THE BEST THINGS TO DO
From sampling our region's fresh produce to immersing yourself in the natural beauty of the High Country, we've curated Bright & Surrounds' most popular things to do to help you plan your escape.
TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN BRIGHT
1. Canyon Walk
Stroll along the Ovens River and learn of its gold mining history on the 3km Canyon Walk.
2. Market by the River
Discover local produce and wares at the monthly Make It, Bake It, Grow It Market.
3. Boutique Stores
Spend the day shopping at the boutique stores of Bright’s town centre.
4. River Pool & Splash Park
Go for a swim or a slide at the Bright River Pool and Splash Park.
5. Local Craft Liquors
Have a tasting at the brewery, gin distillery or at a cellar door.
6. Huggins Lookout
Walk the trail to Huggins Lookout for a stunning view over the township of Bright.
7. Rail Trail
Go for a bike ride on the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail.
8. Mystic Park
Go Mountain Biking or Paragliding at Mystic Park.
9. Picnic With A View
Picnic by the Ovens River with views of Mount Buffalo at the Porepunkah Riverside Park and Playground.
10. Scenic Drives
Go for a scenic drive and explore the surrounding towns of Myrtleford, Harrietville, Mount Beauty and Dinner Plain.
MYRTLEFORD
Take a slice of culture, add two parts wine, a sprinkle of home-cooked goodness and a dollop of Mount Buffalo and this delightful town will feed your soul.
- The Gorge Lookout and Chalet, Mount Buffalo
- Sullivans Lookout near Mount Beauty
- Dannys Lookout, Mount Hotham
- Huggins Lookout, Bright
- Reform Hill Lookout, Myrtleford
- Riverside Pool and Splash Park, Bright
- The Dredge Hole, Harrietville
- The Pondage, Mount Beauty
- Riverside Park, Porepunkah
- Lake Catani, Mount Buffalo
- Nimmo Bridge, Myrtleford
- Lake Buffalo, near Myrtleford
- Lake Guy, Bogong Village
- Rockpool, Mount Beauty
- Mount Beauty Swimming Pool
- Gapsted Wines Cellar Door and Restaurant, Gapsted
- Ringer Reef Winery, Porepunkah
- Billy Button Cellar Doors, Bright and Myrtleford
- Michelini Wines, Myrtleford
- Feathertop Winery, Porepunkah
- Nightingale Alpine Apples and Produce, Wandiligong
- Pepo Farms, Pumpkin Seeds and The Artisan Mill, Ovens
- Red Stag Deer and Emu Farm and Restaurant, Eurobin
- Mountain Fresh Trout and Salmon Farm, Harrietville
- Buffalo Berry Farm, Eurobin
HARRIETVILLE
TOP 10 THINGS TO DO
Nestled at the foot of the stunning Mount Feathertop and embraced by tranquil bushland, this breath of fresh air defines the word escape.
MOUNT BEAUTY
A place of fairytales, where locals ski all winter and mountain bike summerlong under the shelter of a truly beautiful mountain. Heaven does exist.
TOP 5 WATERFALLS
- Ladies Bath and Eurobin Falls, Mount Buffalo
- The Gorge, Mount Buffalo
- Fainter Falls, near Mount Beauty
- Rollasons Falls, Mount Buffalo
- Carmichael Falls, Dinner Plain
TOP 5 SHORT WALKS
- Canyon Walk, Bright
- Mosaic Trail, Myrtleford
- The Gorge Walk, Mount Beauty
- Tronoh Dredge Walk, Harrietville
- Room With A View, Dinner Plain
DINNER PLAIN
TOP 5 THINGS TO DO
A snow village like nothing else you've seen on earth; an architectural enclave among the snow gums that will take your breath away, come winter or summer.
SPOIL YOURSELF WITH OUR FRESH PRODUCE
Nightingale Bros Alpine Produce
Nightingale Bros have been growing and selling apples since 1954. The orchards are renowned for growing fresh crisp apples which are full of flavour. They grow all the favourites like Pink Lady, Royal Gala and Granny Smith, as well as various other varieties. Though they are best known for their apples, they also grow three…
Reed & Co. Distillery
Bright craft distillery, Reed & Co Distillery was established in 2016 by chefs turned distillers Hamish Nugent and Rachel Reed. It all began at the helm of their former hatted restaurant Tani. Reed & Co was founded as a result of inspiration from the botanicals of the natural landscape in Victoria’s high country, and seeking…
Harrietville Bush Market
Explore the friendly Harrietville Bush Market this January in the cool shade of Tavare Park in Harrietville, on the banks of the Ovens River. This iconic market has something for everyone. Wander through stalls of artisan wares, clothing, jewellery, local produce and preserves, plants and secondhand books. Local food and drink vendors, coffee and home-cooked…
Ringer Reef Winery
A gold specimen found in the late 1800s by men ringbarking the property, led to the opening and naming of the mine, Ringer Reef. A century on, the Ringer Reef vineyard was established by Annie and Bruce Holm in 1998. Ringer Reef is now under the custodianship of Mark (Annie and Bruce’s) son. Today, Ringer…
Nourish Wholefoods
Nourish Wholefoods offers organic, healthy and packaging free wholefood and snack alternatives for locals and visitors to the area. Shop wide variety of specialist items not found at supermarkets in the greater Alpine, that have become a staple retailer for cyclists, trail runners, hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts in the Mount Beauty area.
La Fiera Italian Festival Myrtleford
La Fiera festival returns to Myrtleford in 2025. This is a celebration of Myrtleford’s Italian heritage and culture featuring a range of events at various locations and businesses. Keep in touch by checking in on the website and subscribing to receive updates on program events and tickets for La Festa and other events within the…