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Introduction:
The Gippsland region stretches from just east of Melbourne all the way to the state border with New South Wales in Victoria's far east.
This extensive and diverse geographical area is renowned for its natural beauty. Visitors will enjoy hundreds of kilometres of spectacular coastline, picturesque rivers and lakes, forests and snowfields.
One of the region's top attractions is the Wilsons Promontory National Park, which consists of striking granite peaks and an array of local flora and fauna, forming the southern most tip of mainland Australia.
West Gippsland is characterised by lush, rolling hills and major dairy and farming industries. The Gourmet Deli Trail encompasses the area around Drouin, Warragul, Yarragon, Jindivick and Neerim South, featuring a varied collection of farms, vineyards, dairies and food outlets selling local produce and smallgoods where visitors can discover many culinary delights.
The Latrobe Valley, covering the area from Moe to Traralgon, is home to the state's massive coal mining and power generation industry. North of the Latrobe Valley are several large lakes and the spectacular mountains of the Great Dividing Range including the snow resort of Mount Baw Baw.
In East Gippsland, visitors will find rugged forest terrain, unspoilt beaches, and abundant wildlife. The Gippsland Lakes, which extend from Sale to Lakes Entrance, is the largest inland waterway system in Australia, and with over a million hectares of public owned parks in the area, it is the ideal location for bushwalking and water activities. Sandy beaches, fresh seafood and waterway cruises are just a sample of the attractions on offer.
Visitor Information Centres in this region.
Regional photographic features:
Regional tourist drives:
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Great Alpine Road A scenic journey between Victoria's high country, snow resorts and the rolling countryside of East Gippsland |
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South Gippsland coast The coastal towns and villages of the eastern side of Western Port, Bass Strait and around Wilsons Promontory |
Regional guides on other websites:
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Inspiring Gippsland Walks (external link) Some of the great and inspiring walks in Gippsland that capture the stunning beauty of this region including rivers, waterfalls, gorges, rainforests and fern gullies |
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Visit Prom Country (external link) Information about Wilsons Promontory including the national park, nearby towns, services and attractions in the region |
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Gippsland destinations:
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Bairnsdale Large city, Gippsland Lakes, Cathedral, game reserve |
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Bruthen Historic buildings, East Gippsland Rail Trail |
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Drouin Gourmet Deli Trail, gardens |
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Foster Wilsons Promontory gateway, gallery, museum, dairy centre |
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Golden Beach Secluded beachside town, 90 Mile Beach, ocean fishing, camping |
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Inverloch Beaches, scenic coastal drives, jazz festival |
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Kilcunda Rugged coastline, walking trails, beaches |
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Korumburra Coal Creek Heritage Village, cattle industry |
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Mallacoota Remote fishing village, beaches, forests |
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Marlo Sea-side community, Snowy River, Cape Conran |
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Metung Fishing and boating village, beaches, Gippsland Lakes |
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Mirboo North Strzelecki Ranges, brewery, Grand Ridge scenic road |
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Moe Gippsland Heritage Park, scenic countryside, lakes |
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Morwell Rose gardens, Power Works, lakes |
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Neerim South Tourist village, farming district, Tarago Reservoir |
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Noojee Toorongo Falls, trestle bridge, rivers, forests |
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Omeo Remote town, Alpine National Park, gold mining history |
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Orbost Snowy River, timber industry |
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Paynesville Gippsland Lakes, Raymond Island, boating, beaches |
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Sale Art gallery, game refuge, Port of Sale, lakes |
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Sandy Point Scenic coastal community, beaches, Wilsons Promontory |
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Seaspray Small village on 90 Mile Beach, fishing |
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Traralgon Large city, gardens, historic buildings |
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Venus Bay Holiday coastal town, surf beaches, Cape Liptrap Coastal Park |
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Walkerville Beaches, fishing, lime kilns, Cape Liptrap Coastal Park, lighthouse |
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Waratah Bay Quiet and secluded beach community, Cape Liptrap Coastal Park |
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Warragul Dairy capital, Farm World, arts centre, Gourmet Deli Trail |
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Wonthaggi Coal mining history, historic buildings, Cape Paterson |
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Yanakie At entrance to Wilsons Promontory, beaches, dairying industry |
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Yarragon Tourist village, Strzelecki Ranges |
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Yarram Historic buildings, Tarra Bulga National Park |
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