MEET ME AT THE FARMGATE

You never know who you’ll meet at the farmgate. The Great Ocean Road Region’s many artisan growers and makers love to chat about their passion for fine, fresh and specialty produce. Take a hinterland trail to appreciate lush green pastures thriving on fertile volcanic soils. Sample the gifts of this rich land and get to know the stories that propel them to legend status. We’ve culinary trails galore. Bring an empty boot, get ready for a foodie adventure and come take your fill.

Otway Harvest Trail

Grassroots local producers and operators bring out the best of the Otways hinterland from breweries, distilleries and wineries, to markets, farmgates and special places to eat.

12 Apostles Food Artisans Trail

Meet a legion of small-scale, boutique producers of fine foods and brilliant booze. Allow about 5 hours to wend your way along the 88km trail through magnificent coastal scenery, inland crater country and the towns of Timboon and Simpson. Many artisans open their farmgates and cellar doors 7 days a week. Pop in for home-churned ice cream, dairylicious fudge, giant strawberries, decadent cheeses, delectable chocolates, grass-fed beef, organic dairy delights, craft beer, boutique wines, small-batch single malt whisky and more. Download or grab a map at the Visitor Information Centre in Port Campbell, then follow your tastebuds.

Culinary connoisseurs and artisan producers are ready to share their passion with you. Pick your own blueberries at Gellibrand then settle in for a picnic lunch. There are dozens of up-close gourmet experiences to be had.