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Things to Do  

Take the Wine Cruise

Take the Wine Cruise, Lakes Entrance

 percy961 Says:  On board you will be enjoying fine food, fine wines and all the tastes and flavours of our diverse Gippsland Region.Your skipper Tony, is a 4th generation seaman, a local character with a great sense of humour, he has extensive knowledge of the Gippsland Lakes area and it's... 

Soak in the sunset

Soak in the sunset, Lakes Entrance

 Restless-in-kl Says:  I think this is the best time of the day at Lakes Entrance. 

Cruising on the lakes

Cruising on the lakes, Lakes Entrance

 Restless-in-kl Says:  If you don't feel like skippering your own boat, go on a cruise instead with Peel's Lakes Cruises. Trip starts from 2-4.30pm and tickets can be purchased at the Lakes Entrance Information Center for A$35 per person. To board the ship, look for the jetty in town which is... 

Entrance to the lakes

Entrance to the lakes, Lakes Entrance

 Restless-in-kl Says:  This is why the town is called Lakes Entrance. You can view this when you cross over the footbridge to the 90 Mile Beach or take a boat cruise. 

Watching the wildlife

Watching the wildlife, Lakes Entrance

 Restless-in-kl Says:  I was watching these birds who were waiting in line so patiently for food to be thrown to me by fishermen who had just completed their day's catch. Of course, there was a food fight as soon fish were given to them! 

Day at the beach - 90 Mile Beach

Day at the beach - 90 Mile Beach, Lakes Entrance

 Restless-in-kl Says:  90 Mile Beach is a long strip of beach with soft golden sand and pretty strong waves. At Lakes Entrance, this is a good place to laze by the beach, get a tan, go fishing and take a walk.The sand was pretty hot though so you either walk with your shoes on or walk along the... 

Take a walk on the footbridge

Take a walk on the footbridge, Lakes Entrance

 Restless-in-kl Says:  We kept reading about this footbridge so let's check out what's so great about it. The footbridge actually spans Gippsland Lakes' Cunninghame Arm and takes us to the start of the 90 Mile Beach.As we walked along the footbridge, we saw many golden oldies fishing and having a... 

Buchan Caves

Buchan Caves, Lakes Entrance

 TravelBug_sg Says:  There are 2 caves - you may forgo the Royal Cave. The Fairy Cave is much nicer. 

Hotels  

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Hotels  

Cunningham Shore Motel: wait and see

Cunningham Shore Motel: wait and see, Lakes Entrance

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Breakfast by the Lake: Close to nature

Breakfast by the Lake: Close to nature, Lakes Entrance

 Restless-in-kl Says:  Breakfast by the Lake is a family home and running this B&B is a family affair. The house is custom built with wonderful views of the North Arm.Staying here was a peaceful, quiet experience that soothe away the stress of this city gal. We chose to stay on the upper deck of... 

Bancroft Bay Apts: Metungs Newest Accomodation

Bancroft Bay Apts: Metungs Newest Accomodation, Lakes Entrance

 lesaandbill Says:  One of the most impressive places we've stayed in Victoria. We splurged a little as it was our anniversary...and it was worth every penny. This flat/apartment was one month old when we stayed there...and it had all of the most modern, convenient amenities. It overlooked... 

Riviera Backpackers: Backpacker

Riviera Backpackers: Backpacker, Lakes Entrance

 rozehill Says:  Modern and convenient with bike hire, swimming poot, internet $17 Aust to $27 per nightSpacious rooms 

Restaurants  

Miriam's Restaurant: Charming dining at Lakes Entrance

Miriam's Restaurant: Charming dining at Lakes Entrance, Lakes Entrance

 Restless-in-kl Says:  Miriam's restaurant offers a friendly relaxed atmosphere. Food is freshly prepared using local produce like Gippsland beef, seafood and seasonally fresh vegetables.Centrally located on the Esplanade in Lakes Entrance with a great view of the lake. 

Ferryman's Seafood Cafe: Anyone for fresh seafood?

Ferryman's Seafood Cafe: Anyone for fresh seafood?, Lakes Entrance

 Restless-in-kl Says:  Our host at the B&B recommended that we dine at this restaurant for the best oysters. And it was great!Originally we had ordered just half a dozen oysters thinking that it would be enough. We ended up eating a dozen oysters, a main course, a dessert and wine.All for A$70 for... 

Central Hotel: Watch the Fishing fleet

Central Hotel: Watch the Fishing fleet, Lakes Entrance

 percy961 Says:  Local pub with very good Bistro. The Central Hotel Family Bistro is open for lunch and dinner every day of the week.On a hot day you might like to wander outside and enjoy your meal in our outside area, watching the fishing fleet ply their trade 

Miriam's: Don't miss the Fresh Seafood!!!!!! Scallops !

Miriam's: Don't miss the Fresh Seafood!!!!!! Scallops !, Lakes Entrance

 TravelBug_sg Says:  The ceilings are hung with chandeliers. There is a balcony for smoking, sipping cocktails while watching the sunset - see the pic below taken from the balcony. Prices are reasonable. E.g. Seafood platter costs A$35 or so. The Seafood Platter is TO DIE FOR! Desserts aren't... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Lakes Entrance. Water Dangers

Lakes Entrance.  Water Dangers, Lakes Entrance

 Chriselle65 Says:  I would just like to warn travelers about a couple of water Dangers.When swimming on the ocean beach, there are usually Life Saver Guards on duty. Swim within the flags they have set up on the beach, as the rip in the water can be quite strong and you may get into trouble if... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Trestle Bridge

Trestle Bridge, Lakes Entrance

 TravelBug_sg Says:  About 1km before you enter Nowa Nowa town, en route to Buchan Caves. PLEASE do not forgo this opportunity to see the 60 Foot bridge built long ago by Australian pioneers! Majestic view 

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 There are 2 caves - you may forgo the Royal Cave. The Fairy Cave is much nicer. 

 

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Q:  So i was thinking of camping in or around 90 mile beach for New Years, and i was wondering what people know about the free camp... 

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A: Have a look at this website. http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au/1park_display.cfm?park=108 it has some details. I know it gets quite busy at that time of year & would maybe... 

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Lakes Entrance

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 Must see Victoria's Gippsland. Lots of beautiful scenery. Lakes Entrance is a 4 hours' drive from Melbourne as well as from Canberra (it's in between Melbourne and Canberra). 

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Favourite Holiday Spot

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 Lakes Entrance is my families favorite holiday destination that is in Victoria. I have been holidaying there every xmas for over 30 years and my father spent his holidays there as a very young boy. We... 

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Lakes Entrance - Australia's Water World

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 Lakes Entrance : the name itself conjures up images of scenic beauty, lazy days, sailing on calm waters, serenity, breeze teasing the hair and warm sunny weather. Arriving at Lakes Entrance, we were... 

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The Town built around water

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  Lakes Entrance is situated at the tip of the Gippsland Lakes National Park which is a unique coastal formation comprising the largest land-locked lake system in Australia, protected from the Bass... 

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Lakes Entrance

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 Lakes Entrance is situated on the 90 Mile Beach overlooking Bass Strait. It is the entrance to the largest inland water way in Australia. Wonderful for fishing and a fantastic holiday destination. Eat... 

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