Great Ocean Road Tourist Information
Great Ocean Road Tourist Information
Anglesea & Aireys Inlet
Anglesea's popularity is growing in leaps and bounds, tanks to the scores of kangaroos and wallabies which graze on the local golf course. The friendly marsupials are a must-see for visitors and you can get a close look. They'll even pose for pictures! Beach and bush experience also abound.
Anglesea beach provides both shallow water for children and good waves for board and body surfing. Sand dunes and surrounding bush have much to offer the naturalist and bush lover. From August to November, the surrounding hills are ablaze with colourful wildflowers.
Nearby Point Roadknight has perfect conditions for boating, bathing and picnicking. For some high-flying action, the sheer cliffs in the area are a favourite with hang-gliders. Anglesea River's well-grassed banks are a popular spot for picnics, barbecues and canoeing. Further upstream, at Coogoorah Nature Park, there's an adventure playground, picnic and barbecue facilities and wetlands complete with boardwalk.
Airey's Inlet, one of the oldest settlements along the coast, is just a short drive down the Great Ocean Road from Anglesea. The towering Split Point Lighthouse built in 1891, dominates the rugged coastline, against the dense bush background of the 21,000 hectare Angahook-Lorne State Park. Heathland around Aireys Inlet is the best place to see wildflowers, especially in winter, spring and early summer. Picnic areas have been established at Distillery Creek, just our of Aireys Inlet, and at nearby Moggs Creek. Swimming, walking, horse riding and fishing are just some of the activities you can enjoy at Airleys Inlet.
