Lake Elizabeth — Local services in Barwon Downs

Lake Elizabeth is located deep in a beautiful part of the Otway Rangers, and I can highly recommend a day trip to visit the area. The carpark for Lake Elizabeth is a 7km’s drive out from the town of Forrest and the walking trail from the carpark to Lake Elizabeth is a short 1km walk through a tall eucalypt forest with dense fern gullies. When you reach the lake, you will be rewarded with a wonderful view overlooking a pristine lake punctuated by the trunks of dead trees and surrounded by a lush forest. On the day that we were there, we could see a platypus swimming in the middle of the lake. There is a 4.7km walk around the lake, but we didn’t...

We came here hoping to catch a glimpse of a certain animal. Although we didn’t spot any, the experience itself was really enjoyable. We didn’t join a tour but drove here on our own. The road was a bit tricky to navigate, and after parking, we hiked through the forest. If you're visiting in the afternoon, I’d recommend bringing a flashlight just in case it gets dark on your way back. Even without any animal sightings, the breathtaking lake views completely blew me away. I really hope this place stays as beautiful...

On our way back from Great Otway National Park, we decided to stop by Lake Elizabeth in hopes of spotting a platypus. Although we weren’t lucky this time, we did see several koalas along the road to the park. Just keep your eyes on the treetops and look for small furry balls resting in the eucalyptus branches. The walk around Lake Elizabeth is not difficult and takes about an hour. It’s a peaceful and scenic trail, perfect for nature lovers and those hoping to catch a glimpse of some of Australia’s...