Explore the Otways on Foot – One Trail at a Time

Walking the Otways is your essential guide to discovering Victoria’s most scenic walking tracks. Written by renowned bushwalking expert John Chapman, this 4th edition is packed with updated, practical content. It covers 43 day walks plus 85 walk variations, giving you endless ways to enjoy the Otway Ranges.

Each trail includes easy-to-follow notes. You’ll get gradient profiles, topographic maps, and clear distances. So, whether you’re after a quick forest stroll or a full-day coastal hike, this book helps you plan with confidence.

Moreover, the book features the iconic Great Ocean Walk, broken into manageable day sections. That means you can tackle it one step at a time—at your own pace.

As you turn the pages, you’ll find more than 100 vibrant photographs. These visuals bring each trail to life. Alongside them, Chapman shares local insights, safety tips, and gear advice.

Better still, Walking the Otways has been redesigned with a fresh, user-friendly layout. It now matches the style of Chapman’s other popular walking guides. You’ll also notice reorganised content and improved readability.

Although the title focuses on the Otways, the reach goes far. From waterfalls and tall forests to fern gullies and rugged coastlines, this guide takes you deep into one of Victoria’s most diverse landscapes.

Importantly, all routes have been field-tested by experienced members of the Geelong Bushwalking Club. That means you can trust the accuracy. You won’t get lost or stuck.

Thanks to its compact size and soft laminated cover, Walking the Otways is perfect for your daypack. Just grab it and go.

In short, this is more than a walking guide. It’s a gateway to adventure. So, if you’re ready to discover the wild beauty of Victoria’s southwest, Walking the Otways is the perfect companion.

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