Attractions
Mount Buller
Address: Mount Buller VIC, Australia .Mount Buller is a town located in the Shire of Mansfield in the Alpine region of the Australian state of Victoria. The town is located approximately 208 kilometres (129 mi) east of Melbourne on the slopes of Mount Buller. Mount Buller is primarily a resort town. It is popular with snowsports enthusiasts in winter due to its close proximity to Melbourne. At the 2016 census, Mount Buller had a population of 243.
Mansfield Zoo
Address: Mansfield Zoo, Mansfield-Woods Point Road, Mansfield VIC, Australia .Mansfield Zoo is one of North East Victoria’s hidden secrets, with a large collection of exotic and native animals on 30 acres of picturesque parkland featuring lovely views across the Delatite Valley to Mt Buller. Hand or spade feed many of the animals as you wander, including deer and kangaroos! Meet Hobbs, our mischievous capuchin monkey and Cybil the cheeky camel who loves to steal spades. Wander with Sammy, our friendly sambar deer, and Vicki the beautiful fallow deer, just some of the animals who will interact with you as you stroll around.
Delatite Winery
Address: Delatite Wines, Pollards Road, Mansfield VIC, Australia .Join Delatite Wines for wine tasting with spectacular views, vintners and cheese platters, produce, preserves and cellar-door-only wines. Located in the foothills of the Victorian Alps below Mt Buller, the Ritchie family are pleased to be able to share the landscape and vineyard experience with visitors and wine lovers alike.
Delatite Wines is a small, family run winery, established in 1968 by Robert and Vivienne Ritchie and now run by their son David, with the assistance of winemaker, Andy Browning.
Owing to its cool climate and sub-alpine location in the High Country, Delatite has a substantial European-influenced, winemaking style. Widely recognised for producing delicate white aromatics and elegant reds.
Bonnie Doon Hotel
Address: 1738 Maroondah Hwy, Bonnie Doon VIC 3720, Australia .The Bonnie Doon Hotel is located on the banks of legendary Lake Eildon. It is a short drive from Daisy Hill Lodge or a picturesque half hour walk along the Rail Trail and across the Bonnie Doon Rail Bridge. Bookings are essential during peak times..
Great Victorian Rail Trail
Address: Bonnie Doon VIC, Australia .The Great Victorian Rail Trail is one of the longest Rail Trails in Victoria and is world renowned for it’s diversity and amazing scenery that attracts visitors from all over Australia and the world. The Great Victorian Rail Trail, formerly known as the Goulburn River High Country Rail Trail is the longest and most scenic rail trail in Victoria with 134kms of trail to be explored.
High Country Maze
Address: 678 Piries-Goughs Bay Road, Goughs Bay Victoria, Australia .The maze itself is 40 meters x 40 meters and has 4 corners and main centre to find, along with other fun features along the way...
Mansfield Farmers Market
Address: Mansfield VIC, Australia .The Mansfield Farmers' Market operates in the High Street median strip near the Post Office on the 4th Saturday of the month February - December from 8.30am - 1pm. Meat, cheese, bread, fruit and vegetables.
Sheep Yard Flat
Address: Howqua Track, Merrijig, Victoria, 3723 .The locals say that after the valley was settled, shepherds yarded sheep on this flat at night keeping the dingoes at bay.
Walkers can enjoy the Howqua Hills Historic Walk with its self guided interpretive panels. This easy 1.5 hour return walk follows the Howqua River from Sheepyard Flat to Fry’s Flat.
Mansfield Country Races
Address: Midland Highway Mansfield Victoria .Mansfield, located in the heart of Victoria’s High Country, is recognised for its iconic horse men and women.
This historic and thriving town is situated in one of Australia’s largest recreational horse riding regions and the local love of racing dates back over 165 years. With Mt Buller, Lake Eildon, pristine rivers and magnificent bush land in close proximity, there is plenty for visitors to explore in addition to a great family day out at the picnic races.
The Mansfield District Racing Club hosts a Melbourne Cup Day meeting, known as “The Town’s Party” and the Hygain Mansfield Cup in April.
Mansfield Tourist Information Centre
Address: 175 High St, Mansfield VIC 3722 .The Visitor Information Centre is the best place to start your High Country visit.
Mansfield Mt Buller’s accredited Visitor Information Centre is located in the historic “Station Precinct” on the Maroondah Highway at the entrance to Mansfield. The centre is a fascinating architectural space, housing cultural and historic displays.
The Mansfield Mt Buller Visitor Information Centre provides information and booking services for local attractions, activities and accommodation options in the Mansfield Mt Buller region. Visit, call or email to speak to our knowledgeable, friendly locals for advice, personalised service and a warm welcome.
Bounty Restaurant Bonnie Doon
Address: 2 Phillip Street — Bonnie Doon, VIC —(03) 5778 7796 .We highly recommend The Bounty Restaurant for fine dining with an Asian inspired dinner menu. It is suggested that bookings be made in advance so as not to miss out on this great dining experience.
Craigs Hut
Address: Clear Hills Track, Mount Buller VIC, Australia .Craig's Hut is arguably the most famous High Country Hut. Perched atop Mt Stirling, Craig’s Hut offers stunning views of the ranges and is one of the regions most photographed landmarks.
First built as a set for The Man From Snowy River film, the hut has now become an iconic symbol of Australia’s settler history.
The Paps Walk
Address: Maindample VIC 3723, Australia .From Mansfield, travel 9 kms west along the Maroondah Highway to the sign “The Paps altitude 700m” and enter the farm gate opposite. Shut the gate and proceed across the private land to the next gate into The Paps Scenic Reserve. From here you can walk the vehicle track to the northern or southern Pap, from where you will have panoramic views over Lake Eildon, Mansfield, surrounding farmland and the ranges, including Mts Buller, Stirling and Timbertop.
Global Ballooning Mansfleld
Address: Mansfield VIC, Australia .Approximate 1 hour balloon flight over Mansfield - one of the world’s most picturesque flying regions. (standard sunrise & afternoon flights available) - 1800 627 661.
Kyak Rental
Address: 6 Grey Street, Jamieson, Victoria, 3723 .Start your Kayak adventure in Jamieson, located 30 minutes from Mansfield in the Victorian High Country, three hours from Melbourne.
The Caravan Park is on the Jamieson River, around the corner from the Goulburn River, and five kilometres from Lake Eildon (Goulburn Arm).
Offering a range of adventures depending on the skill of the participants, with great adventures for those who have never kayaked before to competent paddlers.
The kayak rental starts with an introduction to kayaking by thestaff. After that you have the opportunity to practise in the calm waters near the caravan park. Once comfortable the downstream adventure begins.
There are seven pick-up points that vary depending on river and lake water levels. With half-day trips ranging from two – four hours.
