Eildon and surrounds has long been popular destinations for those seeking to take some time to slow down and escape the pace of city life. Pleasure boaters and fishing enthusiasts share holidays alongside those aboard luxury houseboats and families camping by the river. The vibe is relaxed, friendly and fun.
Surrounded by national parks and state forests and connected by pristine rivers, with the magnificent Lake Eildon as the centerpiece, this is the perfect place for 'family time' or 'me time'.
HIGHLIGHTS
LAKE EILDON
Lake Eildon has over 500km of shoreline and at full capacity can store six times as much water as Sydney Harbour! The lake is fed by clear mountain rivers and is surrounded by rolling hills, dense forest and open woodland. This makes it a favourite spot for boating and water skiing, fishing and bushwalking. The surrounding countryside is prized for its eucalypt forests, wildlife and fresh mountain air.
RUBICON VALLEY HISTORIC AREA
The Rubicon Valley Historic Area is home to stunning campsites, the beautiful Rubicon River and Falls and a series of spectacular trestle bridges set amongst remnants of the timber industry and the current hydro power system.
SNOBS CREEK FALLS
Snobs Creek Falls has a spectacular viewing platform that is fixed to a rock face on the side of the falls, jutting out in front of the rushing water. The vegetation around the falls contains a wide variety of ferns, mosses and fungi indigenous to the moist eucalypt forest environment created by the falls.
EAT & DRINK
Jamieson Brewery & Grill
The Jamieson Brewery has sat on the banks of the famous Goulburn River for over half a century. Being one of the first micro breweries in Victoria it has held a reputation for high quality ales and hospitable country charm.
Hosts Cameron and Patricia Storie offer their unique brews and a culinary experience to remember in a spectacular setting in Victoria’s High Country.
Come for a taste, or bring the family to enjoy the kids’play area while you relax with a refreshing brew and a meal on the deck overlooking the Goulburn River.
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Alexandra Open Gardens Weekend
Held each year in late October, the Open Gardens weekend celebrates the countryside at its most beautiful. Expect to see gorgeous spring blossoms and foliage, exotics and natives. Experience remarkable views, pristine air and a warm country greeting at each open venue.
Less than two hours from Melbourne, visitors are encouraged to plan ahead and allow two days to enjoy the gardens with numerous attractions at many venues.
STAY
BIG4 Breeze Holiday Parks – Eildon
With panoramic views of surrounding mountains, positioned right on the banks of the Goulburn River and just minutes from Lake Eildon, Breeze Holiday Parks – Eildon is a destination you’ll keep returning to.
Boating, swimming, canoeing, waterskiing and fishing are among a long list of water sports the area is famed for and if it’s not your thing, there’s a network of trails made for the keen hikers or mountain bikers.
Take your pick from cabins, powered or unpowered sites – some of which have riverfront views – and enjoy this lush natural setting that is Eildon. Make it a Breeze.