About Australia's  Fungi  Heaven

 Nearly all the 300 initial species  showcased in FungiOz app were  photographed  on the edges of the Great Otway National Park,  in Southern Australia. 

  Its a stunning area that is showcased in the Fungi Oz Calendar and the Great Ocean Road video in the next column.
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 The northern edge of the park around the  township  of Forrest is a slice of Fungi Heaven. 
After the cessation of logging in the Otways, the Government of Victoria made funds available for the creation of dedicated Mountain bike trails around Forrest. The area now has over 60km of sign posted tracks and is home to the following annual Mountain Bike Events
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The park is a popular area for interstate and international tourists, with companies operating tours in the region. It contains three camping areas at Johanna, Aire River and Blanket Bay.

The park is accessed from the east via Apollo Bay, from the north via Forrest or Beech Forest, or from the west via Princetown. covers both coastline and hinterland in the Otway Ranges and so includes both beaches and forest, accessible via walking trails.

The park and the Aire River campground are home to a significant koala population.

 The Cape Otway Lighthouse is adjacent to the park and is open to tourists throughout the week.

During the winter, bottlenose dolphins and migrating whales such as the southern right and southern humpback, and can be observed from the coasts. Further west, at Lady Bay in Warrnambool whales 
The Otways are about approximately 162 kilometres (101 miles) southwest of Melbourne. To visit during Mushroom season you are best to either hire a car or campervan  or   pre-arrange a personalised tour at http://www.daytours-victoria.com.au
 

Daytours Victoria - Australia provide private guided tours, catering to the needs of tourists and corporate visitors, in Melbourne, Australia, who want a discreet and attentive sightseeing experience. They provide
luxury transport and luxury treatment for small groups.



For a two day backpacker tours of Otway highlights I check out Ride Tours http://www.ridetours.com.au/site/index.php