Gippsland

A diverse landscape like no other

Gippsland is one of Victoria’s most popular regions to visit, and it’s not hard to see why. With an abundance of walking and mountain biking trails, campgrounds and 4WD tracks, it’s the perfect place to get outdoors and enjoy nature.

An easy drive east of Melbourne, this expansive region is home to rugged coastline, lush forests, mountain peaks and alpine meadows. All of this space and variety means there’s plenty to explore and many hidden gems to discover. This region is also rich in history and culture, which is shared with visitors through many of the walking trails available.

Find your next scenic outdoor adventure below or take a look at what you can discover at Ninety Mile Beach Marine National Park or Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park.

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Popular attractions in Gippsland

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Thomson Bridge Campground

A new campground on the Thomson River with easy access to the attractions of the historic Walhalla area.

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Mt Taylor Trails

With uphill challenges, flowy descents and jumps, gaps and bermed corners, you’ll never be bored on the Mt Taylor MTB trails.

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Morning Star Walk

Immerse yourself in gold mining heritage and see historic sites and relics dating back to the mid-1800s.

Walking
A calm and picturesque swimming hole surrounded by trees
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Blue Pool

A popular camping and recreation area on the banks of Freestone Creek with direct access to the iconic Blue Pool swimming hole.

Camping Walking Picnicking
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High Country Backroad Tour - Nunniong Forest Drive

A leisurely forest drive that reveals the beauty and heritage of Bentley Plain.

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A view of the Channel Gorge with casuarina trees on either side
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The Channel Loop

This walk takes you down to The Channel, a beautiful gorge and one of the highlights of the Avon-Mt Hedrick Scenic Reserve.

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