# Loch Ard Gorge

> A sheltered cove between high limestone cliffs, named after the clipper Loch Ard, wrecked here in 1878.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-loch-ard-gorge/

A sheltered cove between high limestone cliffs, named after the clipper Loch Ard, wrecked here in 1878. Steps lead down to the beach; stay out of the water, as currents and swell are dangerous.

- **Nearest town:** Port Campbell, Victoria
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -38.6490, 143.0690
- **Editor's pick:** ★

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually November–April. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and September–October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Featured in these trip guides

- [Great Ocean Road: Torquay to Warrnambool](https://camping-spirit.com/guides/au-great-ocean-road/)

## Nearby

- [Twelve Apostles](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-twelve-apostles/) – 3 km
- [Gibson Steps](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-gibson-steps/) – 4 km
- [Bay of Islands Coastal Park](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-bay-of-islands/) – 11 km
- [London Arch](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-london-arch/) – 12 km

## FAQs

### Where is Loch Ard Gorge?

Loch Ard Gorge is in Port Campbell, Victoria, at GPS -38.6490, 143.0690.

### Which road trips pass Loch Ard Gorge?

Loch Ard Gorge is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Great Ocean Road: Torquay to Warrnambool.

### What is there to see near Loch Ard Gorge?

Places worth a stop nearby: Twelve Apostles (3 km), Gibson Steps (4 km), Bay of Islands Coastal Park (11 km) and London Arch (12 km).

### When is the best time to visit Loch Ard Gorge?

The most pleasant months are usually November–April. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and September–October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Part of these destinations

- [Great Ocean Road](https://camping-spirit.com/destinations/au-great-ocean-road/)