Great Ocean Walk vs Three Capes Track
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
| Great Ocean Walk | Three Capes Track | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 96 km | 23 km |
| Elevation gain | 1,657 m | 953 m |
| Typical duration | — | — |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | Regional | Regional |
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Best time to hike | Best months: February, March, May | Best from February to March |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Great Ocean Walk vs Three Capes Track: which should you hike?
At 96 km, Great Ocean Walk is the longer route — roughly 73 km more than Three Capes Track (23 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Three Capes Track is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.