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A person wearing outdoor clothing stands on a path in a lush forest, looking up at tall ferns and moss-covered trees along the Maits Rest rainforest walk on the Great Ocean Road.

Maits Rest: A Magical Rainforest Walk on the Great Ocean Road

Discover Maits Rest, a magical rainforest walk near Apollo Bay on the Great Ocean Road. Wander an ancient Otway forest filled with giant ferns, towering trees, glow-worms and local wildlife — one of the Great Ocean Walk’s most enchanting short walks.

Man wearing a blue jacket, beanie, and backpack, standing on a cliff overlooking the ocean and rugged coastline.

History of the Great Ocean Walk | How the Trail Was Created

Explore the fascinating history of the Great Ocean Walk — from its early vision in the 1990s, to its construction by local rangers and volunteers, to its growth from 91 km to today’s iconic 104 km.

Aerial view of a coastal town with historic buildings, two lighthouses, a pier, and clear blue water along the shoreline near the Queenscliff Artists' Walk.

From Coastal Art to Rugged Wilderness: Exploring the Queenscliff–Point Lonsdale Artists’ Walk Before Your Great Ocean Walk Adventure

In this Walk91 blog, we discover attractions in Queenscliff and Port Lonsdale including the Great Ocean Road and the Great Ocean Walk. Read our tips and Itinerary ideas.