Apollo Bay is a coastal stop on the Great Ocean Road and a base for the surrounding Otways and coastline. Start at the Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre (opens in a new tab) for current local advice and trip-planning information.
Apollo Bay is on Eastern Maar Country. The Great Ocean Road authority (opens in a new tab) recognises Eastern Maar and Wadawurrung Peoples across the region; the Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation (opens in a new tab) is the appropriate Traditional Owner-led starting point for learning respectfully.
Coastal conditions can change rapidly. Read Victorian beach and water safety (opens in a new tab) guidance and Parks Victoria water safety (opens in a new tab) advice before visiting. Follow warnings and signs, assess conditions on arrival, and never assume a beach is patrolled.
Sources last validated: 1 September 2026.