Thunder Cave is at the end of the coastline on the Shipwreck Coast.
Thunder Cave is a unique natural wonder along the Great Ocean Road. Located within Port Campbell National Park, it gets its name from the thundering sound made by the waves crashing against the rocks.
How to see Thunder Cave
It can be unsafe to enter Thunder Cave, but it is possible at low tide. Otherwise, you can view it from the lookout, which is a short walk from the car park where you can still listen for the booming sounds.
Best time to see Thunder Cave
Some of the best times to see Thunder Cave are between December and March, with January being the prime month. January offers a better chance to explore Thunder Cave and its many chambers when the tide is low.
Attractions nearby
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Mutton Bird Island
Mutton Bird Island is a small sandstone island off the Great Ocean Road. The island is best known as an ideal breeding ground for short-tailed shearwaters, also known as mutton birds. You can view Mutton Bird Island from the lookout, which has a nearby car park.
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Loch Ard Gorge
Loch Ard Gorge is one of the most popular attractions along the Great Ocean Road and is around the corner from Thunder Cave. It is associated with a famous story in which the ship Loch Ard crashed near Mutton Bird Island, leaving all but 2 passengers to survive. The 2 survivors swam to shore, where Loch Ard Gorge is located today.
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The Razorback
The Razorback is another limestone formation along the Great Ocean Road. Over many years of erosion, it has formed a picturesque, jagged formation that is well worth checking out while nearby.