Goughs Bay Caravan Park
Goughs Bay Caravan Park
Goughs Bay Caravan Park offers a tranquil and scenic retreat on the shores of Lake Eildon, in the heart of Victoria's High Country. Located just a short drive from Mansfield, this small, family-friendly park provides direct lake access and a peaceful setting, making it an ideal destination for those who love water activities, fishing, and enjoying the great outdoors. It's a perfect base for exploring the diverse natural beauty of the region, from the vast lake to the surrounding mountains and forests.
Facilities:
Goughs Bay Caravan Park provides a range of essential and recreational facilities for a comfortable stay:
- Accommodation: Offers a limited number of self-contained cabins in addition to sites.
- Powered Sites: Suitable for caravans, motorhomes, and camper trailers, often with water access.
- Unpowered Sites: For tents and those not requiring power.
- Boat Ramp: Direct access to Lake Eildon, making it convenient for launching boats.
- Fishing: Excellent opportunities directly from the lake or surrounding areas.
- Shared Amenities Blocks: Clean toilets and showers.
- Laundry Facilities: For guest use.
- Camp Kitchen / BBQ Area: For self-catering and communal cooking.
- Children's Playground
- Kiosk / Small Shop: For basic supplies.
- Pet Friendly: On sites (at management's discretion and conditions apply – always check before booking).
Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby:
Goughs Bay Caravan Park is a gateway to many attractions in the High Country:
- Lake Eildon: Directly accessible from the park. A massive lake popular for boating, fishing (trout, Murray cod, redfin), waterskiing, and swimming.
- Mansfield: Approximately 15-20 minutes' drive. A major regional town offering supermarkets, shops, cafes, restaurants, medical facilities, and the Mansfield Botanic Park. It's also a hub for adventure activities.
- Mount Buller Alpine Resort: Approximately 1 hour's drive (seasonal access). A premier ski resort in winter, and popular for hiking, mountain biking, and sightseeing in warmer months.
- Mansfield Zoo: Approximately 15-20 minutes' drive.
- Delatite Winery: A well-known local winery, a short drive from Mansfield.
- High Country Rail Trail: Accessible from Mansfield, offering cycling and walking paths through scenic countryside.
- Jamieson: A historic gold mining town, approximately 30-40 minutes' drive, offering charm, the Jamieson Brewery, and further access to rivers.
- Eildon: Approximately 45-60 minutes' drive, another key access point to Lake Eildon and the Eildon Pondage.
- Bushwalking & Hiking: Numerous trails in the surrounding state forests and national parks (e.g., Alpine National Park, Great Dividing Range).
- Horse Riding: Various operators in the Mansfield region offer trail rides.