The Best Driving Roads in Victoria, Australia

The Best Driving Roads in Victoria, Australia

December 07, 2017

The South-Eastern state of Victoria is home to some of the most amazing roads in the country. While there are a lot of things to do in the city, one should also take the time to drive to the outskirts and experience the open road.

The Victorian experience will not be complete without a drive through its iconic roads and experiencing the culture of the towns that have flourished along the route.

Lake Mountain Road

Contrary to its name, there is no lake in this mountain road. The Lake Mountain was named in honour of George Lake, who was Survey-General of the area where the mountain is located. The road itself winds through the Yarra Ranges National Park and is an absolute stunner.

With its location high above sea level, you can enjoy the view of the mountain range.

One unique feature of the landscape are the trees that were damaged by a brush fire in 2009 which looks like a blackened forest without leaves. The road climbs to over 1.4 kilometres above sea level but in a gentle ascent in a 22-kilometer stretch. It was hailed by Top Gear Australia as the best driving road in Australia.

Black Spur Drive

Black Spur Drive might be a short 30-kilometre route but this one is a scenic drive through the forest. The road twists around the forest with a number of hairpin turns. There are a few short, straight stretches where you can open the throttle up some. But the road around this temperate forest area is best driven at a slower pace to enjoy the beautiful, natural scenery.  

Great Ocean Road

The Great Ocean Road was built by soldiers returning from World War I and is the largest war memorial in the world. This long, 244 kilometre stretch of road follows the Victorian coastline is a National Heritage and a well-known tourist destination. The road will carry you through some world-class surfs and quaint sea-side towns. This road also boasts of probably the most picturesque ocean views in Australia. While you could breeze on through this winding coastal route, the Great Ocean Road is best experienced in a couple of days. You can stop by towns and enjoy the fine wine and the great food served in the towns. There are also a number of tourist attractions to enjoy.

Look out for the Koalas under the canopy when you pass by the forested areas too.  

Great Alpine Road

The Great Alpine Road is the mountain equivalent of the Great Ocean road that makes its way through the Victorian Alps. At 303 kilometres long and with an elevation of 1.8 kilometres, expect scenic mountain views from all sides.

Like the Great Ocean Road, this mountain pass is home to a great selection of wineries and restaurants. There are resorts, scenic stops and fishing spots on this route so better pack a camera and your best fishing gear.

Like its coastal twin, you can enjoy this road at a slower pace, opting for lodging in the towns along the route. The scenery is fantastic all year round but do watch out for the occasional heavy snowfall during the winter months.

Jonno Rodd

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