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Lorne Things to Do

By Lek Boonlert

| November 30th 2011 | Views:

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Lorne is blessed with a spectacular coastline and a wonderfully sheltered sandy beach that offers safe and warm swimming in a beautifully clear ocean. Hotels in Lorne are located along the sea front, providing easy access to the beach. Surfing is good here and there are lessons available for all levels of skill, from the beginner to the expert. Wetsuits and boards are available to hire if you would prefer to take to the waves on your own. One of the most popular watersports here is sea kayaking, and experienced kayakers can hire a kayak and lifejacket. For novice kayakers it is possible to take lessons. Alternatively, take out a two-man kayak to explore the stunning coastline with an experienced guide.

On land, the Great Otway National Park spans over 100,000 hectares along the coast. As well as the coastline that is dominated by towering cliffs interspersed with secluded coves and sandy beaches, when travelling inland the park includes the majestic peaks of the Otway Ranges, which include some stunning fern gullies and fabulous waterfalls.

The Lorne Country Club includes a spectacular 9-hole golf course, set amongst the natural bush landscape and with sweeping views of the coastline; together with six all weather tennis courts. There are racquets and clubs available to hire and the course and courts are open to non-members for a modest fee.

The arts are also well represented in Lorne with Qdos Arts being a highlight with its sculpture garden set in three acres of bush. The annual Falls Festival every winter features some big name international bands and attracts crowds from across Australia.

Lek Boonlert - About Author:
Lek Boonlert is an editor and content reviewer at DirectRooms and is responsible for all Hotels in Lorne content.