Lake Elizabeth Walk, Otway Ranges
Lake Elizabeth Walk, Otway Ranges
A wonderful little walk, hidden away in a beautiful, lush part of the Otway Ranges.
Summary
A wonderful little walk, hidden away in a beautiful, lush part of the Otway Ranges.
Description
A simply wonderful little walk that is hidden away in a beautiful part of the Otway Ranges near the town of Forrest .
"Head to Lake Elizabeth hidden deep in the Otways and discover its inspiring beauty, with heavily timbered flanks and calm waters punctuated by the trunks of dead trees, drowned when the valley was flooded more than 50 years ago to form this "perched lake". The elusive platypus can be found in the waters of the lake - wake up early or head to Lake Elizabeth at dusk to catch a glimpse of these shy Australian natives."
Beware of snakes on summer days. You can often see glow worms at night.
Dogs are allowed on-leash. It is important dogs remain on-lead and out of the water because of abundant wildlife, including platypus.
Note: the red walk route above may not follow the actual route exactly. However the track is well-formed and easy to follow.
The photos of the ferns, boardwalk and track have been kindly provided by Peta Steele Photography .
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Points of Interest
2. The seat
A great spot to sit and watch for a platypus, particularly at dusk.
3. Through the ferns
One of the many spots to sneak a peek at the lake.
4. The boardwalk
A short boardwalk on the eastern end that protects the fragile wetland (and keeps your feet dry) while you look back at the dead tree trunks in the flooded lake.
5. The track
The track is quite gorgeous in parts, nice and coll on a summers day or misty and mysterious in winter.
6. Ferns
Don'g forget to look up when you walk under some of the large ferns!
Features
Picnic spot
Seating available
Historical interest
Nature trail
Lake, creek, river
