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About Port Campbell National Park
Port Campbell National Park protects a 32km strip of dramatic limestone coastline along the Great Ocean Road, including the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, London Arch, and numerous other sea stacks, arches, and gorges. The park's geology was formed over 10–20 million years as softer limestone eroded faster than harder sections, creating the iconic formations. It is one of Australia's most visited national parks.
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Port Campbell National Park protects a 32km strip of dramatic limestone coastline along the Great Ocean Road, including the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, London Arch, and numerous other sea stacks, arches, and gorges. The park's geology was formed over 10–20 million years as softer limestone eroded faster than harder sections, creating the iconic formations. It is one of Australia's most visited national parks.
Warnings
Getting There
The park straddles the Great Ocean Road between Princetown and Peterborough, 285–320km west of Melbourne. Access via the B100 from Geelong then the Great Ocean Road.
Visitor Tips
- •Allow a full day to visit the major sites. Start at Gibson Steps for the beach perspective, then the Twelve Apostles at midday, Loch Ard Gorge in the afternoon, and finish at London Arch or Bay of Islands for sunset.
Quick Facts
At a Glance
The Place
- Significance
- National
Plan Your Visit
- Entry
- Free
- Duration
- Full day to multiple days
- Best Time
- Year-round; October to April for warmer weather and longer days
- Hours
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Location
- Region
- Great Ocean Road
- State
- Victoria
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