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Skenes Creek Foreshore Caravan Park: Your Beachfront Great Ocean Road Escape

Fall asleep to the sound of crashing waves at Skenes Creek Foreshore Caravan Park, a beautiful and unique holiday destination offering absolute beachfront camping on the internationally renowned Great Ocean Road. Located just six kilometres from the vibrant town of Apollo Bay, our seasonal park provides the ultimate coastal escape, where the beach and creek are literally on your doorstep. This is a place for those who love the classic Australian beach holiday – surfing, fishing, exploring rock pools, and enjoying a campfire as the sun sets over the ocean.Our park is a haven for families, couples, and adventurers looking to immerse themselves in the stunning natural environment of the Otways coast. We offer a range of spacious, grassy powered and unpowered sites, all just a few steps from the sand. The park is proudly dog-friendly, so your best friend can join in on the holiday fun. With brand new kitchen and amenity blocks, your stay is sure to be comfortable. The park’s location makes it the perfect base for exploring the wider region; head into the Great Otway National Park to discover lush rainforests and cascading waterfalls, or take a short drive to Apollo Bay for its fantastic cafes, restaurants, and shops. For a holiday that combines the thrill of the surf with the tranquillity of a seaside village, Skenes Creek Foreshore Caravan Park is an unbeatable choice.

Contact & Location

Address: 2 Great Ocean Road, Skenes Creek, VIC 3233, Australia
Phone: (03) 5237 6132
Email: skenescreek@greatoceanroadauthority.vic.gov.au
Website: greatoceanroadparks.com.au
GPS Coordinates: -38.724335413263084, 143.71161815213728

Park Information

Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.5 stars)

Powered & Unpowered Sites: A range of absolute beachfront powered and unpowered grassed sites are available.
Mobile Phone Coverage: Good coverage for Telstra. Other carriers can be limited along the Great Ocean Road.
Generator Use: Permitted during set hours. Please confirm with management.
Suitable For: Caravans, Motorhomes, and Tents.
Open Fires: Permitted in your own off-ground fire pit, subject to local fire restrictions.
Access: Sealed road access directly off the Great Ocean Road.
Site Surface: Grass.
Pet Friendly: Yes, the park is dog-friendly on sites. Conditions apply.
Fishing: Excellent surf fishing from the beach and estuary fishing in Skenes Creek.
Short Walks: Direct access to the beach and a short walk along the Great Ocean Road to local lookouts.

Park Features & Facilities

Absolute beachfront location
New camp kitchen
New amenities block
BBQ facilities
Pet-friendly

Essentials to Bring

Drinking water hose and grey water hose
15 amp power lead
Levelling blocks
Surfboards, bodyboards, and beach gear
Fishing gear and a Victorian fishing licence
Your own off-ground fire pit and firewood

Explore the Local Area

Pubs & Places to Eat

Chris’s Beacon Point Restaurant: Acclaimed fine dining with spectacular ocean views, up the hill from the park (Approx. 2 km)
Apollo Bay Hotel: A classic, large pub with a bistro and bar in the heart of Apollo Bay (Approx. 6 km)
Great Ocean Road Brewhouse: Offers a huge range of craft beers and a bistro menu in Apollo Bay (Approx. 6 km)

Local Attractions

Great Otway National Park: Explore lush rainforests, walking trails, and famous waterfalls like Triplet Falls and Hopetoun Falls.
Apollo Bay: A vibrant seaside town with shops, cafes, a golf course, and a busy fishing harbour (Approx. 6 km).
Cape Otway Lightstation: Mainland Australia’s oldest surviving lighthouse with incredible history and views (Approx. 40 km).
Otway Fly Treetop Adventures: Experience the rainforest from above with a treetop walk and zipline tours (Approx. 50 km).

Nearby Parks & Services

Alternate Caravan Parks

BIG4 Apollo Bay Pisces Holiday Park: (Approx. 4 km)
Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve: (Approx. 6 km)
Marengo Family Caravan Park: (Approx. 8 km)

Alternate Free Camps

Stevensons Falls Campground: Popular free camp with toilets in the Otway Forest Park (Approx. 30 km)
Aire Crossing Campground: Secluded free camp spot deep in the forest (Approx. 35 km)
Beauchamp Falls Reserve: Free camping area with toilets near the waterfall walk (Approx. 45 km)

Nearest Dump Points

Apollo Bay Public Dump Point: Located at the Visitor Information Centre car park (Approx. 6 km)
Lorne Foreshore Caravan Park: Fee may apply for non-guests (Approx. 40 km)
Colac Public Dump Point (Showgrounds): (Approx. 65 km)

Nearest Petrol Station

Ampol Apollo Bay: 177 Great Ocean Road (Approx. 6 km)
Shell (Viva) Apollo Bay: 165 Great Ocean Road (Approx. 6 km)

Nearest Alternate Drinking Water Resupply

The park provides potable town water to all sites.
Apollo Bay Foreshore: Public taps and drinking fountains are available for filling bottles (Approx. 6 km).

Seasonal Weather Guide

Summer (Dec – Feb)

Comfortable and warm, perfect for surfing, swimming, and enjoying the long summer evenings. The Great Ocean Road is at its busiest. Average max temperature: 21-22°C.

Autumn (Mar – May)

Mild, clear days are ideal for hiking in the Otways and exploring the coastline with fewer crowds. Average max temperature: 16-20°C.

Winter (Jun – Aug)

Cool, windy, and often wonderfully dramatic. A great time to see the waterfalls in full flow and enjoy the rugged coastal scenery. Average max temperature: 13-14°C.

Spring (Sep – Nov)

Mild and refreshing as the rainforest and coastal heathlands come to life. A beautiful time for wildlife spotting. Average max temperature: 15-18°C.

Skenes Creek Foreshore Caravan Park – Your Beachfront Great Ocean Road Escape