Surf Coast Walk
Victoria, Australia
Out-and-back trail in Victoria, Australia. Hiking.
- Distance
- 19.7 mi (31.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,178 ft (664 m)
- Est. Time
- 7 hr 25 min
- High point
- 377 ft (115 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Attraction: Great Ocean Road Tandem Paragliding Southside Launch 1 mi (1.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Southside 1 mi (1.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Old Jarosite Mine 3 mi (4.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Abandoned well 3 mi (4.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint 7.9 mi (12.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 8.7 mi (14 km) from start
- Viewpoint 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from start
- Historic site: B-25 Mitchell Bomber Crash 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from start
- Beach: Red Rocks (Black Rocks) Beach 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 12.3 mi (19.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from start
- Campsite: Camp Fire Circle 15.1 mi (24.3 km) from start
- Picnic area 19.7 mi (31.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Surf Coast Walk
How long is Surf Coast Walk?
Surf Coast Walk is 19.7 mi (31.7 km) long. Most people take about 7 hr 25 min. It climbs 2,178 ft (664 m) in total, up to a high point of 377 ft (115 m).
How hard is Surf Coast Walk?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Surf Coast Walk?
Parking at the start, Free. 12 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Surf Coast Walk?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 10.2 mi (16.5 km).
Is Surf Coast Walk shaded?
Partly shaded (66% under trees).
What can you do on Surf Coast Walk?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Surf Coast Walk?
The Beach Hotel, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Jan Juc General Store, 1.6 mi (2.6 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Surf Coast Walk?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap