Top 39 things to do and attractions in Lakes Entrance

We visited Wyanga Park Winery for their Mexican Night dinner and were absolutely delighted! We found the winery easily using Google Maps, and from the moment we arrived, we were welcomed by the warm, rustic atmosphere. The venue itself is super cosy, filled with quirky artwork and creative touches that make it feel more like a hidden treasure than just a winery. The night was buzzing — clearly a favourite among locals and travellers alike — but the team handled the busy crowd beautifully. We started with a wine tasting, which was a lovely way to sample their range (highly recommend the whites!). It was a great way to ease into the evening and pick up a bottle or two for home. Dinner was the highlight — I had the chicken fajitas, and my husband had the deconstructed tacos. Both meals were fresh, generous in portion, and packed with flavour. You can tell a lot of love and care goes into their food. Despite it being Mexican night, the ingredients and presentation felt refined, not rushed. Another great touch is the little shop area where you can buy their wines, as well as local jams and artisan products — a perfect way to support small producers in the area. We will definitely be back next time we’re in Lakes Entrance. This is the kind of place you stumble across and immediately want to tell all your friends about. Whether you’re going for the wine, the food, or just to soak in the vibe, Wyanga Park Winery delivers.

Cute little place for a wine tasting and a bite to eat. Lovely staff and it was even better that they have a winery dog! So cute! I’ve been here a few times before for tastings and always love coming back. Thank you for having us. We had the baked Brie and Wyanga bread. So yummy!

Perfect weather for our lunch cruise. The winery itself was set was quaint, the staff particularly Jamie and Pommy John were attentive, friendly and knowledgeable making our meal and drinks all the more enjoyable. The cheesecake was amazing!

Really enjoyed our experience at the Wyanga Park Winery. Although we are not wine drinkers, we enjoyed a lovely lunch today and Devonshire tea, yesterday. We ordered the seafood chowder, which was recommended to us by the friendly staff and certainly didn’t disappoint. Lovely location, friendly staff and dog friendly also. Highly recommended.

What a terrific afternoon catching the boat across to Wyanga Park Winery. The scenic boat trip was a great lead in to an excellent lunch from some very welcoming hosts at the winery. The lunch was delicious! Highly recommend the dumpling soup and the seafood chowder. Enjoyed the wine tasting and our young host was excellent. Buy a bottle and borrow some glasses for the trip home 🍷

I organised a boat cruise and meal at the Wyanga Park Winery for 29 people the cruise was great. The meals and service were also great. Our waiter was very efficient. The Fish and Chips were the best chips ever. The photo is only part of meal as it was from shared plate. I would recommend Wyanga Park Winery to anyone who wants a great day out either do the cruise or drive there.

This was our 3rd or 4th visit to Wyanga Park Winery and Restaurant as a couple, and once again, it didn’t disappoint. The food is consistently excellent—no complaints at all. If anything, the hardest part is choosing what to eat because everything on the menu sounds so good! We started with the baked Brie to share, and honestly, it was incredible—so moorish we both agreed we could have happily had it as our main course. The dessert menu posed the same “problem”—too many fantastic options and only so much room! The service was warm, enthusiastic, and attentive, and the setting has that cozy, homey charm that makes you want to linger a little longer. We happily recommend Wyanga Park to anyone visiting Lakes Entrance and will absolutely return—again!

Fine dining in a beautiful beachside setting. We chose to enjoy the 3 course Chefs Signature Tasting. Each dish was exceptionally well thought out, and beautifully paired with an accompanying wine. Our host Mary was warm and friendly, and exceptionally knowledgeable on local food and wine. Chef and owner Nick was accommodating of my allergies, and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Highly recommend.

Ordered the signature set $65 pp. We were expecting a satisfying meal with delicious local seafood. However, we were disappointed. First of all, the portion was very small for each course and we both left the restaurant still famished. We just can’t wrap our heads around how we spent 100 over dollars on a meal and still be hungry. Secondly, we waited for 30 minutes in between each course and that really spoiled our dining experience. And I saw every customer around us waited for a long time for their food as well. The taste of the food was fine, not mind blowing but the seafood was fresh. However, I think the restaurant should have simpler cooking methods that highlight the beautiful quality of local seafood.

The staff were friendly & welcoming, food was amazing. We booked dinner and the atmosphere and lighting was very inviting. Would definitely dine again when back in Lakes Entrance.

Everyone recommended dinner @ Sodafish but it fell short on service and main course. I ordered the Taste of Sodafish, a 5-course tasting dinner menu! The starters were served so fast I had to tell the server to slow down - I upgraded to the wagyu steak stead of the catch of the day - Dory - and ordered it ‘rare’ but was served medium - later I learnt that because it was sous-vide, it was cooked medium … it would have been helpful to know this at the time of ordering or be advised if the temperature beforehand to make a better decision! Overall I was not impressed!

We were travelling back from Mallacoota to Melbourne and stopped for lunch. It was raining, windy and cold but the staff were so helpful setting up a table for three with a gas heater at the deck so we could eat with our dogs. The food was amazing and the staff were very attentive and friendly. A must for anyone who wants incredibly fresh seafood in a lovely setting on the water.

I celebrated my birthday at Sodafish, and it was an unforgettable experience. We enjoyed a 6-course meal called the Taste of Sodafish, with wine pairings for each course, while watching the sunset over the harbor. The view was stunning and made the evening even more special. Every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor. Our favorites were the octopus skewer, the fresh tuna crudo, the melt-in-your-mouth Black Opal wagyu scotch fillet, and the warm madeleine with honey parfait for dessert – a perfect ending. The food, wine, and atmosphere combined to create a celebration worth remembering. It was definitely worth it, and I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a fine dining experience by the water.

We visited for my birthday dinner. The atmosphere and location were beautiful, and the service was excellent. However, I found the food to be just average it was edible but not particularly impressive.

This afternoon, I decided to go for a short walk around Jemmy's Point after I finished my shopping at Lakes Entrance. This area has certainly changed a lot since I last visited. There is a sealed driveway up to the Lookout, parking, concrete and gravel pathways, viewing platforms, modern signage and a public toilet block. I also discovered that one of the walking tracks leads to Point Road and Hazel Road through some stunning cool vegetation and timber steps. It's not a long walk but it's definitely a scenic one with lots of opportunities to see The Entrance and the Gippsland Lakes.

Beautiful view of the lakes entrance but not much else to see or do there beside take a photo. 5 minutes tops for a visit.

Nice place to visit. There is BBQ & Toilet facilities so you can do picnic here. Highly recommended very beautiful views. Pics taken on 26/04/2025.

Great views of the river entrance and surrounding areas well worth the visit.

It was ok, the frame was cool but at a early morning time of day it's in the wrong light and difficult to see in a photo. There's toilets and a BBQ area which is a plus for a nice view and feed.

Worth a stop if you're passing or staying in Lakes Entrance. Great views, really well maintained picnic area, modern toilets and small park area.

Excellent views from Jimmy's Point Lookout. Restricted parking, only allowing between 6-8 vehicles due to some roadworks being carried out nearby. Pleasant locals who were very helpful.

Foods are good. Surcharge 10% on weekend. Price a little high. The milk shake and the waffle so níce.

What a peaceful, organised and refined place to have a Melbourne Cup breakie. Easy QR table ordering service and friendly staff. Situated overlooking the water and boats. A must visit. Could have a long bar table so single people have a spot and don’t take up a full table.

This place has beautiful, eye-catching decor with a marine theme that really sets the mood. The food portions are huge and well worth the price. I didn’t ask for chips, and they generously added more salad instead—a nice touch! The fish was delicious and tasted incredibly fresh, straight from the lakes. Great food and atmosphere.

A comforting breakfast in Lakes—just what we needed to start the day right. The food was delicious, the teas brewed from quality loose leaves, and the orange juice was spot on—fresh, bright, and full of flavour.

Great vibes and beautiful environment. Though it's overly hyped, touristy and a little too pricey. For $7 coffee, I'd also expect a decent size cup of coffee but received a flat white slightly bigger than an espresso.

Once we found this place on our recent trip, we went for breakfast each day and every time was sensational. Generous portions, and everything was very fresh and tasty. Great coffee and wonderful staff.

We stopped for hot drinks in the morning to check them out. For $14.50 we got two mugs. The flat white was 'light on flavour ', and the almond milk chai latte was insipid and tasteless! The only flavour was in the sprinkles ontop. It tasted like sweet hot milk. Very poor. Won't be back! P.S. Turns out they gave me cow milk in my chai latte, instead of almond milk, as an hour later I was violently ill. The service was not at all friendly, Infact the blond man behind the counter looked positively sullen! We all have bad days but when you're in Customer Service you have to put your Customer Service hat on - grin and bear it. After reading the 1 star reviews - we're very glad we didn't order food.

There was a wonderful large octopus on the outside of the building, making it easy to find. Located on the Esplanade opposite the water. Adequate free off street parking and street parking. The store was full of thousands of shells, crafts made with shells, jewelery, magnets, sea creature ornaments, tea towels, bags etc. There was a fee to proceed through to the model railway and aquarium - We didn’t do this part Overall we enjoyed our visit, but it was much smaller than we expected and it felt a bit run down.

A delightful shop that also serves as a maritime museum. It features many interesting exhibits, such as shells and souvenirs. You can spend a few hours here carefully examining all the displayed items. This place will appeal to both adults and children.

I visited this absolutely amazing place on Friday morning. Saw the horseshoe crab on the shelf, and purchased it immediately. The owners were very kind, helpful and packed it for me carefully. There are a lot of other beautiful shells as well. Will definitely be back next time when visiting Lake Entrance!

Our visit to this museum was a frustrating and disappointing experience. When we tried to purchase 6 children’s tickets and 1 adult ticket, the staff refused, claiming one adult could not supervise six children and that the kids might damage the exhibits. They insisted we buy an additional adult ticket, which felt unreasonable. When I asked if they even knew how old our kids were, a male staff member rudely responded, “I don’t know how old they are, but I know kids are always busy and need supervision.” This clearly showed a negative bias toward children, regardless of their age or behavior. For the record, only one of our six kids is below 7 years old and the others are well-behaved and mature. There was no clear policy displayed about the adult-to-child ratio or the age of children requiring adult supervision. This lack of transparency makes it feel arbitrary and unfair, leaving families at the mercy of staff who seem to make up the rules as they go. The entire experience was unfair, impolite, and poorly managed. Families, especially those with multiple kids, should avoid this museum as they have negative bias on kids. It would be better for them to show their policy clearly and publicly. I would not recommend this place to families.

A lovely spot to visit that has remained unchanged in years gone by. First visited about 20 years ago and visited again for the first time in April 2025 before coming back again in July. Absolute gem of a place. Incredible range in the shop and run by lovely people.

Small run family business, running over 60 years. Extensive collection of shells that you can purchase as well as gemstones and shell decor. The museum has a wonderful assortment of shells, specimens, taxidermy and interesting stories and contributors to the displays. Wonderfully friendly customer service. We always stop into The Griffiths Sea Shell museum eveeytime we travel to Lakes Entrance. There is always some to learn and discover.

Worth a visit if you are in Lakes Entrance. It has a collection of shells from around the world. Quite a good collection and some shells are surprisingly beautiful and large. It also has shark jaws on display and crabs, fish, crocodile, turtle taxidermy. Interesting place to visit. It also has a small railroad diorama. Entry is $10 for adults and $5 for children to be paid at the counter upon entry. Upon entering there is a shop as well which sells interesting shells, stones and other stuff. Would recommend this place.

Fantastic Aqua Park for those fit and or young. Must be a reasonably good swimmer to swim out to the obstacles and to stay safe. Day passes and shorter sessions were available.

Such a fun experience! We all really enjoyed this (adults and kids) and thought it was great value for money. The staff were all very friendly and welcoming too. We will definitely do it again next time we're in Lakes Entrance.

Terrible experience. This place is only for perfect swimmers — if you get into trouble, nobody will help you. The lifeguards have no idea what's going on, and the life jackets are basically just for show. On top of that, the water was dirty and smelled awful. Definitely not worth it.wish I can give negative rating.

Great fun for the whole family! Great viewing area for family members watching on shore. The staff were friendly and helpful. Highly recommended 👌

Buy your tickets online before you arrive. 50 min sessions sold. We pd about $90ish for a family of 4 ticket. It was so much fun!! It is not easy to get back on when I fell off but was a wonderful experience. Life jacket provided by them. Not wheelchair friendly ❤️

Nice relaxing experience on the paddle boats and the paddle bikes. Helpful staff. 2 adults and 2 kids on the boats and 2 on the bikes. You can also go on the adventure park. $25 per person for a 50 Min session on inflatables on water.

Family of four, with two kids aged 12 and 10. We booked an all day pass thinking we would get an early session in during the morning and then come back for a second session at the end of the day ….. the kids had other plans and stayed all day from 10am to 3pm. Brilliant value for money. Would highly recommend making a day of it and booking an all day pass. There is a bathroom and kiosk near by but would recommend bringing your own sun shade as well as snacks and water. Thank you for an awesome day on the water

What a stunning view of Lakes Entrance from the lookout! This is our third time coming back to the area, but it’s our first time visiting the lookout. The view is especially beautiful on sunny days or during sunset. We will definitely come back to this place!

Visited this lookout during a Sunday afternoon. Fantastic view of the inland lake networks and gives you a really zommed out view of the the lakes. Great place for a photoshoot with the family. Just be careful with the turns to reach this place, I found them little taxing.

The lookout has a modern new look which is quite attractive but still overlooks the actual entrance to the bays. It was interesting to see the sand dredges working away. The views are great on a nice clear day, the water is so clear, a great contrast to the sand of the islands. Plenty of parking for any vehicle, no toilets though. Entrance is opposite the blue tree.

Camera can't show how beautiful this area is. Just enjoy the stunning views in person. I don't know how to describe how beautiful it is.

Awesome pics during sunset infringement of our accommodation on the Princess Hwy in the heart of lakes entrance. Please visit not to explore, but for activity, water activity, water sports and fishing, and sailing

Excellent view. You CANNOT walk here from town as the path is currently closed. Heaps of parking, i can imagine it gets busy on weekends or holidays. See if you can spot the kangaroos on the island across from the lookout point

Good place to catch crabs and mussels. Got table and toilet for picnic. Sunset view pont

Nice cruise of about an hour on from Lakes Entrance to Metung and back. Ruined by really bad manered people wo live just for an social media post who won't hesitate to push children around for their perfect picture

Highly recommend Peels Cruise at Lakes Entrance! 🌊 We had such a wonderful experience — beautiful views, friendly crew, and a relaxing ride on the water. It’s a great way to explore the lakes, spot some wildlife, and enjoy the fresh air. Perfect for families, couples, or anyone visiting Lakes Entrance! 💙 Thanks to the Peels Cruise team for an amazing day out! 🙌

My husband and I really enjoyed our cruise with Peel’s Cruises. Amanda was friendly and welcoming when we booked over the phone, and then she remembered us when we met on the day to pay at the ticket office. The boat was comfortable. Our cruise was about 1 hour 15 minutes, and took us up as far as Metung and then back around and stopped in the sea entrance to the Lakes where we saw seals and dolphins swimming around in the water. The Captain gave a good commentary along the way, with just enough information, but not constant chatter. Highly recommend their cruises.

Absolutely breathtaking experience! So much fun. Lots of wildlife to look at. The staff were very friendly, coffee was great and facilities were clean. The captain went above and beyond and let my daughter steer the wheel, so thoughtful and rewarding! Lunch at Metung was delicious 😋 Plenty of time to eat lunch, have a couple of drinks and board the boat for the return trip back to Lakes Entrance. Highly recommended for all ages!

Friendly staff (esp Amanda Jane at the booking office and the boat crew), comfortable boat, clean amenities, interesting commentary. Lunch at the Metung Hotel was of high standard. We saw lots of sea birds, dolphins, seals and beautiful lakeside scenery. Relaxing and interesting 4 hours cruise. Thank you!😊

Had a great afternoon cruising on the 70km trip. When the sun was out you could stay on the balcony area or go inside if it got too cold. Toured all the way up to Lake King and got a good commentary from the captain along the way. Saw seals and pelicans on the tour. Really enjoyed it!

Thank you so much for your professional service Roger. We absolutely enjoyed our cruise to the Winery today. Informative, friendly guide on a beautiful day cruising Lakes Entrance. Doesn’t get much better than that. Great value for money.

This is the best adventure we had during our stay in Lakes Entrance. John and Bernadette are very friendly and very helpful. The duration is about 90min and you can ride about 5km even on the beach as well. John takes nice photos of individuals and groups. This ride is really worth for money and highly recommended attraction in Lakes Entrance.

It was our first time experiencing Segway. John was very funny on how he provided the instructions and made is very easy for myself and my family. We have done various activities in Australia including Quad bike in New Castle, the best part with Segway was that it was not rushed through the fun. We were given approx 2 hours for the segway fun and we went through grass, concrete, sand and dirt road and watched beautiful scenery on the way. It was a memorable experience and we all loved it. My suggestion would be to book in advance as this will be very popular during peak season.

We went on a Segway tour around Lakes Entrance with Lakes Entrance Segway Adventures. It was a fantastic experience. It was easy to book online and they provided great service from the confirmation to the end of the tour. The orientation was thorough but fun. It was much easier to ride the Segway than I thought it would be and even with the odd issue we all had a great time. It was a great way to get a look around the town and the beach. I would definitely recommend this experience.

Absolutely loved the experience. Bernadette and John really pour their heart into this experience. Very thorough and friendly couple who ensures you are having a good time while maintaining the safety of everyone. So worth the time and money. A must do thing. Quick Tip especially for Adults: Cherish your inner child here. Bring that excitement out like a child does when trying something fun 🤩. Follow the instructions clearly and use this opportunity to connect to the nature and those in the group. Thank you to you two for such a wonderful experience ☺️

This was hands down one of the best experiences my daughter and I have had on a trip. It was just the two of us on the Segway tour, and John made it feel like a private adventure. John was super friendly, patient, and had us riding like pros in no time. We cruised through the beautiful Lakes Entrance scenery, stopped to admire swans and their adorable baby cygnets, and even snapped some great photos. But the best part? John taught us how to do the Titanic pose on the Segways—yes, arms out, wind in our hair, full dramatic effect. It was hilarious and unforgettable! John’s local knowledge, relaxed vibe, and sense of fun made the whole experience feel really special. If you're in Lakes Entrance and want something unique and memorable—this is it. Huge thanks to John for an amazing day!

So much fun, wasn’t sure I could do it but gee it was pretty easy to use! The owners are fantastic and even take a great pic or 2…. Highly recommend, great activity and not something you can do ‘everywhere’!

Sadly didn't get to do this tour that I'd booked months ago. As a storm was for Sun 26 Oct, I tried to change my booking to Fri 24 Oct instead. But no, couldn't, the long response I got in the call from Bernadette was ... too far to travel ... too expensive, don't cover costs ... too many renos going on ... usually ok ... Dan Andrew's fault ... didn't know how to confirm a cancellation ... only got two others in the afternoon ... The list went on and on. Sorry Bernadette but none of the above is a customer's problem. You offer a service and the option to cancel with full refund because of bad weather. But you're not available to cover a change of date. You need to add a seasonal note so that travellers like us from Western Australia are aware that you don't operate under certain circumstances. Thankfully I have now been advised of the refund. We were so looking forward to this tour having done Segway tours elsewhere. Very disappointed indeed. UPDATED TO RESPONSE FROM OWNER ... what would have been the point of going in the afternoon when we clearly requested by email to change to Fri or Sat? The forecast was worse for the arvo!! Plus, what if someone else wanted to do a tour on Fri or Sat? You say "no" and give them all the reasons you quoted me? Your business is entitled Lakes Entrance Segway so one would assume that's where it's run and available from.

Very nice ladies when I visited. Really pleasant, very informative and knowledgeable. Love to chat! Keep up the good work. Thanks

A nice place. Sell fridge magnet as souveniors. Calendar available here!

Manned by very enthusiastic knowledgeable and welcoming individuals. So pleased I popped in to see them as the wealth of background information made such a difference to choices for where as a differently abled person I could go with confidence. Can't thank these ladies and gent enough.

Friendly staff and lots of info on things to do as well as some souvenirs

Lakes Entrance is a coastral town in east victoria. This place is must see tourist attraction for lakes and long drives.

Beautiful area. People were helpful at the information centre.

Staff are very friendly & helpfully

What a lovely beach, and clean too! You get to it over the footbridge from the Esplanade, which does mean that the beach is quieter as it’s too far for some folk It’s a bit early in the season a it was cooler today and a bit of a wind so a warmer jacket was needed by me but people were still in the water. There’s a good walk up or down the beach so you can certainly get your steps in. I can’t confirm that the cafe is open or what condition the toilets were in.

Very beautiful beach and perfect sunset observation spot.

Natural places always have my heart in a chokehold it seems. Came back the evening before we were due to return back home just to see the blazing natural sunset. Restrooms are available in you require that information. (And showers/ drink taps). The place where the land, sea and sky met evoked a purely magical feeling of spiritual peace never before felt by myself.

It's a clean tidy, well maintained, very nice beach in lakes entrance. Popular for swimming, jet-skiing, sunbathing, fishing etc. Located not too far from Lakes Entrance esplanade, it's worth spending some time here on a hot/sunny day.

A Majestic Retreat at Lakes Entrance Beach: Nature's Power Unleashed ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Lakes Entrance Beach is a true masterpiece of nature, a place where the untamed power of the ocean meets the tranquility of the sandy shores. From the moment we set foot on the beach, we were captivated by its raw beauty and the endless expanse of sparkling blue waters stretching as far as the eye could see. As the waves crashed against the shore, their thunderous roar resonated in our hearts, reminding us of the unstoppable power of the Creator. The sheer force and magnitude of the waves left us in awe, filling us with a sense of reverence for the natural world. It was a humbling experience to witness the unyielding strength of nature firsthand. The beach itself is a haven for both adventure seekers and serenity seekers alike. We spent hours exploring the sandy coastline, feeling the soft grains beneath our feet as we walked along the water's edge. The cool breeze gently brushed against our skin, carrying with it the refreshing scent of saltwater, invigorating our senses and rejuvenating our spirits. Surrounded by picturesque scenery, with rolling hills on one side and the vast ocean on the other, Lakes Entrance Beach offers a visual feast that is simply breathtaking. The azure blue of the water seamlessly blends with the clear sky above, creating a canvas of vibrant colors that is nothing short of mesmerizing. We couldn't resist taking a dip in the cool, inviting waters. The waves were strong, providing the perfect playground for those seeking an adrenaline rush. We laughed and splashed, feeling the energy of the ocean coursing through our veins. It was a moment of pure joy and freedom, a memory that will forever be etched in our minds. The beauty of Lakes Entrance Beach is not limited to its shores alone. The surrounding area is teeming with lush vegetation and captivating wildlife, adding to the allure of this coastal paradise. The calls of seagulls soaring gracefully above and the occasional sighting of coastal birds added to the enchantment of our experience. In conclusion, Lakes Entrance Beach is a true gem that showcases the awe-inspiring power and beauty of nature. Whether you seek adventure, serenity, or simply a place to connect with the natural world, this beach has it all. Our visit was a testament to the incredible wonders that await us in the great outdoors. So, grab your loved ones and embark on an unforgettable journey to Lakes Entrance Beach, where the boundless waves and breathtaking scenery will leave you in awe and remind you of the unstoppable force of nature.

Always enjoy the wonderful beach in Lakes Entrance. It’s definitely an amazing experience to enjoy such spectacular ocean views. It’s amazing to walk on the beach with so soft and clean sand.

Great beach for a body board, lots of shells, beautiful outlook, with as far as your eye can see just water, sand and sun. Perfect day out walking across the bridge, kids loved it.

We had an amazing experience with Lonsdale Eco Cruise at Lakes Entrance! Mel was so lovely and accommodating throughout the whole trip, making sure everyone was comfortable and having a great time. The homemade scones she served were absolutely delicious – definitely a highlight! A big thank you also to her husband, who was a fantastic guide. He was so knowledgeable and made sure we got an incredible close-up view of the seals, which was such a special moment. Highly recommend this cruise to anyone visiting Lakes Entrance!

Seeing the Lakes Entrance inlet and lakes with Lonsdale Eco cruises was so enjoyable. Their boat gives in & outside options to sit, you can get warm beverages to enjoy, and I loved watching the coastline and wildlife from the upper deck. Midway we had Mel’s delicious scones, and I heart so many interesting facts about the ocean, lakes and animals in this stunning area of Gippsland. Thank you for the lovely time, I can recommend your tour to everyone💕

If you only do 1 cruise in Lakes Entrance, this is the one to do. The captain is very knowledgeable and gives very informative commentary. We saw seal's and a large kangaroo, plenty of bird life which the captain is also very knowledgeable about and points out many places of interest. The scones for afternoon tea are absolutely delicous, the only problem with them is ...... 1 isn't enough. Was a wonderful afternoon, would highly recommend 👌

Fantastic family fun. We had a wonderful tour of the lakes entrance and beyond. We saw seals, birdlife and the stunning scenic views. Melinda made the most beautiful scones I’ve ever tasted and especially with going the extra mile for my wife making her own gluten-free scone. Thank you for making our experience so wonderful highly recommended to all

A great experience aboard the Lonsdale. Tony was highly knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the Lakes area. Mel was super friendly and made the world’s best scone. Love that it’s a local family business and the sights speak for themselves. Highly recommended.

​Had a fantastic day with Lonsdale Eco Cruises. We saw seals, and Tony was great with his commentary. The scones were delicious. Highly recommend taking this tour.

This eco cruise is a must do if you're visiting anywhere near Lakes Entrance. Melinda was fantastic in letting us know that she had enough people for the cruise to go ahead. Mid winter, so not too many tourists around. Captain Tony gave an excellent commentary on the history of the lakes as well as the flora and fauna. He's clearly passionate about what he does and the areas conservation. We saw seals, dolphins, lots of bird life and kangaroos. Wow, Mel's scones were 11/10! She also had tea (including herbal and fruit teas) and coffee which you can help yourself to at any time. An all round excellent trip which I'd recommend to people of all ages. Thanks for making our day so spectacular Tony and Mel :-)

The most innovative mini golf experience we have ever had. Its so much fun and exciting to see how each course worked. Went during April school holidays. No fuss lots of people but no queueing. Just play what ever hole you wanted to or whatever was free you pick the order you want to play. 18 holes all together.

Wild fun! We've been to loads of courses across Victoria and this takes first place for being the most innovative and interactive! We stayed to play both courses and the lolly shop has so many treats too! Fabulous gardens that are clearly well taken care of. And plants for sale?! What a jem!

Absolutely amazing mini golf and best owner always happy and best range of lollies iv ever seen and definitely best mini golf I have ever played small family run businesses deserve more credit as should this one!! Owner was definitely friendly and for someone who does it everyday definitely kept this experience of mini golf enjoyable!! 10/10

Went with 2 friends and had a great time amazing customer service, such a unique golf course was an all around good time, lovey stuff especially Sue

This is an awesome mini golf park, with two separate 18-hole courses. It's probably the best I have ever been to. After each round, you get the chance to win an ice cream or lollies. Be careful though there is also a full on lolly shop.

We took the kids here to have a game of mini golf. Very well set up and the kids enjoyed the time they spent here. The lollie shop with the many different varieties lollies was great. Very kind of the owners to set up the 19th hole(the clown) to treat the kids after a great time playing. The staff were great and very friendly and helpful. Thank you. I highly recommend as it is the best one the kids have played at.

Kids will have a great time at this place. There are some awesome golf courses here! It was very interesting and very creative for the kids, they really enjoyed it. They spent two hours there, which is a lot for them at this kind of game. Also, the staff was very friendly, especially to our 2-year-old. You win something after every game - candy, ice cream, or another free game. We highly recommend it!

Good place to rent Kayaks and you will be provided life jackets. You will be on your own on the water as there’s no one to watch how you do it. It would be great if some supervision could be provided while the people are on water.

My husband and I went stand-up paddling for sunset for the first time with Venture Out, and it was an amazing experience! Our guide, Sarah, was absolutely the best and legend!. She is patient, friendly, and very skilled at teaching beginners. She gave clear instructions on balancing and paddling, and made sure we didn’t take an unexpected dip in the lake! The 2-hour session was totally worth it. We even got to spot some seals 🦭 during our paddle such a beautiful bonus! Highly recommend Venture Out and especially Sarah for anyone wanting to learn paddle-boarding safely and have a great time on the water. A special mention to Sarah’s lovely mum, Lynn, who was part of our learning crew she was so warm and encouraging, truly our little cheerleader on the water. 💙

We absolutely loved our first family kayaking experience with Sarah from Venture Out Lakes Entrance. Absolutely professionals with their instructions, and knowledge of the local area, equipment was outstanding and price sensational, I highly recommend for any age or fitness level. Not only did we get to experience beautiful scenery from a different perspective we got up close and personal to a seal and the kids adored paddling along with the jellyfishes. Thank you Sarah for helping make beautiful family memories that my children will cherish forever. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

As kayak beginners, we were lucky to have Sarah guiding us through the experience. All the staff were super friendly. Sarah captured some amazing photos of us with the beautiful sunset in the background. Highly recommend the sunset kayak tour for all beginners!

We had an unforgettable adventure with Venture Out in Lakes Entrance! We booked the Kayak to Wyanga Winery trip and were thoroughly impressed from start to finish. Even though we made some last-minute changes, the team was incredibly accommodating. The kayaks were top-notch, and the route was just the right distance—perfect for our group of families with kids ranging from 9 to 14 years old. Every single one of us had an absolute blast. The scenery was stunning, and we were lucky with some great weather. We can't recommend Venture Out highly enough and will definitely be back for more adventures when in the region again.

Took my bikes in for some advice and the service was spot on. Nothing was a problem even though I asked a heap of questions. It will be my go to shop for bike boys from now on.

Such a fabulous experience, loved having a kayaking tour with Sarah she was so informed and made us feel comfortable every step of the way. We loved seeing the lakes from this perspective. Gave us so much useful local info. Also made sure to offer to take photos of us! Bought some great snorkelling gear from her as well.

Nice spot for some good craft beer and feed leading to lake bunga beach. Pizza was ok and the burger was good. Nice and relaxed place with resident Chief Feline Officer, Ruby keeping a watch on things.

Enjoyed my beers here. Fav was Pilsner and the IPA. Got some take aways also. Bbq chicken pizza was good for lunch also.

Amazing little brewery! The service and staff were fantastic, beers great and the Tropical Chicken burger was quite possibly one of the best I've ever had. Honestly tops 90% of any burgers in Melbourne

Delicious food with so many options, from pizza and burgers to fish tacos all looked amazing. But the main event the beers are all Delicious, I recommend the tasting paddle to try as many as you can.

This brewery is just off the main street. We found this by accident, and it's EXCELLENT!lovely beer very friendly and professional staff. We tasted all the nine testers and purchased few of them for our friends as well. Live music was an add on 👍 definitely recommend this place❤️

Amazing little brewery, definitely worth a stop if you’re in the area when they’re open. Friendly and helpful staff, good food (I had the locally caught whiting and chips) and delicious beers. Shelly Beach Pilsner and Pine Passion Sour were stand outs for me!

Great brewery! Atmosphere and decor was nice - typical coastal brewery. Really loved the Red IPA, South Coast IPA and Milk stout were so good!

This bridge allows all people to check on the beach side in Lakes Entrance. If you don't cross the bridge, you can only see the island in front, not the ocean beach. So this bridge is very useful.

This bridge is certainly the most direct way to access the beautiful Ninety Mile Beach. For us, it felt more like a functional walkway than a scenic attraction in its own right. It gets you where you need to go, but visitors might consider if the crossing is the destination.

My first time visit to the Cunninghame Arm footbridge and doing the loop walk. It was a beautiful afternoon for a walk through the forest and back over 90 Miles Beach. I did it in 2 hours. Around the bridge are many black swans and I had my lunch watching them. A lovely bridge that connects the Esplanade with this stunning area. The walk is worth it with many beautiful views and historic information. There is also a lovely cafe at the start of this walk.

Crossing the Lakes Entrance footbridge is like embarking on a grand mini-adventure ... minus the need for hiking boots or a life raft. As you step onto this iconic structure, you’ll feel a sudden surge of excitement, as if the beach itself is calling you with promises of golden sands and soft sea breezes. The bridge is a masterpiece of sturdy engineering, proving that unlike the London bridge, there will not be a song about falling down. Whether you're power-walking, ambling, or attempting a dramatic slow-motion run, the footbridge has your back—and your feet. From the center of the span, you’re gifted with postcard-worthy views of boats cruising through the channel on one side and sand dunes gently sloping into the waves on the other. And at sunset? Well, let’s just say you’ll be hard-pressed to resist taking a photo, possibly causing a minor traffic jam as fellow Instagrammers pause mid-bridge for that perfect shot. For those who like to fish, the sides of the bridge are perfect for casting a line. Just be ready to strike up a conversation with a local fisherman who’ll gladly give you tips—whether or not they actually help your fishing skills is another story. In short, the Lakes Entrance footbridge isn’t just a pathway; it’s an experience. Five stars for making the mundane act of crossing water feel like a treasured adventure. Don’t forget to wave at the seagulls; they’re practically part of the welcoming committee.

This bridge is a landmark in Lakes Entrance and the surrounding area is beautiful to watch.

The Foot Bridge is a great link between the town of Lakes Entrance and the beach. A great location to take in views of the ocean and water ways and have a picnic and when finished enjoy the currently under construction children’s playground. Also good views back toward the town.

What a great bridge to walk over. So much to see and do here. We have walked over it several times. Cafe and toilet block when you get to the other side plus a beach. There is also a good 5km return walk that you can do there.

From here you can see the bar that’s mesmerising to watch

Bullock island is a great place in lakes entrance with jetties/pier for fishing & crabbing etc. There's a nice beach (just before the newly reconstructed bridge) on the right side while entering the island, which is popular for fishing, jet-skiing, swimming etc. Lakes Entrance is certainly one of the most beautiful, must-visit holiday destinations in Australia. We have visited this place many times and still find it fascinating.

Also known as Reeve Landing or Jetty. Went here for the second time and it has changed a lot from then. They have concrete road and decent car parking now. Although there’s some more development happening I hope that next time we come will be a lot better and have some seats and picnic areas on the grassy part. Anyway, we come here to do crabbing as this is quite popular for this place. Everyone can cast their nets and be surprised to see their catch, mostly sand crabs that you’ll get from this place. Nice to come here during sun set bring your camping chair, relax and watch the sun set! Make sure you bring the legal nets for crabbing and return the small crabs on the water. Mussel collection here will need lic from fisheries apparently.

pretty place with great crab catching

I’ve been camping there it is so beautiful and peaceful specially at night when you can hear the rolling of waves hit the sand and the rooring of the sea sounds so peaceful and beautiful it puts me to sleep I love it there at Bulletin island

One of my fav spots in lakes entrance. Crabbing, Watching pelicans and seeing dolphins. Has so much to offer

No dolphins were spotted, the view was nice

Our waitress was so lovely, friendly and accomodating. Showed a lot of pride in her job ..we might steal her . I hope her career is in hospitality! Food was clean, generous and bloody delicious. Highly rec and def be back!

Absolutely the best Thai food we’ve had in Australia! From the very first bite, we knew we’d be coming back. The chicken wings were addictive, the panang curry rich and aromatic, and the pad Thai perfectly balanced and packed with flavour. Every dish was comforting, delicious, and deeply satisfying. Five stars without hesitation!

Nice looking ambience when you arrive, but it was chaotic as there's no obvious demarcation between dine-in and take-away, and the staff were smashed busy, so I wasn't the only confused person in the queue. There seemed to be one guy in the kitchen directing traffic, which created bottlenecks, and while there were tables in the main area, I was sent to a covered area out the back which lacks the vibe of the dining room. The waitress was unable to immediately answer most questions, but she was new with a positive attitude, so that was fair, we all start out somewhere! What was strange was being able to order food via the waitress, but not drinks. For those, you either use the QR code on the table or go to a window, and I think pay cash (that might have been a misunderstanding on the waitresses part?) I used the QR code and was directed to an ordering website I've not seen before, which is always concerning given the details you're handing over. Anyway, drinks and then food arrived and it was okay. I had the chicken with cashews and veggies, which is my staple at a new Thai place. I also ordered jasmine rice but received coconut rice. If it hadn't been so busy, I'd have asked for the swap, but it wasn't a tragic substitute with my main. That glitch aside, the flavours aren't going to offend, but they didn't take me back to Bangkok, either, hence the three-stars.

This is a Thai restaurant, very delicious, I ordered beef salad and prawn noodles,

Love that it’s attached to the pub. We ordered spicy prawn stir fry & two serves of rice. Was a perfect meal, good number of prawns. Waitress was lovely. Enjoyed sitting by the round window watching the light fade

Went a few months ago got thai beef salad raved about it . Went back tonight and ordered 2 told a mate how great it was . We opend the bowls and they were barely half full check the photo what a joke hopefully they go out of business and someone less stingee does thai there.

We arrived in Lakes Entrance late Friday night and decided to try Nick's Thai. When we arrived the atmosphere was busy, fun and adjoined a bar where we enjoyed a chat with the bar staff whilst waiting for our food. We ordered sizzling Mongolian Beef, Red Duck Curry, Rice and Salt and Pepper Squid. I was beyond disappointed with the Mongolian dish on first inspection as it was 90% vegetable with very little meat that was not sizzling. The Red Duck Curry was nice but contained small morsels of meat, not even 10 pieces. We love Thai food so know what we were supposed to get. We spent approx $30 per dish which is expensive, so we're not happy with the lack of meat. I am not exaggerating and it completely ruined dinner since we paid $124 for not much food. I do not understand how you can serve that at the price point offered. Food was nice but lost its appeal with the lack of meat.

Standard pub fare here, if you just want something simple, that is okay and not expensive, then this is a place for you. The menu is limited, but standard Aussie fair such as Parma’s, Chicken schnitzels that type of thing is available. There are vegetarian options for those who need that. The staff were really lovely and the drinks are reasonably priced. Clean and tidy and a nice environment to eat in. Access for those in a wheelchair is not a problem.

Great complex. Bar staff were bright, cheerful & friendly. Meal was so quick being served it almost arrived before I ordered it ... which is not always a good thing when you order the roast of the day. Clearly reheated in a microwave evidenced by the fact the crispy roast potatoes as advertised were far from it & the lamb was slightly tough BUT the gravy was divine & there was plenty of it so I left happy

Disappointing to say the least. Firstly just want to say that the bar staff and service staff were fantastic but on this occasion were let down by incompetence in the kitchen. Both ordered the grilled fish. Both not cooked. Raw in centre. Meals were replaced and quite frankly whilst cooked OK the second time the meal was not well presented and way overpriced compared to similar dishes we have ordered in our travels.

Good size meals in particular the porterhouse steak was nicely cooked. Chips were ok some were cold. Be careful when ordering chips and veg as you will get charged more which is fine however the portions are big. Definitely worth a visit as always is busy.

Great food and service. All the staff have a smile on their face and were happy to help in any way. Highly recommend this place for a meal, especially with a family.

The food was inferior. Great salad and chips but don’t get the Friday special. The staff member who dealt with our complaint was rude, bordering nasty. We paid extra for the “non-special” to be cooked instead, so we could eat it. In hindsight we should have insisted on a refund and eaten elsewhere. While waiting for my (replacement) meal to be cooked I watched the staff member stand over an older lady telling her that the “chef said there’s nothing wrong with it!” and insisting she try her meal while he stood over and watched her. So intimidating. It put such a damper on our day, we regularly choose a different lunch venue in Lakes Entrance and so far have never been disappointed, nor treated badly and we only have a finite number from which to choose so we go multiple times to each. Don’t worry LEBC I won’t be back. If that’s how you treat people who live in your town and who know that they’re being fed inferior food disguised as a “special” why would anyone go there for a meal? You can do so much better.

The staff were lovely. Not your ordinary menu. I was surprised when I ordered the scallop and chorizo risotto. It tastes every bit as good as it looks. I hope they keep this on the menu permanently. They also have breakfast pancakes and the coffee is excellent, it even comes in those fashionable cups that gourmet cafes use.

Down the main road, we were looking for breakfast on a Sunday morning. This place seemed busy, so I gave it a try. Firstly the staff are so friendly and respectful and a real positive to the overallexperience. We had the bacon and egg sandwich, and it was delicious plenty of bacon. I wanted a second one. The coffee was just ok for me. I ordered a latte, and it was really milky. The beans used are good, but the coffee didn't stand up to the name of the place. It's not a deal breaker for me. I would go back for the food but would try coffee elsewhere first.

The staff were very accommodating! My wife had a soy cappuccino, and I had a soy chai latte — we both really enjoyed them. We also loved the warm banana muffin!

This café is a real gem in Lakes Entrance! I was immediately impressed by the super friendly team and the delicious, affordable food options. I ended up eating here two days running—the coffee is consistently good. While the order taking and payment process is a touch slow (due to what looks like an older till system and manual order writing), the overall experience is lovely and well worth the wait. A great bonus: they happily accept Amex.

Food was very good, only downside was the turkish bread could have been toasted a little longer, so it did not go soggy. Banana smoothie and spiced chai were excellent. Service was fantastic, friendly, pleasant, and very helpful, even though they were extremely busy on this Easter Saturday. Would definitely come back.

Felt scammed on the 7th September - unless the menu is deceiving and requires an update. A toast advertised with 4 standard fillings is advertised for $10.5 x 3 people. The staff asked for $15+ x 3 people approximately on father day. When trying to discuss they advised that any filling including the standard ones are extras. This is not what is in the menu. And i ordered the same 5 days ago and was charged $10 per toast 5 days ago. I can expect a 10-20% surcharge on father day, but not 50%. I have been to bloody good coffee for a couple of years- and i felt it was great food, nice people and staff. But, something is not right there. Recommend to change the menu to clearly and explain how you charge your customers - unless, i was scammed on this day. i do not think i will come back unfortunately. If customers know what they will have to pay and matches the menu - more or less - this place can be 5 stars. Not sure what is happening there.

I came here at the beginning of 2023 and loved this cute shop. But I came back now in October because it has such a nice vibe. The coffee lives up to the name and the food is fabulous. I wish I could go here everyday. The staff here are very friendly and have a kind atmosphere about them. Such a yummy variety of food to choose from and it did not disappoint. It reminds me of my family coffee bookshop in New Norfolk in Tassie. Hope to come back soon.

Opening hours should perhaps be adjusted to allow staff to set up. Either that or please wake up earlier & get in earlier to set up. Had to wait past the opening hours stated, for this reason. Breakfast is simple but tasty. It was nice to have traditional basic pancakes with a ball of ice cream that had a beautiful vanilla flavour with maple syrup. A nice change from the over the top pancakes in Melbourne. The toastie was cut in little triangles. Cute.

Amazing fish and chips . The fish was really fresh which is a must 🥹. Also the stuff was really nice , I asked if they can put only chicken salt on my chips and he did it with care , not to over salt my chips 🙌. And the price was really fair

Ordered online and picked up 10 mins later. Fantastic! Chips and gravy were great on a cold windy day. Calamari was fresh and battered in the shop. Potato cakes or scallops if you're from the north were top notch too. I will be back soon

Fish is rubbery. Chips were burnt. Calamares taste disgusting. Such a shame for a fish and chips shop in a beautiful tourist town next to the water.

Good fish n chips at the time in lakes entrance. Fish in general is usually feshish and very good but can have a 'gnarly' taste sometimes. The best one is currently closed. Beware the dimmy's are commercial ones, not home made at all. The sandwich shop across the road sells the same ones! Service can be a bit gruff sometimes.

Ordered the seafood pack for 2. All the food was deliciously fresh and battered just prior to being cooked. Batter was light and crispy and chips cooked perfectly

This place has a lot of awful reviews, but I've always had good service and good food. I don't think it's expensive. Oh, I was there two nights ago (09/2025) and it is still great for fish and chips.

It's the only place we go when we visit Lakes Entrance. It's always fresh and fast. The chips are perfectly crispy and the crumbing is spot on. 👌 It's a 100% recommend from me.

Loved the food so much and the service is top notch! I think our group tried almost every breakfast menu and all of them were fabulous. Recommend ++

We had breakfast at the cafe. Service was fast and friendly. The coffee was really nice and hot. Food was amazing . Portions were good enough to make your tummy full. I got some cafe stickers too.

Not crowded when I went. Has a god selection of food - ordered the banh min and chai poached pear porridge. The porridge was delicious which i tried to make when im back home. Service was great and they have a small selection of chai and coffee beans to take away.

What a sensational place we stopped there. I had a beautiful foccacia with chorizo and egg. It was sensational, the coffee is amazing aswel. I'll definitely get another breakfast there.❤️

Amazing breakfast options, great coffee, really friendly service!

Best way to start your day! Stopped by here for brunch recently and so glad that we did! We ordered the Smashed Avocado and the Chilli Chorizo Burrito (chefs special) plus a mango smoothie and an apple orange and ginger juice. Everything was absolutely delicious and you can tell that they use great produce here. The balance of flavours in the burrito in particular made it a stand out. The staff are super friendly and that helps to create a relaxed vibe for people young and old. This combined with a solid menu thats reasonably priced - what’s not to love!

We had brunch at Salty Groms Cafe on our stay in Lake Entrance. We had Vegan Poke bowl, Pancake 🥞 and Hot Chocolate. Staff service is good and food is delicious. You can must try this place.

I am a seasoned camper and I this is one of the best holiday park especially for camping. Positive: - only 7 powered sites so won't be over crowded. - reasonable rates - not demanding for minimum stay for long weekend - Bathroom and toilets are renovated and very nice - At front reception we had Chantelle who was very friendly with a smiling face. Room for improvement - camp kitchen needs to be renovated and updated. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay. It's very quiet and peaceful

Booked in for 3 night stay... but due to other circumstances had to leave after 2. cabin was clean and comfortable, park is nice and clean very quiet we will come back when over this way.

This is a fantastic holiday park for families. Kid-friendly, pet-friendly sites with beautiful lush grass to camp on. The grounds are kept immaculately- not a stone out of place. Nice, quiet, safe location at the back of town. Facilities are functional and spotless. Convenient kids playground at the entrance of the park for the kids to use. Pool was clean and a nice temp. Bathrooms were locked with access codes and keys for privacy, which is fantastic. Karen and Sarah were so lovely and particularly gracious with us (losing our access keys and our dog deciding to poop everywhere). Clothes lines were easy to access and huge, plenty of room for everyone’s laundry. We will absolutely be back to visit this park. The only meek suggestion we would make is perhaps a few more things to do in the games room, as it is just a pool table in the games shed presently. Even a box of kids toys, some kids books, some balls/bats or a small ping-pong table would be fabulous. Thank you for such a wonderful stay!

Very disappointed with the service and management at Hampshire Holiday Park. We have been trying to get an answer to a simple question for over two months with no response. There is no phone number available, and getting in touch with anyone is nearly impossible. You call yourselves a "family park," yet the way you treat your tenants is far from family-friendly. The behaviour from management has been unprofessional, with price increases issued with just one day's notice — completely unacceptable. Unfortunately, due to the lack of communication and unfair treatment, I have no choice but to take legal action. This has been an extremely frustrating and disappointing experience. I would not recommend this park to anyone.

What a beautiful spot right on the water plenty of room per site very dog friendly owner was great and the toilet and shower were the cleanest I've seen in many a park a credit to the staff will be back

Amazing delightful rooms location and view and enjoy you stay or stays at the amazing lake Entrance tourist park

We stayed for one night only, camping in a tent. The space was small but enough for our necessities. Very well organised camping site, nice and clean facilities. Most important, a very smiley and friendly person (Sarah) welcomed us. Highly recommended.

Very poor customer service today as I went for my daily gym workout the two young blonde girls would not let me leave my 600$+ e scooter in the facility and told me I would have to leave it outside as they said there not aloud to let anyone put stuff inside never has happend from any other workers here in lakes entrance but I was disgraced in the way they were both giggling after seeing I was stressed because normally I can put my e scooter inside and they said I'm not aloud too will not be returning and will be changing my gym membership!

Good local pool facilities include a sauna and small spa.

Friendly and great staff, great menu for food and very good pricing! 👍

The lass at the desk could have known more about the various programs on offer, but otherwise I loved the place. Well equipped change rooms, lockers available. Attendants on duty were attentive, and above average in their friendliness. The pool was clearly marked with lanes of various speeds and free areas. All good stuff.

I've got my gym membership here, and the kids do their swimming lessons here. The swim teachers are great, and my kids have made massive progress whilst the personal trainers have great knowledge in development and injury management. As an ex ADF member who was medically separated, I need to trust those who are building a training regime and ensuring actions are performed with minimal risk of injury. Hannah, my PT has been awesome.

A great facility. The ladies in reception are pleasant. Scott in the gym is particularly helpful. A good array of free weights and machines. Clean and well maintained. Aqua aerobics seems particularly popular.

Great for families. My kids love it here. It’s our second time here and I will be back for more. You just can’t have photos taken inside but no big deal. Friendly staff and good atmosphere. I will probably try the cafe next time.

So glad this local for us. Fabulous service and staff. Coffee is delicious. And the donuts, well there’s too many favourites to list them all. But vanilla slice and beesting are at the top of the list. Not to mention all the fundraising that’s done for specific events. Well done Big Bears 👌🏼🫶🏼🍩

Tried Big Bear Donuts at the Donut Festival in Queen Vic Market and I’m still dreaming about them! I had the Pistachio and Lemon Curd—both were absolute standouts. The pistachio was nutty, smooth, and perfectly balanced, while the lemon curd had just the right amount of tang to keep you coming back for more. Soft, fluffy dough and flavours that really hit. Safe to say, these donuts live rent-free in my head. Can’t wait to have them again!

Amazing donuts by the lakeside! Great tasting donuts that has wide variety of flavour from basic glaze, bee sting, to fancy rhubarb, key lime and many more! soft dough with filling that's not too overly sweet. Perfect pair for a coffee in the morning walk or afternoon snacks. Must try when visiting lakes entrance. They also have donut trucks around during gippsland local events or Sunday markets.

Tried these at the Melbourne Donut Festival 2025. We bought Beesting, fresh strawberry, pistachio and ferrero rocher. We compared them to some of the other vendors donuts and Big Bears Donuts were top 3. Great service too, thank you ❤️.

Unfortunately I also fell for the FOMO curse on this occasion. Joined the long queue at the donut festival, to the team's credit they worked hard and kept it moving at a good pace. I was really hoping the product would rise to the occasion of the demand, however the quality was really poor. Heavy dough, flavourless fillings and toppings. It's a pass from me, hopefully they can improve it moving forward.

There were so many cute donuts—I wanted to buy more! I tried the caramel one, and it was so fluffy with rich, creamy filling. Absolutely delicious!

Donut was so good I’ve had a Dubai chocolate one before from somewhere else but this one was exceptional worth the money and not stale

The most wholesome and supportive festival doing wonders for the East Gippy Community. I can’t fault a single event I’ve attended over the years and look forward to many more incredible events, great stuff legends!

Last lunch of our trip. Great place to spend a few hours and people watch. Food is great and is served from a portable kitchen on site. Bar is a converted garage. Great atmosphere and very friendly staff. Would recommend for lunch break.

Stopped by The Servo Lakes for a drink — such a great spot! The atmosphere was awesome, and we really enjoyed our time there.

After doing the walk over to Lakes Entrance, this was the perfect spot to stop for lunch. The pork ribs were so delicious with the most meat I’ve ever seen on a pork rib! The service is great too with really friendly staff and to top it off, it’s dog friendly. If you’re looking for somewhere to stop for a bite and a drink, this is the place to be. 😊

Food is a bit ordinary. Lots of stodge The beef burger apparently does not come with any sort of salad, not even onion (even though it's on the menu too add) to break up the sloppy . Great music, very well organised and a very good space for drinks however.

I absolutely love this place! Great place to take the whole family. Food was delicious 😋 Friendly staff and clean facilities. Highly recommended 👌

This place is great, but the guys that work here make it the best! Dead set legends! So accommodating and the best drinks and music! Pulled pork burger and fish n chips were great! Thanks for a great weekend & for being awesome! Look forward to coming back next time! Rocky & Everest loved it also! Thanks for having us!

Good atmosphere for a beer and bite. The beef brisket and pulled pork were missing smoked flavours. Best ones were the sausages 👍

This is such a great dog park we come here nearly every day. Three fully fenced areas so your dog will be safe, and you can choose whether to mix with the other dogs. Massive areas to run for dogs of all sizes.

Well and truly the most amazing dog park we've ever been to. So well looked after with so much space for doggo to roam! We particularly liked that there was a medium sized area for nervous/new dogs to go into and interact with other dogs through the fence at their own leisure! But we did eventually explore the larger areas and they were just perfect for our dog to roam and make new friends. The added bonus of toilets and utilities there were a nice touch. Lakes entrance is easily the most dog friendly place we've ever been to

I have never seen a dog park like this. It is on private property and the owners just wanted a great space to bring your dog. It’s a bit tricky to get to, but absolutely worth the drive. There are 3 separate areas, one of which caters for nervous dogs. All 3 areas are huge and the park is on a beautiful bush setting. Highly recommend.

One of the cleanest & well maintained dog parks we've visited in Melbourne. Not to mention a gorgeous drive through the forest to reach the large fenced dog park. We met the owner who runs this facility and is privately funded. So please consider donating if you're visiting. Milly had the best time with her doggy friends Meelo & Sally. 🐶🐶🐶

What a beautiful dog park! There’s three different areas for all types of pups to play! We drove out of our way to come experience this on our drive home from a holiday, and our puppy absolutely loved it. Sadly her humans did not love it! As my daughter got chewed out by the owner who drove over to us to tell us we had parked in the wrong spot, even though my daughter was apologetic, explaining that she had misunderstood, and ready to move the car. My daughter was told she was “gobsmacked” and “baffled” by her decision to park next to the disabled section. This woman was so sarcastic, snappy and rude that I felt the need to jump in because she wasn’t accepting her apology at all, she just wanted to keep going. She continued with me as I went to move the car, and it totally ruined the experience when it could have been so simply handled in a respectful, professional and kind manner. It’s a big shame, as it’s such a beautiful community asset, but we won’t be back.

Oh my, what a hidden gem! Our dog was lucky enough to have the entire park all to himself on a beautiful sunny day. Brackenbush Unleashed is a well thought out and fully fenced dog park for canines and their people to enjoy! There are toilet facilities which were in clean condition and a separate and sizeable area for nervous nelly doggos. The only thing that detracted from our experience (and a warning to all pawrents visiting) is that the water in the big plastic bowls around the park was quite dirty and we had to dump out and replenish the water as we went. Our bubba was too quick to drink out of one of them and became very sick after :( Make sure to make your donation to Larry the dog at the park entrance!

Fantastic dog park. Multiple different fenced off enclosures where your dog's can run around and burn off some energy. My dogs rarely leave my side but as soon as they were off leash in the park, they were off having a heap of fun. I would suggest applying some of the insect repellent supplied by the owners as there is no shortage of flying insects out there. Fully worth the drive. Can't wait to head back

What a fantastic stay we had here for 5nights. Daryl and Sandra were just amazing and nothing was too much trouble. We had some issues with our awning and Daryl was quick to come out and help us. Always checking in when he was walking around to make sure we were ok. Location is perfect so close to town and Sandra gave us lots of great recommendation's for eating and walks. Can’t wait to return there. Thank you Daryl and Sandra for sharing your beautifully kept park and looking after us😊😊

We stayed in one of the cabins with our 2 border Collies and had an exceptional relaxing 4 night stay. The owners were very friendly and waited a bit after office closing time as we were delayed. It's great to be able to have pet friendly accommodation allowing dogs inside at no extra cost. Owners provide water/food bowls in cabin. The cabin is smallish as we are used to hotels, but hay, it's a caravan park so was expecting caravan sized accommodation. Facilities within cabin were very good, good hot water and bed supper comfy. The park is very quiet throughout the night. We didn't hear any noise from the primary school other than the school bells. The child careccentre is next door and there's a bit of play noise and the odd child having a tantrum. I don't particularly like noise from kids but never found the noise to be annoying as it's somewhat baffled by the fence amd is not loud anyway. I'm not sure how others can complain about the noise, especially when it's only during the day. Certainly not a deterrent for us not coming again. There's an ev charging station but only rated at 3.2kW and not always readily accessible as in one of the cabin car spots. We weren't in that cabin.

This camp is suited for pets and adults as the name says. We don't have pets. We stayed 3 weeks so got a discount. Services are rustic. Clean and tidy. Card washing machine. Others comment on child care center. Barely noticed it was there. Some sites for larger vans. Surface is level but undulating so you will need chocks.. will stay again no worries

If you’re heading to Lakes Entrance, especially with pets, I can’t recommend this place highly enough. Everyone is super lovely, welcoming and helpful. Everything is within walking distance! The facilities are always kept very clean—I went up during the Easter holidays and had no issues at all. I’ve been to many caravan parks around Australia with my fur child, and this is definitely one of my top picks especially in Victoria. It’s pet-friendly all year round, which is amazing, especially during the holiday season. 100% will be booking again!

This was our first time holidaying with our dog Lexi. We stayed in the Retro Cabin for 3 nights and found it very clean and well appointed for us all (pet included). The park is well situated, within walking distance to the main street and beach. Sandy was very helpful at check in, showing us around the cabin, and even had the heating going to take the chill off. A lovely situated and clean park for all to enjoy. Will happily go back if in Lakes Entrance again.

This park was excellent! We had a powered site for our caravan on a very large, grassed and level ground. Staying only one night on our way home, it was great that we did not have to unhitch! The toilets were very clean, soap, paper towels provided and sinks very modern. If you have a dog, there's even a doggy wash available and a doggy day care!!! What an amazing servive! It was really great to spend the night there and we will definitely be back! Sorry for the earlier mix-up 😞

Arrived back yesterday afternoon after spending 6 nights in a 2 bedroom cabin. Extremely clean with all the necessary items provided. Very close to the town centre where daily walks with our Cavoodle Archie was a highlight. Very large and spacious property with well maintained gardens and lawns. Owners Daryl and Sandi couldn’t have been more inviting. Highly recommended.

Me and my family had the best time. We will be back for sure! Staff are amazing, young boys were so helpful.

Had an amazing time with Portside Boat Hire and would absolutely recommend it to anyone who is traveling to Lakes Entrance! The new owners, Wayne and Kelly, were incredible and very helpful with directions on how to use the boat even for us first timers. Thank you so much and hope to see you across the pond!

We had a great experience! The staff were very friendly and welcoming, and the boat services were reasonably priced. We were lucky to see dolphins during our ride, which made the trip even more special. The ride was smooth and enjoyable, with beautiful views all around. Overall, it was a lovely experience, and we would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fun and relaxing boat ride.

Loved the first ever experience of driving a boat. They charged us $80 for an hour and they gave us a brief intro on the boat operation.

Had fun driving boat 😊 clear instructions given by the instructor and booking is pretty smooth. Just FYI - they accept cash only so make sure you carry it. Will revisit for sure

Excellent boat hire company the people that run it are extremely friendly and very helpful will explain everything to you had a very enjoyable trip through the Lakes

What a beautiful place to be...where you can hire a self driven boat and wander around and witness the point where Lake merges into the sea. Awesome place for a family trip or buddy hangouts. Don't sit back just hire a boat and drive by yourself. Wooo

What a wonderful day trip. Other boat trips in the area were a bit too long for our 3 year old so this was ideal. Skipper Pete was fantastic and was so informative and knowledgeable. Will definitely do again and have already told others about using this service.

Our little family had a wonderful time doing a 1 hour tour with Skipper Pete today. We really enjoyed listening to him share his knowledge of the area and of the wildlife. Our busy 5 year old loved being on the boat and seeing the birds and the seals. Fantastic value for money for a family of 4 we felt.

We spoke to Skipper Pete on Tuesday, got some info on tours sounded good. Made contact Tuesday night, met him again on Wednesday morning, for an absolutely fantastic Lakes tour. We had no idea that Lakes had so much Pete’s knowledge was incredible, we are so appreciative of his expertise & how kind he was to our 2 Cavaliers who just sat & took in the scenery. Thoroughly recommend Skipper Pete for a personalised service & experience

We had a very enjoyable tour. Skipper Pete is very friendly, knowledgeable and personable. One hour tour was perfect, saw birds and seals, small boat makes you feel close to it all. Great value for money and would happily do another.

Our boat trip with Skipper Pete was the best thing we did in Lakes Entrance! Perfect for a small family, we took our almost 2yo and it was entertaining enough to keep him still for over an hour and really interesting for us adults. We saw dolphins, lots of birds and learnt a lot about the area from Skipper Pete. Excellent value, and an experience we would recommend to everyone!

We loved our 1hr tour with Pete! It was perfect for our 3yr old, Pete is very knowledgeable and the tour was very interesting, we saw lots of different birds, seals, and he explained all the boats. Easy to book via SMS, quick response. Super friendly man, highly recommend! Thanks Pete! Tanya, Tomas and Eli

Fantastic morning out on the boat with Pete, very informative too! Lucky enough to have seen some seals as well!

Scorching Saturday afternoon. 4:30. Only fish and donut shed open. Apparently sailors grave is having licensing issues. What a missed opportunity. Only people here. Whitebait was lovely. Fish tacos ok.

Was staying in Lakes Entrance for the Australia Day long weekend and stumbled across the Slipway Sheds while walking along the esplanade. What an awesome little setup with Sailor's Grave, Gippsland Jersey & Miriam's Restaurant offering food and drink. Sailor's Grave had 6 tap beers available which were really good beers plus wine by Lightfoot & Sons. There was a great selection of seafood to choose from at Miriam's, especially the local prawns, Merimbula Oysters and mussels. Big shout out to the Nowa Men's Choir, awesome performance with a great selection of songs, very entertaining.

Great place to visit for locally produced goods. Various activities run each week. Volunteers have local information on things to do…

Delicious prawn tostadas & generous fried fish tacos!

The fish tacos are amazing! Pairs perfectly with sailor’s grave beers available next to the taco truck

Had a blue heaven milkshake that was so creamy and yummy. My go to spot now to get my butter & milk

Nowa Nowa Men's Choir had a great performance there.

Nyerimilang is a surprisingly beautiful spot with various walks, spectacular views of the Gippsland Lakes, v helpful women at the entry point/gift shop, wonderful buildings, glorious old trees & vegetation. You’d need at least a whole day to really explore all of the Park

Beautiful place to visit, spent a few hours walking around. Plenty of wildlife to see and some nice spots for a picnic lunch. The Friends of Nyerimilang do a great job!

Worth a visit! There were two volunteer elders who were very accommodating, kindly showing us a printed map and explaining where to go. The place itself is a heritage site, and it’s amazing to see how the old house has been preserved. You can view old photos, antique items, and even a piano (which needs tuning, but my son was eager to try it anyway). Big thanks to the people who continue to look after this place so future generations can also appreciate it. The surroundings are peaceful and calming, with beautiful nature views, including the lookout and the lake. Highly recommended for families who enjoy parks and historical places!

Wow what a stunning parkland with magnificent views over the lakes!!! It was my first visit at the Nyerimilang Heritage Homestead and Park. I was welcomed at the visitors centre with a map and shown where to start. The incredible smell of eucalyptus and the lovely trails are breathtaking. I love the loop trails, stops at the farmhouse, look outside with information and the walk through the homestead is like stepping back in time. What a gem of a place to have within reach, look forward to the opera concert in 2026! 💚

Spent a good two hours here walking around the homestead, down to the jetty and along the cliff walk. Lots of history as you immerse yourself in farm life 100 years ago. Very informative, well done Parks Australia and also the volunteers who keep the place and shop running.

Homestead was lovely but the highlight for us was walks around the property. We did the heritage walk which takes you down to beautiful wetlands and then along a cliff walk. Great birdlife.

Old,quiet beautiful house and farm with jetty . We saw Some wildlife as well

Great place to go for a stroll to get to the main beach, or you may like to stop on the other side for some lunch at the cafe that's there. During the hotter periods, you can access the inflatable water park or the paddle bikes. Plenty of places to go fish or you may like a swim.

Phenomenal spot to watch the sunset! Love how you can walk across the bridge to visit the beach on the other side!

Beautiful view from the bridge. Nice location to get some shots. Connecting main street to Lake Entrance Beach. Also has a public exercise area.

Perfect autumn morning 🌞🍁🍂🍁beautiful to walk along,plenty of photo 📸 opportunities

Really nice bridge that takes you over to the beach. Lights up at night and can be quite scenic. Worth having a walk over.

Nice leisurely walk along the jetty. Connects Main Street shops to the Lakes Entrance beach. Some people were fishing.

Great walk over the bridge to the beach. Great little fishing spot made obvious by the people fishing 🎣 of a night it’s lit up & feels safe. Great place to take some pics.