Gippsland Lakes

You’ve just found Australia’s largest inland waterway system and its surrounding hubs. Glistening streams, fishable rivers, tidal Lakes and the Ninety Mile Beach. Boat, swim, sail, canoe, kayak, fish; in fact you can experience just about any water activity your heart desires. The Gippsland Lakes are a network of lakes, marshes and lagoons covering 400sq km, and are separated from the ocean with coastal sand dunes. Bird and marine life thrive here, with dolphins and pelicans always high on the list of must-sees.

Top things to see and do

Raymond Island

For nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts, the Raymond Island Koala Trail is the perfect place to visit and spot wild koalas in their natural habitat.

Aerial photograph of an estuary mouth where a Gippsland Lakes meets the ocean at Lakes Entrance, featuring a sandy beach and a long sandspit - The Ninety Mile Beach. The image shows jetties extending into the sea, lush green vegetation along the shoreline, and multiple channels of blue water weaving through low-lying islands and sandbanks.

Ninety Mile Beach

Ninety Mile Beach

Ninety Mile Beach is famed for endless sands and ocean views. Swim, surf, fish, or walk, and enjoy sunset serenity and local wildlife along one of the world’s longest coastlines in scenic East Gippsland.

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Cruise the Gippsland Lakes

Scenic Gippsland Lakes cruises offer wildlife spotting, sunset views, and trips to charming villages like Metung and Paynesville, with expert guides sharing stories as you enjoy dolphins, pelicans, and lakeside serenity.

Raymond Island

Raymond Island Koala Trail

Hop on the quick ferry to Raymond Island and stroll or cycle the iconic Koala Trail, where cool koalas, echidnas, and other native animals appear among tranquil bushland—making every turn a new wildlife surprise!

Eagle Point

Mitchell River Silt Jetties

Drive to Eagle Point and walk or fish the world’s longest naturally formed silt jetties, a unique geological feature on the magnificent Gippsland Lakes.

Twin Rivers

Gippsland Lakes food & wine trail

Journey along through the lakes to enjoy boutique tastings and scenic vineyard views, where cool-climate wines, renowned seafood, and fresh produce shine. Lakeside eateries serve gourmet, seasonal dishes—showcasing the region’s best flavours from land and water in a relaxed setting.

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Lakes Entrance

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Metung

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Paynesville, Raymond Island & Eagle Point

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Twin Rivers

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St Marys Catholic Church Bairnsdale

Bairnsdale

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Lindenow

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Lake Tyers Beach

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