AROUND RIVIERA COUNTRY CARAVAN PARK
You will find all types of options at Lakes Entrance for activities. Lakes Entrance has Swimming, Surfing, Boating, Fishing, Golf, Mini Golf, Summer Carnival, the Winery, Indoor Aquatic Centre and much more to experience.
WATERWAY GETAWAY
Australia's largest and most beautiful inland waterways, the Gippsland Lakes are a network of lakes, marshes and lagoons covering over 600 square kilometres. The Lakes are separated from the ocean by coastal dunes known as Ninety Mile Beach. Bird and marine life thrive here, with lake dolphins and pelicans frequenting many locations.
DISCOVERY TRIAL BIKING
Sometimes called the Mississippi Trail. This trail follows an old tramway along the Mississippi Creek bed on this linking trail.
The Gippsland Lakes Discovery Trail is your connection between the East Gippsland Rail Trail and the oceanside town of Lakes Entrance. Hear the bellbirds calling and see the native wildflowers blooming in Spring. An old marble quarry makes for a perfect morning tea stop as you are encompassed by shrubby lined trails meandering through the bush landscape.
BUCHAN CAVES RESERVES
Buchan Caves were formed by underground rivers cutting through limestone rock. The formations are created by rain water seeping through cracks and dissolving some of the limestone. As each droplet comes through the roof it deposits calcite which crystallises in a small ring. In time, stalactites are formed on the roof of the cave, and stalagmites build up from droplets which fall to the floor.
Buchan Caves Reserve is 56 km north of Lakes Entrance (Melway ref: 529 D3). From Bairnsdale, drive to Bruthen and take the Buchan Road.
FISHING AT THE LAKES
We’re lucky enough to have the Ninety-Mile Beach right at our door step, which allows for great beach fishing throughout the year. The beach produces a variety of species, including salmon, tailor, mullet and sharks. Usually, the most popular species to target is the Australia salmon, due to their fighting ability and how easy they are to catch.
SURFING
Bang smack in the middle of the Bass Strait coastline, resides many pristine and uncrowded surf beaches. Red Bluff at Lakes Tyers Beach has left and right breaks over 1 metre high. Whilst Lakes Entrance has easy lapping waves with minimal crowds and supports the learning process.
Cape Conran Coastal Park’s Pearl Point is a gnarly section of coast with a rough and rugged surf beach perfect for the daredevils.
Salmon Rocks affords great left handers which peel down close to the rocks and requires skillful maneuvering on the way out.
Mallacoota is more than the abalone capital of Victoria, it’s well protected Bastion Point is a wonderful beach for beginner surfers.
CRABBING
Crabbing has become a major drawcard to Lakes Entrance as many people enjoy how easy it is. All you need is a hoop style net, rope and bait. Regular fresh chicken meat is best, but other baits such as fish frames are productive too. All you need to do is fix the bait to the bottom of the pot, place it in the water for half an hour, and then check to see if you have fresh sand crabs. This simple but effective method works wonders and keeps many people coming back to the town year after year.
A good tip when crabbing is to focus your effort on the start of the low tide and crab through the tidal cycle. Some people find better results at night, as the darkness can make the crabs more confident to go out and search for food.
GIPPSLAND WALKS
Enjoy a leisurely stroll and picnic among the beautiful ferns and trees of ancient rainforests in Gippsland. Discover magnificent alpine waterfalls and spectacular gorges, see native wildlife in their natural surroundings, and camp out under the stars on a multi-day hike. Make new discoveries around every corner and find inspiration for your next Gippsland adventure.
Follow pretty riverside trails that become gentle bay walks featuring wonderful panoramas of the southern ocean. Wander among giant tree ferns and across pristine streams in one of Victoria's last remaining patches of rainforest. Discover the stunning untouched beauty of Victoria's remote east coast as you walk the wilderness coast.
CARAVANING AND CAMPING
Pitch a tent or park your campervan in Gippsland's pristine wilderness or friendly coastal towns. Stay in a forest park or choose a holiday site with full facilities.
Gippsland is a caravan and motor-home-friendly region. Relax and enjoy the convenience of powered sites, recreation areas, covered camp kitchens, showers, toilets and washing machines, public dump points and gated security. Some sites have wireless internet, TVs, pools and tennis courts. Call ahead to secure your spot at peak school holiday periods.