Lorne Beach

Located within the coastal town of Lorne along the famous Great Ocean Road in Victoria, Lorne Beach is a two-kilometer-long golden sand beach with few rocky portions.  This immensely popular beach is positioned along the Louttit Bay and has a beautiful backdrop of the Otway Mountain Range, lush vegetation, and many oceanfront buildings, providing Instagram-worthy views.  The beach is part of the Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve, encouraging sustainable tourism practices to preserve the natural beauty, flora, and fauna of the region.

Lorne Beach, Australia, has many amenities, including lifeguards, restrooms, showers, changing rooms, picnic areas with barbeque grill facilities, picnic tables, benches, kiosks, a pier, beach equipment rental facilities, a life-saving club, a wellness center, bicycle paths, a skate park, a swimming pool, a wooden boardwalk, and nearby restaurants, cafes, campgrounds, and hotels.

Lorne Beach is a family-friendly beach that offers many fun activities, including swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, kitesurfing, windsurfing, fishing, paddleboarding, jet skiing, and waterskiing.  If you plan to go into the water, the waves are usually calm, but we recommend being careful as water is known to have unpredictable rip currents.  Lorne Beach weather makes this beach also a popular surfing destination where surfers of all skill levels can enjoy consistent waves throughout the year.  Lorne Beach offers opportunities for recreational fishing off the rocks or from small boats.  Visitors may spot local wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, and various seabirds in the surrounding areas.  Hikers can enjoy the nearby hiking trails, including the Cumberland River Trail, which offer unique insights into the local biodiversity.  In addition, this beach is home to fascinating rock pools that are perfect for exploring marine life at low tide.  Lorne Beach is renowned for its pristine sands, clear waters, and stunning views of the coastline, making it a perfect spot to take the best beach photos.  Lorne Scenic Beach hosts many interesting events throughout the year, including the famous annual Pier to Pub Swim, one of the world's largest open-water swimming races; the Lorne Sculpture Biennale; the iconic Falls Music and Arts Festival, and many vibrant cultural events.  There are also designated dog-friendly zones that allow dogs if they are on a leash, and it is open from sunrise until sunset.

Lorne Beach offers an access path for people with disabilities.

Getting to Lorne Beach is easy - the beach has a paid parking lot located near 170 Mountjoy Parade, Lorne, Victoria 3232, Australia, which provides easy access to the beach.

Interestingly, Lorne has earned a spot in the Guinness Book of Records for hosting the world’s largest annual 1.2-kilometer ocean swim, the Pier to Pub.  Even the Melbourne Cup pays Lorne a visit on its October tour of Victoria.

There are many attractions near Lorne Beach.  Erskine Falls is one of the most picturesque waterfalls near Lorne, nestled in the lush rainforest of the Great Otway National Park.  This 30-meter-high waterfall cascades into a gully surrounded by ferns, towering trees, and native flora, making it a popular spot among nature lovers and photographers.  Cumberland River Holiday Park is home to a scenic river that meanders through a beautiful valley surrounded by towering cliffs and lush vegetation, creating a tranquil and picturesque setting.  Visitors can enjoy many fun activities, including camping, picnics, hiking, and fishing, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and nature exploration.  The Lorne Swing Bridge is a pedestrian suspension bridge located near the mouth of the Erskine River that connects the Erskine River Estuary to Lorne Beach.  This historic bridge is an iconic landmark, offering a peaceful spot for leisurely strolls with views of the surrounding landscape. 

The Lorne Historical Society Museum is a small museum dedicated to preserving the rich history of Lorne and the surrounding region.  It has a gallery that showcases a variety of artifacts, photographs, and documents that offer a glimpse into the lives of early settlers and the natural history of the region.   If you are looking for another nearby attraction, Qdos Arts is a premier arts venue nestled in a natural bushland, which is home to an art gallery, a sculpture park, and a cafe.  The art gallery showcases works from select fine artists, and the park features a unique collection of sculptures crafted by Australian and international artists.  These sculptures are thoughtfully placed along walking paths, allowing visitors to enjoy both the art and the surrounding native flora, making it a perfect spot for experiencing the serene environment that blends art with nature.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near Lorne Beach.  Almyra Restaurant & Bar Lorne is positioned on the beach and serves amazing salads, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  Totti's Lorne is an upscale Italian restaurant that serves salads, pasta, ravioli, pizzas, burratas, steaks, and tiramisu.  Umisango serves delicious Japanese food.  IPSOS Restaurant & Bar serves delicious soups, salads, pizzas, pastas, meat, seafood, and poultry dishes.  If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant nearby, Pit Stop Lorne serves incredible soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, seafood, and meat dishes.

If you are looking for Lorne Beach hotels, there are many great options nearby.  If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 5-Star The RACV Torquay Resort is 50 minutes away by car and offers many amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa, a sauna, a golf course, hot tubs, tennis courts, and restaurants.  A more affordable hotel is the 4-Star Cumberland Lorne Resort, which offers a few amenities, including an indoor heated pool, a hot tub, a fitness center, squash courts, a sauna, a restaurant, and a terrace.  Another moderately priced option is the 4-Star QDOS Fine Arts, which has several amenities, including zen-inspired rooms, a cafe, an art gallery, and a sculpture garden.  A more reasonably priced option is the 3-Star The Sandridge Motel, which has a few amenities, including comfortable rooms and a restaurant.  If you are looking for another affordable hotel, Vantage Point Holiday Home has comfortable rooms.