Wye River

Situated between Lorne and Apollo Bay is a most spectacular stretch of the Great Ocean Road where cliffs rise above rocky shores and sandy beaches.

At the heart of this stretch is Kennett River and Wye River often preferred by holiday makers who like to avoid the hustle and bustle of busy Lorne and Apollo Bay.

If  beaches, surf, fishing, forests, rivers and abundant wildlife appeal then check out this section of the world famous Great Ocean Road. Wye River Surf Lifesaving Club patrol during summer on weekends and public holidays. Little Nipper program for children agaed 7 to 13.
More information 03 9741 3422.

The BIG4 Wye River Tourist Park is unique. Set on 25 acres this family park has a great range of cabin accommodation, river camp sites, playground, giant jumping pillow, camp kitchen, games room and abundant resident wildlife. It is in our opinion (coastalstays) one of the best parks anywhere along the Victorian coastline and we highly recommend you get in touch with proprietors Leanne and Matt to discuss your next your next holiday or weekend.
Ph: 03 5289 0241 or www.wyerivervalleypark.com.au

Wye River Beach Hotel opposite has Bistro meals 7 days a week. Dine in or out with spectacular ocean views from the verandah. Extensive wine list.  Accommodation available.
Ph: 03 5289 0240

Wye River General Store also opposite the Tourist Park is open daily. Post Office, unleaded petrol, take-away food, newspapers, groceries, hardware, fishing tackle, video hire. The General Store also operate a fully licensed restaurant which is open 7 days a week for lunch and open for dinner Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings.
Information call Ritchie on 03 5289 0247

See & Do

At very low tide the Godfrey’s (1891)  iron ribs, anchor and capstan’s winch can be seen in the shallows.

Historic Grave Lonely grave in memory of men who died salvaging the WB Godfrey

Kelp forests grow up to 7 metres tall on rock shelves

Kennet River Coast Walk 2 hours along the beach and rocks. Be aware of tide movements.

Free electric barbecues are in the playground next to the General Store and near the public toilets at the south end of the beach.

Brief History

The Gadubanud people lived in the Cape Otway region until the mid 19th century. Middens along the coast reveal the remains of shell fish collected by the women while the men fished.

The first European settlement in Wye River was made by Alexander and Donald McRae who established a fishing camp in the valley in 1882, while their cousin, Alex McLennan, made camp at Kennett River

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Golden Sandy Beach


Birds and Animals Abound


Spectacular Ocean Views


Ocean Fishing


Balmy Summer Sunrise


Wye River Tourist Park on 25 Acres

Wye River Accommodation

	Smyth Real Estate Holiday Rentals
	79 Great Ocean Road Anglesea VIC 3230 Anglesea to Eastern View Holiday Accommodation. Over 100 properties to choose from. Call our Professional Holiday Rental Staff who will be happy to assist with your enquiries.
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	Wye River Foreshore Camping Reserve
	Great Ocean Road Wye River VIC Open 1st December until April 30th Situated on the ocean side of the Great Ocean Road with absolute beach frontage and edged by the Wye River, this reserve is ideal for those wanting to surf, fish or just relax on the beach
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	Big4 Wye River Tourist Park
	25 Great Ocean Road Wye River VIC 20 minutes from Lorne. Set on 25 acres this family park has a great range of cabin accommodation, river camp sites, playground, giant jumping pillow, camp kitchen, games room and abundant resident wildlife.
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	Wye Beach Hotel
	Great Ocean Road Wye River VIC 3221 The Wye Beach Hotel is situated above the Great Ocean Road at Wye River half way between Lorne and Apollo Bay. Great ocean views, good food and accommodation. Stroll across the road to the beach or relax with a drink on the hotel balcony.
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	Motel Accommodation
	Wye River VIC The Wye River Beach Hotel
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	The Deck House
	Wye River via Lorne VIC 3221 15kms from Lorne at Wye River The Deck House is the Ultimate Getaway on the Great Ocean Road. Overlooking the Southern Ocean The Deck House is designed for two people wishing to relax in total privacy. Sorry no pets or smokers
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Wye River Food and Wine

	Wye Beach Hotel
	Great Ocean Road Wye River VIC 3221 The Wye Beach Hotel is situated above the Great Ocean Road at Wye River half way between Lorne and Apollo Bay. Great ocean views, good food and accommodation. Stroll across the road to the beach or relax with a drink on the hotel balcony.
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Wye River Activities

	Historic Grave
	Historic Grave - approximately 5 kilometers east of Wye River, is a memorial to several seamen who drowned trying to salvage the cargo from the ill fated W. B. Godfrey which was wrecked there in 1891. The story of the Godfrey is on the display board in front of the lookout just past the grave.
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