Discover Goughs Bay on Lake Eildon

A stay in Goughs Bay on Lake Eildon can be planned around a range of interests: boating and fishing, a walk along the shore, events and a garden maze are all specific options to consider. If you’re looking for a hotel for a trip here, first think about which outings and activities you want to shape your stay.

Boating and fishing on Lake Eildon

Goughs Bay has facilities for launching boats on Lake Eildon. The ramp’s usability may depend on water levels, so take this into account when planning. The Goughs Bay Boat Club and Community Hub offers direct access to the lakeshore and can also be reached by boat.

Goughs Bay is considered a starting point for a fishing experience on Lake Eildon. The fishing area is associated with catches of redfin, golden perch and Murray cod. The area is also particularly well known for rainbow trout and brown trout.

Activities in the surrounding area

Goughs Bay is considered a starting point for boating, water skiing, wakeboarding and sailing; mountain biking is also growing in the area. Near Goughs Bay, mountain bikers can explore the single-track trails in the Delatite Arm Revegetation Area. Nearby, Bracks Bridge on the Delatite River has shallow water for paddling and swimming in the warmer months; it’s also a spot for a picnic.

The free campsites in Delatite Arm Reserve are considered good fishing spots for families in the area around Goughs Bay. Facilities and conditions may change; check current conditions before visiting.

Events and lakeside dining

The program at the Goughs Bay Boat Club and Community Hub includes public events, live music, themed evenings, community workshops and seasonal celebrations. The program may change. If a specific event is central to your visit, check the latest details in advance.

The hub also offers relaxed lakeside dining with views of the shores of Lake Eildon. The seasonal menu includes classic pub dishes, bar snacks, pizzas, children’s meals and homemade desserts. The menu may change with the seasons, and service details may also change. If you’re making specific plans, check the latest information as needed.

Picnic Point and the hedge maze

From Goughs Bay, visitors can walk along the lake to Picnic Point. Located on Bayside Boulevard in Goughs Bay, Victoria 3723, it offers views across Lake Eildon. Picnic Point is therefore both a destination for a walk along the shore and a viewpoint overlooking the lake.

High Country Estate – Hedge Maze, Gardens, Cafe and Gallery features a hedge maze in Goughs Bay, set among award-winning gardens spanning four acres. In the interactive Gnome Hunt, visitors search for hidden gnomes in the maze. Take seasonal opening information into account when planning your visit and check it in advance.

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