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
Bright Brewery
Bright Brewery is a proudly independent craft brewery, bar, restaurant and bike hub located in the heart of beautiful Bright. With the backdrop of Victoria’s spectacular Alps, their key values of – active, sustainable and authentic – are the cornerstones of everything Bright Brewery do. From brewing beers that reflect the bold and wild local…
Mount Beauty Music Festival
A free family friendly festival held over two days in April. A truck stage with live music, children’s entertainment, food and craft stalls. A weekend of great food, music and company. New location in Tawonga South Opposite Falls Creek Coaches at the foothills of Falls Creek, surrounded by mountains. A great weekend away with the…
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…
Coffee Chakra
Coffee Chakra are micro coffee roasters located in the picturesque town of Myrtleford in the Alpine Valley. The owners and staff pride themselves on offering quick efficient service, delicious house made sweets, chai and specialty coffee roasted for the espresso bar. They supply their specialty coffee to numerous other cafes and food stores around Northeast…
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