National Park & Nature
Loch Ard Gorge
📍 Loch Ard Gorge, Great Ocean Road, VIC, Australia
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Introduction
Loch Ard Gorge is one of the Great Ocean Road's most magnificent and moving coastal landscapes. Named after the 1878 shipwreck of the Loch Ard, it features stunning limestone cliffs, a tranquil cove and a poignant maritime story. 72 died; only 2 young survivors. Steps lead to a small beach surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and emerald water. Nearby Island Archway and London Bridge. Free admission along the Great Ocean Road. Visiting for the magnificent gorge and poignant shipwreck story is a moving Great Ocean Road experience.
✨ Highlights
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Shipwreck story
1878 Loch Ard shipwreck — 72 died, only 2 survived.
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Limestone gorge
Stunning limestone cliffs surrounding tranquil emerald water.
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Free
Free along the Great Ocean Road.
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Great Ocean Road
Near Twelve Apostles; the most moving stop.
🛈 Practical Info
→Free：Free.
→Trail：Steps lead to the small beach at the gorge bottom.
→Story：Learning the shipwreck story deepens the experience.
→Combine：Pair with Twelve Apostles, London Bridge and the full Great Ocean Road.
→Photo：Very photogenic inside the gorge; stay safe.
💡 Tips
• Free; steps lead to the gorge bottom.
• Learning the shipwreck story deepens the experience.
• Pair with Twelve Apostles and the Great Ocean Road.
• Safety and weather are on-site.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Loch Ard Gorge?
Free; steps lead to the gorge bottom. Learning the shipwreck story deepens the experience.
Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.
