Gabo Island
Gabo Island is rich in cultural history. This haven for plants and animals offers stunning landscapes with magnificent views of Croajingolong National Park. The lighthouse was constructed from 1858 to 1862 using the distinctive pink granite found on the island and is the only operating island lighthouse in Victoria. Tours of the 47-metre high structure […]
East Gippsland Historical Society Historical Museum & Resource Centre
Housed in the historic former Bairnsdale College, built in 1892, the East Gippsland Historical Society displays the unique history of Bairnsdale and surrounding district within its museum and grounds. The Society maintains a large collection of archival photographs and memorabilia, with seven rooms displaying a range of items with themes including music, kitchenalia, first and […]
East Gippsland Rail Trail
Location: Bairnsdale to Orbost Distance: 96 kilometres one way Track: Generally smooth dirt or gravel track Grade: Level One- Suitable for beginners and children. Level Two – Suitable for most ages and fitness levels Start: Howitt Park, McEacharn Street, Bairnsdale Finish: Burn Road, Newmerella. The trail ends at Newmerella, with an off road shared pathway […]
Croajingolong National Park
The majority of Croajingolong National Park remains closed due to fire, however, some visitor areas have reopened. For the latest information, visit www.parks.vic.gov.au. Named after the Aboriginal people of the area, Croajingolong National Park follows the far-eastern coastline of Victoria for 100 kilometres and features eucalypt forest, rainforest and heathland. Secluded coastal camping spots are […]
East Gippsland Art Gallery
Established in 1993, East Gippsland Art Gallery is the centre for visual arts in East Gippsland, celebrating the unique artistic spirit of the Gippsland region through a vibrant and dynamic program of art and cultural experiences for the whole family. East Gippsland Art Gallery are open to bold ideas, different ways of seeing, and championing […]
Cape Conran Nature Trail
The Cape Conran Nature Trail explores white sandy beaches, rock pools, boardwalks, banksia woodlands and lookouts. Turn off to follow the boardwalk around East Cape to Cowrie Bay where interpretive signs explain the Aboriginal significance of the coast. Climb the steps from the beach to take the trail through coastal heathland back to Sailors Grave […]
Cape Conran Coastal Park
Cape Conran Coastal Park near Marlo in East Gippsland has heathlands, wild ocean beaches and banksia woodlands brimming with nectar-feeding birds. A great park for water activities – enjoy swimming, diving, boating, fishing or rock pooling. Experience the park by foot on the self-guided Cape Conran Nature Trail or the magnificent Dock Inlet and Pearl […]
Buchan Caves Reserve
Buchan Caves Reserve on Krauatungalung Country, is highly significant to Gunaikurnai Traditional Owners due to its remarkable Aboriginal cultural heritage. Buchan Caves Reserve is one of the jointly managed parks within Gippsland. The Joint Management agreement recognises the fact that the Gunaikurnai people hold Aboriginal Title and maintain a strong connection to Country. Discover Victoria’s […]
Buchan Caves Guided Tours
Experience the extraordinary underworld of Buchan Caves on a guided tour of Fairy Cave and Royal Cave. It’s amazing to think that the elaborate limestone sculptures, calcite-rimmed pools and baroque stalactites and stalagmites have all formed through natural processes over thousands of years. A guided tour is the only way to see the awesome caverns […]
Bemm River Scenic Reserve
Bemm River Scenic Reserve protects a pocket of warm temperate rainforest, the drier eucalypt forest and other significant plant communities. The paved Rainforest Walk at the junction of the Bemm and McKenzie rivers enables visitors to experience a rainforest river valley, its secrets of survival and the creatures it harbours. Bemm River Scenic Reserve, or […]
