Best things to do in Lorne

Lorne Essentials

Lorne marks a key point on the 240-kilometre Great Ocean Road, where the temperate rainforest of the Great Otway National Park meets the Southern Ocean. This coastal town features a mix of natural landmarks, including the 30-metre drop of Erskine Falls and the panoramic coastal views from Teddy’s Lookout. The area’s history is reflected in the Lorne Pier, a hub for local fishing, and the town's central patrolled beach. Cultural sites like Qdos Art Gallery integrate contemporary sculpture with the surrounding bushland, while Sheoak Falls offers a secluded waterfall experience near the coast.

Lorne Essentials — Map

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Great Ocean Road

The Great Ocean Road is an Australian National Heritage listed 240-kilometre stretch of road along the south-eastern coast of Australia…

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Teddy's Lookout

Elevated platform offering views of the Saint George River mouth and the Great Ocean Road as it snakes along the coastline.

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Lorne Pier

A prominent structure for recreational fishing and the finish line for the annual Pier to Pub ocean swim.

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Erskine Falls

A 30-metre waterfall cascading into a fern-filled gully. Two lookout points are accessible, with the lower platform reached via a descent of 230 stone steps.

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Lorne Beach

A 1.5-kilometre sheltered beach patrolled by the Lorne Surf Life Saving Club. The foreshore includes public lawns, picnic facilities, and a skate park.

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Sheoak Falls

A 15-metre waterfall flowing over dark rock into a pool. A connecting trail leads to Swallow Cave, a nesting site for welcome swallows.

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Qdos

A contemporary art gallery and sculpture park set within the Otway bushland, featuring rotating exhibitions and a permanent outdoor sculpture collection.