South West Coast (Victoria) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
About South West Coast (Victoria)
The first British settlement in Victoria was in Portland, in the far west of the South West Coast region, in 1834. Melbourne was founded only a year later. This area has become a major agricultural region in Victoria, with farms for dairy, beef cattle, lamb, and wool, as well as other crops. The only part of this region without significant farming activity is the Otway Ranges, which was once a major source of timber, but is now protected as Great Otway National Park, one of Victoria's largest and most diverse national parks, and a major tourist attraction. The Great Ocean Road, built by returned soldiers between 1919 and 1932, is a fantastic drive, not only for the scenery but also for the winding cliff-top roads. Before this road was constructed, the only access for towns on the rugged co
Top Attractions in South West Coast (Victoria)
Explore the best things to see and do in South West Coast (Victoria):
- ★Angahook-Lorne State Park
- ★Cape Otway Lighthouse
- ★Great Ocean Road
- ★Lake Elizabeth, Forrest
- ★Melba Gully State Park
- ★Otway Fly Tree Top Adventures
- ★Otway National Park
- ★Port Campbell National Park
South West Coast (Victoria) Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: