Devil's Kitchen to 12 Apostles is a 16km, grade 3 hike located in Great Otway National Park, Victoria. The hike should take around 5 hours to complete.

Length: 16km

Duration: 5 hrs

Grade: 3

Style: One Way

Start: Devil's Kitchen

End: 12 Apostles

Location: Great Otway National Park

Closest town: Port Campbell

Victoria

From state capital: 230km

Longitude: 143.20481299414877

Latitude: -38.744364606087316

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There is no vehicle access to the start of this hike at Devil's Kitchen Campsite, a hike-in campsite along the Great Ocean Walk. This description is intended for those completing multiple sections of the Great Ocean Walk.

Hike overview

For those completing The Great Ocean Walk, this is the grand finale! Stage 11 of the Great Ocean Walk takes you from Devil's Kitchen to the awe-inspiring 12 Apostles.

The trail hugs the coastline, offering scenic views as you approach Princetown. Keep an eye out for the diverse birdlife at the river mouth - it's definitely worth a closer look! After crossing the Gellibrand River on a trestle bridge, look for a new track section on your left. This section marks the home stretch into Port Campbell National Park, where you'll soon be greeted by the world-famous 12 Apostles.

The Great Ocean Walk viewing platform is just a short distance away, offering the perfect spot to capture a selfie with the majestic rock formations in the background. The trail has been extended past Gibson's Steps, with an underpass leading you to the other side of the road for the final few hundred meters. Your journey ends at the Twelve Apostles visitor center, complete with toilets and a cafe - a well-deserved reward after your incredible hike. This final leg is approximately 16 kilometers and takes roughly 5 hours to complete, with a difficulty rating of easy to moderate.

Devils Kitchen Hike-in Campsite

The final Camp along the Great Ocean Walk is nestled amongst coastal woodland with stunning views out to sea to the wild Southern Ocean. Keep an eye out for Whales in winter as you reflect on your achievements. Be sure to book your Great Ocean Walk campsites well in advance to avoid disappointment.

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Total distance: 15448 m
Max elevation: 113 m
Min elevation: 3 m
Total climbing: 419 m
Total descent: -456 m

Download file: Devils-Kitchen-to-12-Apostles.gpx

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About the region

The Great Otway National Park stretches from Torquay, along the world-famous Great Ocean Road and up through the Otways hinterland. Discover windswept coastlines and breathtaking waterfalls in tall mountain forests, walk the iconic Great Ocean Walk, immerse yourself in the Otway Lightstation's history, or surf some of the best breaks in Australia. Enjoy the great outdoors and explore the wonders of the Great Otway National Park.

The Great Otway National Park is in southern Victoria, Australia. It covers rugged coastland, beaches and the mountains of the Otway Ranges. Waterfalls dot the park, including the 3 cascades of Triplet Falls. Boardwalks lead through temperate rainforest at Maits Rest. The 1848 Cape Otway Lightstation perches on cliffs overlooking Bass Strait. Great Ocean Walk leads through the park to the Twelve Apostles rock formations.

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Hike Categories: 016-25km Full Day Grade 3 (Moderate) Great Otway National Park One Way Victoria

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1 Review on “Devil's Kitchen to 12 Apostles Hike (16km)”

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Darren Edwards Trail Author

The clifftop views along the coastline were incredible, especially with the chance to spot some birds by the river mouth. The new track section felt a bit like a victory lap, leading into Port Campbell National Park and the grand finale.

The viewing platform offered the perfect spot for a photo with the 12 Apostles – such a majestic sight! The trail extension made the last stretch a breeze, and the visitor center with restrooms and cafe was a welcome sight after 5 hours on the trail.

Overall, this leg was a fantastic mix of scenic beauty and a moderate challenge – definitely recommend it for anyone doing the Great Ocean Walk!

15/04/2024, 19:41

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