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Hopetoun Falls

Victoria

At a Glance

About Hopetoun Falls

Hopetoun Falls is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Victoria, where the Aire River drops 30 metres over a wide basalt shelf into a circular plunge pool ringed by giant tree ferns and rainforest. The viewpoint platform directly in front of the falls creates an immersive curtain-of-water experience. The falls are set within dense Otway rainforest making them visually stunning year-round.

Hopetoun Falls Safety & Warnings

["Viewing platform can be very crowded in peak season","Track to platform can be slippery","No swimming in plunge pool","No dogs allowed"]

Getting to Hopetoun Falls

From the Great Ocean Road, turn north onto Beech Forest Road at Lavers Hill, then follow signs towards Hopetoun Falls. Car park is about 8km from Lavers Hill.

Hopetoun Falls Highlights

30-metre wide falls over basalt shelfGiant tree ferns framing the plunge poolOne of Victoria's most photogenic waterfallsShort easy walk from the car park

Activities at Hopetoun Falls

WalkingPhotographyWaterfall viewing

Tips for visiting Hopetoun Falls

Arrive early in the morning before tour groups. The falls photograph best in soft overcast light which is common in the Otways. Combine with Beauchamp Falls and Triplet Falls for a full waterfall day.

Facilities at Hopetoun Falls

✓Car park
✓Short walking track
✓Viewing platform
✓Information signs

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