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Blanket Bay Campsite

Blanket Bay Campground sits within Great Otway National Park near Cape Otway, roughly 30 minutes west of Apollo Bay and about three hours from Melbourne.

Tucked among manna gum forest at the edge of a sheltered cove, the campground offers 22 unpowered sites — some reserved for tents, others suited to camper trailers — with pit toilets, fire pits, and direct beach access.

The location makes it one of the most scenic coastal campgrounds along the Great Ocean Road. Koalas occasionally wander through at dawn, and kangaroos and various birds are commonly spotted.

It also serves as a well-used overnight stop on the Great Ocean Walk, drawing a mix of car campers and through-hikers. Walking trails connect the campground to the Cape Otway Lighthouse area, roughly 10 kilometres away.

Advance booking through Parks Victoria is strongly recommended, as sites fill quickly.


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