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Lorne Activities & Attractions
There is much to see and do around Lorne. Visit stunning lookouts and waterfalls, explore one of Victoria's natural treasures The Great Otway National Park which covers 103,000 hectares and combines what was the Otway National Park, Angahook-Lorne State Park, Carlisle State Park, Melba Gully State Park and State Forest areas. Marvel at magnificent fern gullies which surround huge trees, some many hundreds of years old including the prehistoric Giant Southern Beech tree (Nothofagus). The park outside Lorne has 50 kilometres of sign posted walking tracks.
General Information
No Sleeping In Vehicles
Local laws prohibit sleeping in vehicles in a public place. Please ensure you arrange suitable accommodation proir to your tripNIB Lorne Mountain to Surf Run
Mountjoy Parade Lorne VICEvery January
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Lorne Surf Life Saving Club
Lorne Foodworks
1 Ocean Road Lorne VIC(Melb side bridge).
Full range of Groceries, Meats, Deli Foods, Fresh Produce, Liquor
Getting to Lorne By Car:
Follow the Princes Highway (M1) from Melbourne to Geelong Ring Road distance 65km (1 hour) then take the C134 through Bellbrae to the Great Ocean Road (B100) to Lorne approximately 40km. During peak periods travelling times will increase on the Great Ocean Road so you may wish to travel the (A1) to Waurn Ponds turn left to Moriac follow the Cape Otway Road turning left onto (C151) to Deans Marsh then onto Lorne. Generally a lot quicker and the roads are good. Or you can follow the (A1) to Winchelsea turn left onto (C151) to Deans Marsh then onto Lorne.Beware of Wildlife
Wildlife encounters are common along the Great Ocean Road so be very aware, especially at dusk when activity is more prolific.Also be aware of vehicles following make sure you stop or divert safely.
Lorne Visitor Information
15 Mountjoy Parade Lorne VIC 3232General Information on Lorne and Surrounds.
Accommodation Information.
Free Maps & Visitor Guides.
Souvenirs etc
Erskine River Trading Company
4b Mountjoy Parade Lorne VIC 3232From Melbourne over the bridge on your right.
A unique, small shop full of surprises check out the range of furniture, homewares, special gifts, body and skin care.
Call in and have a chat with Cam
Getting to Lorne by Public Transport
V-Line train/coach services depart Melbourne daily to Geelong, and along The Great Ocean Road to Lorne and Apollo Bay. Return coach services connect from Apollo Bay to Port Campbell and Warrnambool on Fridays all year round (extra services main holiday period). V-line enquiries 136 196Find accommodation on the Victorian Coast www.coastalstays.com:
