The Great Ocean Road Coastal Trail is a new world-class eco-tourism experience allowing visitors to explore from Torquay to Skenes Creek uninterrupted.
The Victorian Government has invested $25.5 million to plan and construct the trail between Fairhaven and Grey River, with the Federal Government contributing $350,000 for planning through the Geelong City Deal.
The 90-kilometre walking trail will traverse Gadubanud Country along the Otway coast, offering new breathtaking views from suspension bridges, some spanning over 160 metres, as well as camp sites, lookouts, boardwalks, river crossings, carparks and day visitor areas.
Once built, the 90km trail will provide options for a full seven-day, six-night hike from Fairhaven to Skenes Creek, day walks, half-day walks and shorter loop trails.
Improving infrastructure along the Great Ocean Road, and its hinterland is a priority under G21’s Visitor Economy project.
The trail will be a drawcard for Victoria. It’s anticipated the trail will attract more than 70,000 visitors a year, extend the length of stay for more than 200,000 people visiting the region in its first five years and delivering an extra $38 million in visitor expenditure.
Construction is expected to begin in 2023.
