MORTLAKE - VICTORIA - 3272
	Population: 1300,   Elevation: ,   Latitude: 38.05.00 Longitude: 143.48.00 Location:   300km west of Melbourne Highway: Hamiton Hwy or Hopkins Hwy.  Nearest Major Town: Warrnambool Nearest Airport: Warrnambool Touring Area: The Great Ocean Road		Mortlake historic precinct.

Mortlake is at the heart of what was once known as 'Lakes and Craters Country', in recognition of the vast number of lakes and volcanos around the plains of central western Victoria. The town is under the shadow of Mount Shadwell and a display of volcanic 'bombs' created at its last eruption will be seen in a shop in the main street. There is an historic precinct along the eastern entry to the town and most faciities will be found including a swimming pool and golf course. Clarke's pies are made here, so if you are looking for a traditional Aussie pie, call in to the shop in the main street. PLACES OF INTEREST: Mount Shadwell Historic Precinct ACCOMMODATION SEARCH TYPE: Find From All.................. Adventure Lodge Backpackers B & B Caravan Parks Camping Cottages Cruises/Ferries Farm Stay Guest Houses Holiday Units Home Stay Hotels Houseboats Lodges/Chalets Motels Motel/Hotel Resorts Self Catering Serviced Apartments Ski Lodge/Resort INFORMATION CENTRE: Information is available from the Council Office. HOW TO GET THERE: By road from Geelong, Hamilton or Warrnambool. On the Hamilton and Hopkins Hwys Airstrip | Coach

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