Forrest Accommodation

Forrest is a town on the move. It is now well and truly on the map and a major destination for holidaymakers to the Otway Ranges. It is the hub for a large number of activities which take place in the surrounding districts. First and foremost is the Otway Odyssey and Kona 24 hour MTB races which are held every year. Forrest can now lay claim to some of Australia’s best Mountain bike trails. This fully sign-posted mountain bike trail system covers more than 60ks and provides a fun and unique Otways experience. Rapid Ascent manage the Giant Odyssey Mountain Bike Marathon in Forrest every year. There are lots of different race formats and differing distances. Would you like to have a go? You can. Click on the link above for more details. The resident population of Forrest is small but they make up for the lack of numbers with sheer vitality. It was the locals who put the town on the right track once the logging industry finished – making sure that tourism would keep their town afloat. They have recently set up a magazine which deals with everything to do with the Otways – Otway Life. A micro brewery has recently been established in the town to cater for the growing number of tourists. Add to this a few great places to eat and some great accommodation and you have a fantastic base for a holiday. Forrest is still a small, country town with a small, country town atmosphere but now has a diverse range of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. Forrest is located in the heart of the Otways and is a charming, small town in a truly sensational part of the world. Forrest accommodation will not disappoint.