Loch Ard Gorge

Loch Ard Gorge is possibly the most intriguing location in Port Campbell National Park and possibly the entire Great Ocean Road.

The impressive gorge is surrounded by 20 to 30 meter sandstone cliffs. There are multiple short walks to explore that are flat and easy, although the highlight is heading down the stairs into the gorge where you'll find a stunning golden sand beach. Where you will experience swimming between huge, ancient cliffs.

Aside from the area being great fun to explore on foot and admire the towering stone formations, huge cliffs and the deadly ocean crashing against them, it is also The most infamous shipwreck site of the Shipwreck Coast occurred when the Loch Ard crashed into Lambbird Island, which is just outside the gorge.