Located about half way between Anglesea and Lorne, Airey’s inlet is nestled between a marine park and the Great Otway National Parkland. Many people often skip this hidden treasure in the rush to get to the big tourist towns of the magnificent Great Ocean Road, thus missing out on the beautiful charm of this quaint friendly little town.
Airey’s inlet is a fantastic holiday destination or stop over point for people wishing to explore the Great Ocean Road. The town was originally developed as a farming and timber region but now tourism is its major industry. With beautiful beaches and rugged bush land there is so much to do in this small seaside town.
The tiny township of Airey’s Inlet is one of the jewels of the Great Ocean Road, with magnificent scenery, pristine beaches and a laid back relaxed atmosphere. Whether you are on a day trip or visiting for a while you will fall in love with the tranquility and escape from the hustle and bustle of every day life.
After more than 10 tragic ship groundings or sinkings in the vicinity it was decided a lighthouse would be built at Airey’s Inlet and positioned…
European settlers first ran pastoral runs in the area as early as 1842 but it wasn’t until 1887 when the town was subdivided and slowly developed. Timber was the major industry with what is now the Otways being much sought after timber.
Take a glimpse at some of the great things to see and do in Airey’s Inlet in our photo gallery. There is sure to be something that will make this great seaside town on top of your list for visiting soon.
Airey’s Inlet on the Great Ocean Road has a huge selection of accommodation with something for everyone there’s camping, apartments, hotels and quaint bed and breakfasts.
Airey’s Inlet on the beautiful Great Ocean Road has some fantastic attractions and natural wonders with some of the region’s most magnificent beaches and only minutes to the Otways
Airey’s Inlet offers plenty of fun for anglers, whether you are off shore in a boat, fishing of the wide sandy shore or along the banks of the Painkalac River there are plenty of good catches to be had.
