Colac is a fascinating country town that brings together the forestry operations of the Otways and the Western District’s rich farming and dairy industries. Being only 76 kilometres south west from the centre of Geelong, Colac is home to about 12,000 people and is only just over a 50 kms inland drive from the Great Ocean Road town of Lorne. Colac is an easy and rewarding day trip that offers plenty to see and do.
About Colac
Colac is home to about 11,000 people and many more within the rural areas out of town. The area is located on a large volcanic plain which gives the region its unique vista and fertile soil making it one of the best dairy producing regions in the country
Colac Highlights
The rolling rural lands around Colac offer some of the region’s freshest foods. Many smaller farms and businesses are doing quiet well producing high quality gourmet goods including lovely cheeses, wine and the freshest of breads.
Beeac Windmill Park
There is probably nothing more iconic on the Australian landscape than the windmill. These iron towers have pumped much needed water to our harsh landscape…
Colac History
Colac has been built on forestry and farming. Still today both industries are important sources of jobs and income to the town and surrounding townships. Many small railways once operated to bring timber to Colac, today many of the cuttings still remain as bush trails.
Colac Photos
The picturesque rural landscape of Colac is its biggest asset. Green paddocks with sheep cattle and crops only minutes away from the lush Otways and rugged coastline of the Great Ocean Road.
Colac Attractions
Colac’s biggest attraction is it simply its natural beauty, with rolling plains, lush forests and volcanic remains all within easy reach of the town.
Colac Accommodation
What better way to experience Colac and the Western District than at a farm stay or a quaint bed and breakfast.
Colac Pubs, Bars & Nightclubs
Despite being a small rural town, Colac has plenty of pubs and venues to have a quite pint or even party on until the wee hours.