Mansfield Mullum Wetlands
The Mansfield Wetlands provide a habitat for native fauna and are a beautiful and accessible example of a living wetlands ecosystem. The Great Victorian Rail Trail passes through the Mansfield Mullum Wetlands. Walk or cycle along the trail or do the circuit. A full circuit of the Mansfield Wetlands is approximately one and a half…
Read MoreMansfield Recreation Reserve
A sporting hub and community meeting place, the Mansfield Recreation Reserve lies at the heart of Mansfield in more ways than one. Visit on a weekend in winter and you will experience the passion a country town has for its local football and netball teams, just don’t forget your hat and scarf. The reserve is…
Read MoreLords Oval
With its white picket fence and manicured green oval, the Lords Reserve has the air of an old English cricket ground – and it is indeed home to the Delatite Cricket Club and the Mansfield Croquet Club. Enjoy a stroll around the oval as you watch local sporting enthusiasts battle it out. In summer, it…
Read MoreMansfield Station
The former Mansfield Railway Station buildings are well preserved and is currently home to the Mansfield Historical Society. Adjacent to the station precinct is the Mansfield Visitor Information Centre. The station is of a traditional timber design, and features many original fixtures including pressed metal interior walls, original doors and timber panels and a full…
Read MoreMansfield Botanic Park
Perfect for a sunny afternoon in town, the Mansfield Botanic Park is open at all times and offers barbecue facilities, picnic shelters and tables, a fitness station, an adventure playground for kids of all ages and toilets. Bordered by Fords Creek, the gardens are a beautiful mix of native and introduced species. A popular location…
Read MoreLovick’s Hut
Located between Mt Lovick and King Billy One, Lovick’s Hut is one of the original mountain cattlemen’s huts, built in 1960 by Jack Lovick and used for many years by the Lovick family as a base for horse trail rides. Rebuilt in 2014-2015, the hut is in a secluded and picturesque area offering a grassy…
Read MoreHowqua Hills Historic Area
Howqua Hills Historic Area is a site of natural beauty. Set in a secluded valley on the Howqua River it was once busy with gold miners. River flats are surrounded by hills with Manna Gums and Narrow‐Leaved Peppermints. Howqua Hills Historic Area is approximately one-hour drive from Mansfield and is a popular spot for picnics,…
Read MoreBrookfield Maze
Brookfield Maze, Licensed Café and Gardens is located in Myrrhee, North East Victoria, in the foothills of the King Valley gourmet food and wine region beside Fifteen Mile Creek. Explore the traditional hedge maze and enjoy the peaceful garden setting. Kids will love the scavenger hunts and hidden koala trail, keeping them busy for hours…
Read MoreMirimbah Park
Unfurl a picnic rug on the grass under the shady trees and escape the summer heat at Mirimbah Park or delight in the colours during the autumn season. An idyllic riverside setting, the park is bordered by the shallow-flowing waters of the Delatite River. The kids (big and little) will love splashing amongst the rock…
Read MoreCraig’s Hut and Walk
Craig’s Hut and walk are a piece of Australian film history, offering unrivalled panoramic views of the High Country, four hours drive north-east of Melbourne. Arguably the state’s most iconic High Country hut, Craig’s Hut sits on the top of Mount Stirling offering views over Mt Buller and surrounding mountains. The hut was originally built…
Read MorePowers Lookout
The rocky escarpment high above the King Valley was the hideout of Harry Power, a notorious but ‘gentlemanly’ bushranger in the 1860s. From the Mansfield-Whitfield Road, a three-kilometre trip along a gravel road brings you to a parking area with picnic tables and toilets. Discover two lookout points providing sweeping views of the surrounding mountain…
Read MoreLake William Hovell Recreation Area
Located about 18 kilometres from Cheshunt, Lake William Hovell is a beautiful and well-liked recreational spot. This picturesque lake offers a variety of activities such as picnics, barbecues, fishing, canoeing and walking. The lake is also home to different species of fish including Trout, Redfin and Macquarie Perch, which is an endangered species duly protected.…
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