Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve is a region in Victoria, Australia, spanning approximately 27 kilometers along the iconic Great Ocean Road. This diverse area encompasses 4,555 hectares, featuring a blend of dramatic seascapes, expansive beaches, and lush forests that extend into the Great Otway National Park. The varied terrain and coastal environment provide opportunities for several sports like road cycling, jogging, hiking, touring cycling, and more.
The Lorne - Queenscliff Coastalβ¦
117
Routes
4.8
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Average rating
4027
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5.0
(6)
27
hikers
15.9km
04:31
350m
350m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
hikers
8.86km
02:17
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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66
hikers
16.0km
04:25
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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58
hikers
6.38km
01:40
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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729
riders
132km
06:18
1,680m
1,680m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

190
riders
76.6km
03:21
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

191
riders
34.3km
01:31
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

142
riders
31.7km
01:25
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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119
runners
8.20km
00:55
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

89
runners
18.0km
01:57
160m
160m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

84
runners
8.23km
00:52
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

54
runners
8.88km
01:01
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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95
riders
19.7km
01:43
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

59
riders
16.4km
01:24
210m
210m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

9
riders
26.8km
02:18
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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9
riders
22.1km
01:42
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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77
riders
33.1km
02:04
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

60
riders
24.5km
02:12
260m
260m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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47
riders
132km
08:08
1,250m
1,250m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

28
riders
94.9km
05:46
720m
720m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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35
riders
76.3km
06:42
1,590m
1,590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
41.0km
03:32
560m
560m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
29.2km
02:23
420m
420m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
33.8km
02:50
460m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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The Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Jogging, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features 98 routes with an average rating of 4.61 stars from more than 20,000 visitors.
Yes, the reserve offers road cycling routes with ocean views along the Great Ocean Road and through the Otways. Options are available for various fitness levels. More details can be found in the Road Cycling Routes in Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve guide.
Hiking trails range from coastal paths to routes through lush forests and past waterfalls within the Great Otway National Park. Well-maintained paths lead to numerous lookout points. Explore options in the Hiking in Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve guide.
Yes, the reserve offers family-friendly options, particularly for hiking. Specific routes designed for families can be found in the Family-friendly hikes in Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve guide.
The area provides scenic coastal paths and beach stretches suitable for jogging, such as those found on beaches like Surf Beach. Detailed routes are available in the Running Trails in Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve guide.
Yes, the Great Otway National Park, part of the reserve, features cascading waterfalls like Erskine Falls and Cumberland Falls. Hikes to these natural features are available. Consult the Waterfall hikes in Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve guide for specific routes.
The most popular types of routes in the reserve are hiking and jogging, with 35 hiking routes and 33 jogging routes available. Road cycling and touring cycling also have a significant number of routes. The overall average rating for routes is 4.61 out of 5 stars.
Yes, the reserve offers options for traffic-free bike rides, which are suitable for touring cyclists. These routes provide a safer and more relaxed cycling experience. Information can be found in the Traffic-free bike rides in Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve guide.
The reserve features a spectacular coastline, expansive beaches, and lush forests. Notable landmarks include the Split Point Lookout and Lighthouse, the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch, and marine sanctuaries like Barwon Bluff. Inland, the Great Otway National Park offers waterfalls and ancient forests.
The Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve offers several easy hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. These routes often feature well-maintained paths and accessible terrain. Specific easy routes are detailed in the Easy hikes in Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve guide.
The official website for Parks Victoria, which manages parts of the broader region including the Great Otway National Park, is parks.vic.gov.au. The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority also manages coastal reserves in the region.
For general inquiries regarding Parks Victoria, the information center phone number is 13 1963. The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority can be reached at 1300 736 533. For visitor information specific to Lorne, the Lorne Visitor Information Centre can be reached at 03 5289 1152.

