Discover Lakes Entrance

Lakes Entrance is where the Gippsland Lakes meet the Southern Ocean. The transition from lakes to sea shapes the character of the destination and offers different ways to explore it: beaches, waterways, culture and wine. Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park stretches along Ninety Mile Beach from Seaspray to Lakes Entrance. This places the town within a broader coastal setting while also offering specific experiences at Main Beach, along the Esplanade and on the walking trails. When looking for accommodation, you can first decide which of these aspects you want to shape your trip.

Enjoy the beach and the water

Lakes Entrance Main Beach is at the eastern end of Ninety Mile Beach. From the town of Lakes Entrance, a 400 m footpath crosses the pedestrian bridge to the beach. Activities there include swimming, kayaking, surfing, fishing and walking. Which ones are suitable depends on the weather and beach conditions. Nearby is Entrance Bay, a picturesque picnic spot in Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park; it is a short canoe, kayak or boat trip from Lakes Entrance. The comparison makes the choice clear: Main Beach is all about beach activities, while Entrance Bay offers a picnic spot in the park. Check current access and safety conditions before visiting the beach or setting out on the water.

Lakes Explorer also offers a water taxi service for up to four people to secluded jetties and beaches on lakes near Lakes Entrance. If you are considering this option, you can compare the stated capacity with the size of your group. As services and availability may change, check the latest information before making plans.

Compare waterfront walks and routes

The Hummocks Walk, also known as The Entrance Walk, follows the lakeshore. The route is 4.6 km long, takes 1.5 hours and offers views of the meeting point of the Gippsland Lakes and the Southern Ocean. This gives you specific details for planning a waterfront walk; check track conditions before setting out. The Lakes Entrance Foreshore Cycling Track follows the Esplanade along the waterfront. The Gippsland Lakes Discovery Mountain Biking Trail includes a 13.7 km return section between Lakes Entrance and Log Crossing. These offer different points of reference for planning: the walking time for the Hummocks Walk and the return distance for the mountain biking section.

Sculptures, shells and wine

The Esplanade itself has a range of discoveries: it is lined with carved wooden sculptures, and the Griffiths Sea Shell Museum on the Esplanade displays more than 90,000 shells. Here, you can explore everything from public art to an extensive collection.

If you would also like to include wine in your plans, Wyanga Park Winery in Lakes Entrance is a specific place to visit: it is the oldest winery in Gippsland and serves award-winning wines at its cellar door, including frozen Muscat. Business details can change, so check the latest information before planning a visit.

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