Peterborough and its neighbouring coastal towns are still very rural in outlook, although living along the coast does mean that tourism is a feature. The larger the town, the more it has tourist amenities. To the east of Peterborough, travellers along the Great Ocean Road visiting the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge will encounter the sleepy hollow that is Princetown (population about 240 people) before they reach these attractions. After the visiting the 12 Apostles and the gorge, Port Campbell (population about 480 people) offers the visitor all the amenities you could want.
After Peterborough and a forty five minute drive in the car, Warrnambool is a large regional centre on the coast with a population of over 33,000.
All these localities have stunning beaches and coastal attractions and are worth getting to know.
Port Campbell
Port Campbell is a 10 minute drive east of Peterborough along the coast. The visitor might want to allow more time though to stop at the many coastal features along this short stretch of road, such as the Grotto or London Bridge. The coastal park of bushland stunted by the winds and the salt spray is a reminder that we are on the wild Southern Ocean.
The township of Port Campbell has restaurants, cafes, accommodation and more. The foreshore is currently undergoing a renovation to improve the experience for the visitor.
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