Sandpiper Motel -
Things To Do
This is a great mixture of
spectacular drives and walks. The waterfalls in the Otways are at their
best in winter. There are good walking tracks at each allowing exercise
to suit every need.
First stop is Maits Rest [8], a flat
circuit walk through magnificent old rainforest that takes about 30
minutes at a leasurely pace.
We recommend the Blackwood Gully Cafe [7] at Lavers Hill for superb cakes, coffee, and light
meals.
The drive towards Beech Forest provides panoramic views and lush
pastures fed by Victoria's
highest rainfall. This road follows the ridge of the Otways and gives
easy access to the regions many waterfalls.
Triplet Falls [2] is a 10 minute walk from the car park. Beauchamp Falls
and Hopetoun
Falls are more
strenuous walks, or can be viewed from a distance. They are close to The
Redwoods [5]. These giant Californian trees were planted here in
1930. This is a fantastic picnic spot alonside the Aire river.
Back to Beech Forest you drive through the rainforest to Lake Elizabeth [3]. The perfectly still water provides a mirror
reflection of forest and ferns.
