Barwon Downs

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Lake Elizabeth is a remote mountain lake formed by a landslide and a beautiful place to spend some time searching for the Platypus. The lake is about 3/4hr walk to reach from the carpark along a well made pathway. My photo was taken near the western edge of the lake. 

Hidden deep in the Otways it has inspiring beauty with heavily timbered flanks and calm waters punctuated by the trunks of dead trees, drowned when the valley was flooded more than 50 years ago to form this "perched lake”. 

The elusive platypus can be found in the waters of the lake - wake up early or head to Lake Elizabeth at dusk to catch a glimpse of these shy Australian natives.
Lake Elizabeth is one of my favourite hidden gems in the Otway region. It's a beautiful campground that has many hiking trails. The lake was created when a landslide formed a dam. Now you have haunting dead trees rising from the middle of the lake.

It's very secluded and is a place to get different photos. You can occasionally find platypus here #localgem
Walk around the lake.
Cumberland Lorne Resort

Cumberland Lorne Resort

4.5 out of 5
150 Mountjoy Parade Lorne VIC
The price is S$257 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
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Mantra Lorne

4.5 out of 5
Mountjoy Parade Lorne VIC
The price is S$151 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
S$151
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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Lorne Coachman Inn

3.5 out of 5
1 Deans Marsh Road Lorne VIC
The price is S$91 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
S$91
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Lorne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (990 reviews)
The room was fine and reasonably well appointed. Staff were rude, no customer service at all. Not sure if owners run it or employed manager but zero customer service. Shame as good location and nice enough place for the price.

Reviewed on 22 Mar, 2026

Lorne Coachman Inn
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Cumberland Lorne Resort

Cumberland Lorne Resort

4.5 out of 5
150 Mountjoy Parade Lorne VIC
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,070 reviews)
The one bedroom suite was spacious and had ocean views, full kitchen facilities, a laundry and undercover parking. Everything was in good condition. Great location near the beach and shopping strip.

Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2026

Cumberland Lorne Resort
Apollo Bay Holiday Park

Apollo Bay Holiday Park

3.5 out of 5
27 Cawood Street Apollo Bay VIC
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Apollo Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (323 reviews)
Our cabin was clean and comfortable. It was in a nice quiet area of the park. Within walking distance to the shops in Apollo Bay.

Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2026

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BIG4 Aireys Inlet

3 out of 5
19 Great Ocean Rd Aireys Inlet VIC
Stay at this cabin in Aireys Inlet. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and a picnic area. Popular attractions Sandy Gully Beach and Eco Logic are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Clean room & staff were friendly & helpful

Reviewed on 15 Feb, 2026

BIG4 Aireys Inlet
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