parkweb.vic.gov.au RD OCEAN GREAT MINE COALMINE RD COAL RD ADDIS HURST RD POINT ELKINGTON GUNDRYS GUNDRYS MINTER JAROSITE PORTREATH DR RD RD RD RD RD RD HILLS BALD RD No 2 RD FLAT GUM RD TANNERS RD FOREST CAMP RD Surf Coast Walk hicle sting ound Open cut mine Power station Anglesea Landfill Anglesea TK WHITES TK BATSON TK CK LINK SALT TK DENHAM TK CREEK TK ALCOA PEREGRINE BOUNDARY TK ALLARDYCE TK TK PIPELINE HONEY POWERLINE POWERLINE TK ALCOA TK DUSTY POTS MILLER VIEW RIDGE RAVEN TK TK STH TK TK NTH TK TK TK TK HARRISON FIRETAIL HARRISON SHINEY EYE TK EDWARDS CREEK TK HAGGARTS TK TK CECIL WOODLAND RD MOUNT INGOLDSBY RD RD CREEK DISTILLERY TREE CREEPER TK IXODIA TK FIREBREAK TK Anglesea Heath Ironbark Basin Great Otway National Park Great Otway National Park Great Otway National Park Mountain Bike Park Point Addis Marine National Park Marshy Creek Salt Creek Point Roadknight Point Addis Scale 2 km 0 N B100 Minor road TRACKS WITHIN ANGLESEA HEATH (Dry Weather Only) 4WD unsurfaced 4WD track (seasonal) Walking track Seasonal road closure Alcoa Lease Boundary EMERGENCY NUMBERS > 000: Police, fire, ambulance > Bushfire Information Line & Total Fire Ban Ph: 1800 240 667 > Anglesea Police Ph: 03 5263 3468 NEIGHBOURHOOD SAFER PLACE OF LAST RESORT > Anglesea Riverbank > Anglesea Main shops PUBLIC TRANSPORT > Rail & Bus Rail service daily from Geelong to Melbourne and coach service daily through Surf Coast towns to Apollo Bay. Ph V/Line: 1800 800 007 www.vline.com.au > Avalon Airport Transfer Ph: 03 5278 8788 > Melbourne Airport Transfer (Gull) Ph: 03 5222 4966 For all Anglesea Events visit anglesea.org.au
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Arinya Cr. C13Belton St. B15Betleigh St. E11Bingley Pde. D12Birdie Ave. A14Birkdale Cl. B14Butterworth Cr. C13Cameron Rd. E13Camp Rd. D12Charles St. C14Chatswood Dr. C13Clairville St. C14Coalmine Rd. B12Eagle Ave. B14Eighth Ave. C17Eleventh Ave. C17Elizabeth St. E12Ellimatta Rd. F11Evans St. F13Fairway Dve. B14Fernald Ave. D13Fifth Ave. B16First Ave. D15Fourth Ave. B16Fraser Ave. C12Frederick St. C15George St. C14Golf Links Rd. C13Great Ocean B18,F12Harvey St. B15Hedley St. F13Hillcrest Rd. C13Inverlochy St. F12Jackson St. C14Lubel St. E12McConnell Cl. C12McDougall Rd. E12McMahon St. B15McMillan St. C14McRorie St. E12Melba Pde.Minifie Ave. D14Murray St. C13Niblick St. A14Ninth Ave. C17Noble St. B15,C14O’Donohue Rd. B17Parker St. C15Peter Ave. D14Pickworth Dr. B15Purnell St. E13Ramsay St. F13River Reserve D13Russell Ave. B13Second Ave. B15Seventh Ave. C17Sixth Ave. C16Sparrow St. C15Tenth Ave. C17Third Ave. B16Twelfth Ave. C18Wilkins St. D11Wray St. E12
Distance and travel times from Anglesea Town Km Time
Deans Marsh 49 52mins
Avalon Airport 60 59mins
Warrnambool 238* 3hrs 55mins
Torquay 20 20mins
Geelong 36 41mins
Queenscliff 61 1hr 14mins
Aireys Inlet 11 13mins
Kennett River 51 55mins
Twelve Apostles 154 3hrs 20mins
Apollo Bay 73 1hr 25mins
Lorne 30 36mins
Winchelsea 51 46mins
Colac 86 1hr 30mins
Melbourne 111 1hr 35mins
Wye River 46 51mins
Travel times are a guide only and may vary due to the scenic
and winding nature of roads and different weather conditions.
Expect travel times to be longer during peak season.
*Via Coast
ANGLESEA, NATURAL ADVENTURE
Anglesea is a recognised haven for native animals and plantlife, particularly rare orchids and native flowers during spring.
Surf beaches and sheltered waters cater for all types of activities including learn to surf, kayaking, swimming and fishing. As the first town where the Great Ocean Road, Great Otway National Park and the Southern Ocean all meet, Anglesea provides a varied range of outdoor activities including mountain biking, bushwalking and 4WD.
www.visitanglesea.org
THINGS TO SEE & DO> Anglesea Golf Course
This Golf Club is famous for the hundreds of kangaroos that happily graze the undulating fairways and beside its greens. The 18-hole, par 73 layout is in a wonderful bush setting just a short drive up Noble Street from the Great Ocean Road.
> Learn To Surf Try a surfing lesson with one of the local surf schools.
> Enjoy a BBQ There are BBQs, picnic facilities and toilets in a bush, beach or river setting, clearly marked on the map.
> Anglesea Art Walk Experience the joy of discovering a
series of 6 unique mosaic art works constructed by the local community. The mosaic art pieces capture the history, flora and fauna of our unique environment.
> Anglesea Perimeter Walk The Anglesea Perimeter walk (APW)
showcases a range of landscapes around Anglesea. It winds through windswept heathlands and woodlands surprisingly close to the village of Anglesea, on the Great Ocean Road.
Starting point: Anglesea Information Centre
Distance 22km (or 2 x 11km loops) Time: allow approx. 7 hours for the
whole walk
> Anglesea River The wide river is ideal for numerous activities to suit all ages, including canoeing, windsurfing, sailing, stand-up paddleboards and paddleboat hire.
> Relax on the sandy beaches in Anglesea. The Main Beach is suitable for swimmers while Point Roadknight is popular with families. Both beaches are patrolled during summer.
> Alcoa Anglesea (Power Station) Alcoa’s open cut coal mine, nestled in
the valley behind Anglesea, has been operating a power station for 35 years. For an overview of the mine, there are several lookouts surrounding the site.
> Pamper Yourself Luxury body treatments are available at the local day spa.
> Surf Coast Wine Region
The limestone bedrock of the Surf Coast stretches from Waurn Ponds near Geelong to the coast around Torquay and inland to Moriac and Winchelsea. There are over 20 vineyards and eight wineries producing award winning maritime influenced cool climate wines.
> Fishing Popular spots around Anglesea include the Anglesea River Mouth, Coogarah Park, Point Roadknight, Hutt Gully and Urquhart Bluff. Common catches include snapper, bream and salmon. Refer Surf Coast Fishing Guide.
> Shopping & Dining You’ll find a variety of fantastic cafés, restaurants and eateries to choose from in the shopping precinct, the main hotel or along the riverbank. Main shopping centre also has all the necessities such as a supermarket, bank and newsagency. The Riverbank provides eateries and galleries with a river view. Near the main beach are the surf schools and hire shops.
> Great Ocean Road Take your time to travel the Great Ocean Road and discover some of the most spectacular scenery, waterfall walks and resort towns in Australia.
> Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch at Eastern View See the famous memorial which was erected to commemorate the returned servicemen from World War I who built the Great Ocean Road between 1918 and 1932.
A series of bronze plaques between Anglesea and Warrnambool highlight the story of the Road.
OTHER TRACKS & TRAILS> Anglesea Heath
View the superb native flowers and rare orchids that bloom in the coastal heathlands during spring. Amazingly, over a quarter of Victoria’s plant species grow here including more than 100 varieties of orchids. Many vehicle tracks offer photographers, walkers, artists and bird watchers great viewing opportunities. Dusty Miller, Honeypots and Harrisons South tracks are great places to explore the heath in Spring.
Contact Parks Victoria. Ph: 13 1963 www.parkweb.vic.gov.au
> Anglesea Mountain Bike Park The Anglesea Bike Park has 500m of
mountain cross and jump tracks and is located on Camp Road opposite the primary school. Mountain bike riding is permitted on open named vehicle roads and single tracks which start from the car park.
> Coogoorah Park Start at the Visitor Centre on the river and follow the river upstream, across the bridge to Coogoorah Park. Once you cross the Great Ocean Road, walk along the eastern side of the river. Take the bridges to the Pirate Ship Playground and check out the boardwalk through the reeds. There are numerous BBQ facilities and toilets.
> For more information about where you can ride your bike around Anglesea, please call Parks Victoria Information Line 13 1963 or visit parkweb.vic.gov.au
> Bushfire Information Line & Total Fire Ban Ph: 1800 240 667
> Anglesea Police Ph: 03 5263 3468
NEIGHBOURHOOD SAFER PLACE OF LAST RESORT> Anglesea Riverbank
> Anglesea Main shops
PUBLIC TRANSPORT> Rail & Bus
Rail service daily from Geelong to Melbourne and coach service daily through Surf Coast towns to Apollo Bay.
Ph V/Line: 1800 800 007 www.vline.com.au
> Avalon Airport Transfer Ph: 03 5278 8788
> Melbourne Airport Transfer (Gull) Ph: 03 5222 4966
For all Anglesea Events visit anglesea.org.au
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Wathaurung Country Point Impossible – Yellow Bluff
Explore traditional Wathaurung Aboriginal country, windswept sand dunes, and coastal vegetation on this easy walk near Torquay. Tread where the Wathaurung people camped each season for thousands of years, leaving behind clues to their culture and lifestyle.
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Anglesea Riverbanks Anglesea Visitor Centre
This easy and accessible riverside stroll keeps you handy to the Anglesea Visitor Centre, BBQs and café/dining options. It’s a great way to access Anglesea’s paddleboats, canoes and public art.
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Torquay Promenade Yellow Bluff – Point Danger
Enjoy the perfect Torquay promenade on this flat, kid-friendly, easy shared path. Contrast the creature comforts of Torquay with the wildness of treacherous offshore reefs and the ships’ graveyard off Point Danger. Connect to the history of this vibrant holiday town via the Torquay Historical Walk.
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Beach Combing Point Roadknight – Urquhart Bluff
Relax, slip off your shoes and get some sand between your toes on this long, uncrowded beach walk. Keep an eye out for beach-nesting birds and curiosities washed up on the sand by relentless waves.
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Surf Coasting Point Danger – Bird Rock
Explore surfing evolution and surf culture origins on this walk or cycle past Torquay and Jan Juc surf beaches; the “classroom” for the next generation of surfers. Peer out from Rocky Point over the many surf breaks, sheltered bays and wild headlands that gave the Surf Coast its name.
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Point Roadknight Anglesea – Point Roadknight
From the convenience of the Anglesea township, rise up to the bluff and back down to idyllic Point Roadknight Beach. Panoramic views back across the township, river and ocean make the climb worth your effort. Anglesea, at the mid-point of the Surf Coast Walk, is an ideal overnight stay.
Discovery stroll from the Split Point Lighthouse and lookouts, past whale sighting spots, through traditional Wathaurung country. Cross an ancient tribal boundary to the western reach of the Surf Coast Walk. Learn as you go with the insights of the Lighthouse Discovery Trail and several well-signed viewing platforms.
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Ironbark Basin Bells Beach – Point Addis
Venture to the inland sheltered forest of the Ironbark Basin in the Great Otway National Park. Tramp past grasstrees and search for hidden treasures like rare orchids, echidnas and reptiles. Discover more about traditional Aboriginal lifestyle and behold spectacular views from one of three Point Addis lookouts.
8.2KM
GRADE 3
WELL FORMED TRACK / SHORT STEEP HILLS / STEPS / SAND
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Aireys Clifftops Sunnymead – Aireys Lighthouse
This easy walk, on a well-made track, is a favourite of locals. Treat yourself to stunning land’s edge views as you transition between beach, bush and the Aireys Inlet township. Listen for the song of Rufous Bristlebirds and look for tiny marsupials as they scurry in the low coastal scrubland.
2.8KM
GRADE 2
WELL FORMED / NARROW TRACK / GENTLE HILLS / NO STEPS
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Anglesea Heath Point Addis – Anglesea
This rugged trail takes in all the colours of the coast – vivid ochre cliffs, brilliant blue ocean and dappled green heathland. See kangaroos, wallabies and spring wildflowers amongst low, wind-stunted forest.
7.3KM
GRADE 3
BEACH WALKING & FORMED TRACK / SHORT STEEP HILLS / RUGGED STEPS
6Sunnymead Urquhart Bluff – Sunnymead
Take a walk on the wild side through rugged coastal bushland in Great Otway National Park. Rediscover remnants of the original Great Ocean Road and find yourself in a secluded cove at Sunnymead.
3KM
GRADE 4
ROUGH TRACK / RUGGED STEPS / BEACH SAND
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The Bells Track Bird Rock – Bells Beach
Tread the track that daring pioneer surfers carved through coastal scrub to reach the fearsome waves of Bells Beach. Walk or cycle high along clifftops where peregrine falcons glide. At every lookout a stunning panorama: the “golden mile” of surfing with its reef breaks and brilliant surf relentlessly rolling in.
3.2KM
GRADE 2
GENTLE HILLS / NO STEPS / WELL FORMED TRACK
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Caravan Park
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Bus Stop
BBQ Facility
Information Shelter
Scenic Lookout
Shared Track
Walkers only
Explanation of Symbols
Lighthouse
Torquay Visitor Centre
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Australian Skydive 325 Blackgate Road TORQUAY
Peppers The Sands Resort 2 Sands Blvd TORQUAY
Wyndham Torquay 100 The Esplanade TORQUAY
Great Ocean Road Surf Tours106B Surf Coast Hwy TORQUAY
Whytes on The Esplanade40 The Espanade TORQUAY, T 03 5261 5060
Growlers 23 The Esplanade TORQUAY
Front Beach Café 16 The Esplanade TORQUAY
Blackmans Brewery 26 Bell Street TORQUAY
Third Wave Kiosk Voss’ Carpark Surf Beach TORQUAY
Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park 35 Bell Street TORQUAY
Swell Foods use Stuart Ave JAN JUC
The Beach Hotel 3-9 Stuart Ave JAN JUC
The View on Grossmans135 Grossmans Road TORQUAY
Bowside Café 557 Great Ocean Road BELLBRAE
Anglesea Beachfront Family Caravan Park 35 Cameron Road ANGLESEA
Ocean Corner Café143A Great Ocean Road ANGLESEA, T 03 5263 3413
Anglesea Backpackers40 Noble St ANGLESEA, T 03 5263 2664
Aireys Inlet Holiday Park19-25 Great Ocean Road AIREYS INLET, T 03 5289 6230
Eagles Nest Gallery 50 Great Ocean Road AIREYS INLET
Surf Coast Cabins 42 Hopkins Street AIREYS INLET
The Aireys Pub45 Great Ocean Road AIREYS INLET, T 03 5289 6804
Ocean Inlet34 Wybellenna Drive FAIRHAVEN, T 03 5289 7313
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Available from Surf Coast Shire Sport & Recreation Centre77 Beach Road, Torquay Vic 3228
Ph: 03 5261 4606www.surfcoast.vic.gov.au
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Hooded Plover nesting sites
Offering natural beauty and easy access, the 44km Surf Coast Walk lets you relax and enjoy a world-class walking destination at your own pace. Explore inspiring landscapes on foot or bike beyond the edge of Victoria’s beautiful Great Ocean Road.
Relish the rich ochre of the Bells Beach cliffs, the deep blue of Bass Strait and the leafy green of eucalypt forests. Discover traditional Wathaurung country, fascinating surf culture and abundant wildlife as the Walk connects you with the coastal town comforts of Torquay, Anglesea and Aireys Inlet.
Whether you’re a nature lover or a fun lover, whether you take an hour, a day or a week, the Surf Coast Walk puts a stunning and unique coastal environment within easy reach.
Stay safe on the coastDress for variable weather. Consider sun and rain protection. Sturdy closed shoes are recommended.
Tread carefully, watch out for natural hazards and variable track surfaces. Stay well clear of cliffs and check tide times for on-beach sections of the walk.
Fire danger: avoid the Surf Coast Walk on Total Fire Ban and Code Red days. Check www.cfa.vic.gov.au or call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line 1800 240 667.
Emergency: call 000 for emergency assistance. Street names or emergency location markers may assist you to identify your location.
Towns along the way
TorquayThe official start of the Great Ocean Road and Australia’s surfing capital. It is the largest town along the walk with many cafés and restaurants close to the coast providing an ideal meeting point for your Surf Coast Walk adventure. The walk starts at Point Impossible, five kilometres northeast of Torquay and takes you through windswept dunes to the Torquay promenade and its many creature comforts.
AngleseaThis mid point of the Surf Coast Walk has the best of beach and bush. Surrounded by the Great Otway National Park, Anglesea heath and high coastal cliffs with great views. Caravan Parks, B&B’s and cafés line the Anglesea River overlooking many an opportunity for
adventure.
Aireys inletThe Split Point Lighthouse guides visitors to the western end of the Walk past Aireys Inlet, a small coastal village with soul. The pub and local eateries have great views of the local terrain and the western end of the Walk at Fairhaven.
Walking the walk.
Numerous easily accessible walk trailheads can be accessed by car as shown on the map. Sections of the walk can be combined with a low tide shoreline walk to make a loop. For longer self guided walks, consider a pre-arranged car shuttle, Vline coach or taxi. Tour operators can provide a professional, guided walk experience.
Shared Use. Over half the walk is open to cyclists. See map for details. There are several sections suitable for wheelchair access.
What to carry: Always take a mobile phone. Coverage may vary, check with your provider. Carry snacks and drinks.
Dogs are welcome along most sections of the walk, but must be on a leash, check signs for details. Take a bag to pick up after your dog.
Track standards vary. Check maps and signs for details.
Accessibility: Only concrete paths in central Torquay and Anglesea meet wheelchair standards, but most Grade 2 tracks are flat, smooth and step free. See map.
WILDLIFE Discover the array of lovely locals that call the Surf Coast Walk home. Spot the vulnerable Hooded Plover or near threatened Rufous Bristlebird or meet one of our more common natives, including Echidnas and Kangaroos.
Marvel at the marine life nearby on the seashore. From the fascinating Decorator Crab to Victoria’s marine emblem, the Weedy Seadragon, there’s a huge array of wildlife living just off the track.