Bairnsdale

This is an ideal base to visit the lakes and wilderness area of East Gippsland, and is very pretty with the Mitchell River close by. It has everything you would expect in a city yet it is more a country town, and there is such unique wilderness on its doorstep that it can’t be missed. There are a number of fascinating museums in town, but the best attractions are further out, with Raymond Island, Fairy Dell, Colquhoun Forest and Lakes Entrance all less than an hour away.  Look at their website here.

Cycling - Gippsland

The beautiful and diverse landscapes of Gippsland contain popular cycling trails, just right for getting away from it all.  Enjoy cycling along a coastal track with magnificent sea views, before dining on fresh seafood in a local restaurant.

Outdoor Activities - Gippsland

Discover a broad range of land and water based activities across Gippsland. Get off the beaten track with two and four-wheel driving adventures available on seasonal roads throughout Gippsland's high country. Join an outdoor trail ride and see the beautiful countryside on horseback.

With an abundance of fresh and salt water in the region's lakes, rivers and coastal waterways, there are plenty of water-based outdoor activities to enjoy.

Boating and Sailing - Gippsland

Gippsland's vast expanse of lakes and rivers are ideal for all forms of boating. Visitors can explore the Lakes National Park and Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park, as well as portside towns with pubs, restaurants, picnic facilities, public jetties and marinas.

Boating options
If bringing your own boat, you'll find launching ramps, public jetties and boat storage. Some accommodation businesses (including Bellevue, Captain's Cove, The Moorings, Holiday Makers and McMillans) offer private jetty mooring for their guests. If you don't have a boat, try one of the charter yachts, cruisers or day boats – there are also good day cruises on offer.