Loch Ard Gorge

Loch Ard Gorge, nestled within Port Campbell National Park along the Great Ocean Road, features a sandy beach encased by towering limestone cliffs. The gorge is renowned for the 1878 shipwreck of the Loch Ard, where survivors Tom Pearce and Eva Carmichael found refuge. Visitors can explore several walking trails, including the Geology Walk, Shipwreck Walk, and Living on the Edge, each offering insights into the area's natural beauty and history. The nearby Mutton Bird Island is home to a colony of Short-tailed Shearwaters, providing a unique wildlife spectacle.