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Teddy's Lookout

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Teddy’s Lookout is a coastal viewpoint on a hill behind Lorne, Victoria, at the end of George Street, overlooking the Southern Ocean.

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Teddy's Lookout — St George River mouth and Great Ocean Road below the lookout

Teddy's Lookout — St George River mouth and Great Ocean Road below the lookoutTeddy's Lookout — Turquoise water and forested headland along the rocky coastTeddy's Lookout — Ocean and rugged shoreline beneath the wooded headland

Why go

  • See the Great Ocean Road heading south towards Apollo Bay.
  • Look over the St George River estuary and the Otway Ranges.

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Interesting facts3

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  1. 480 feet

    The lookout stands about 480 feet (146 metres) above sea level.

    Teddy's Lookout, Queens Park - Lorne Historical Society

  2. During World War II, it was used to watch for enemy movements.

    Teddy's Lookout, Queens Park - Lorne Historical Society
  3. 1995

    A viewing platform was added in 1995.

    Teddy's Lookout, Queens Park - Lorne Historical Society

History

Ted Babington hauled timber from St George River Mill with drivers Ted Hogan and Ted Bolger during construction of the Great Ocean Road. After a steep climb, the three men rested their horses at the high point and watched for others approaching. One account links the lookout’s name to this story.

  1. By 1878Teddy’s Lookout was already known by its current name.
  2. 1881A public meeting sought to reserve land for a park on Lorne’s southern boundary.
  3. 1883The park land was gazetted, and trustees were appointed to manage it.
  4. 1895The park became permanent public parkland and came to be known as Queens Park.
  5. 1926The Rotunda was rebuilt after the original was destroyed by fire.

Tips for your visit

  • Plan toilet stops elsewhere: there are no public toilets or other amenities at the lookout.

Know before you go

  • Open 24 hours every day.

Don't miss

  • Cast-iron compass dialThe cast-iron dial points towards 21 towns and landmarks. Dedicated in February 1989, it was donated with funds raised by Friends of Queens Park.At the lookout

How to get there

  • CarThe lookout is at the end of George Street, 2 km from the heart of Lorne, with a small parking area beside it.

Sources: Teddy's Lookout - Visit Great Ocean Road · Lorne Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority · Teddy's Lookout, Queens Park - Lorne Historical… · checked 11 Oct 2026

Where
George Street, Lorne

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