RESTAURANTS & CAFES
PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT
Valley Vista
This could well be one of the best views in the valley. Valley Vista is the perfect holiday home, designed with the views and its surrounds in mind. A deck runs the full length of the home and huge windows along the house allow guests to take in the view from inside and out. This three-bedroom, two-bathroom home is a comfortable and spacious choice to sleep up to eight people (six adults maximum), and would be an ideal home for…
Cross Country Flight
Come on a flight that solo pilots travel across Australia (and the world), to try to bag for themselves. Cross Country flying is the art of riding thermals up to the clouds, before gliding to the next mountain peak to climb again. It’s a true expression of unpowered, free flight, and their local tandem pilots are some of the best in the country at it. A cross country flight with Bright Flight is an exploration of their home mountain peaks.…
Wandi Cross
Wandi Cross is a mountain running challenge set amidst the picturesque valley of Wandiligong, a few minutes from Bright, Victoria. Suitable for anyone from the elite to the first time mountain enthusiast. Summiting the high points of both Mystic Mountain and Goldmine Ridge, this challenge requires participants to use a combination of endurance, strength and cross-trail abilities to ascend and descend across steep, raw, natural and technical ground. Four distances are available. Visit their website for more information. All profits…
Harrietville Half Marathon
The Harrietville Half is a running event held along the scenic Great Valley Trail, in the Alpine Region of Victoria. There are four race distances to compete in: The classic 21.1 kilometre (half), 10.5 kilometre, 5 kilometre or 2 kilometre. This is a community event, organised solely by dedicated volunteers, raising money for the Harrietville Primary School and a local youth group.
Bogong Horseback Adventures
Bogong Horseback Adventures has been running award-winning tours since 1986. With licensed access to the Alpine National Park and Mount Bogong, the riding landscape is truly spectacular. Based at our property Spring Spur, Bogong Horseback Adventures travel from rich mountain valleys to the vast Bogong High Plains and Victoria’s highest mountain, Mount Bogong. The award-winning tours combine great food and wine, fantastic mountain-bred horses, and friendly, experienced staff. Offering daily trail rides in the Alpine National Park, as well as…
Unleashed-Unlimited
Unleashed-Unlimited specialises in delivering unique adventure experiences for the training and development of individuals, sporting teams and corporate groups. Unleashed-Unlimited is committed to enhancing performance and productivity by providing challenges that serve as the catalyst for learning and growth. Their fast-paced programs have been designed to integrate a multitude of high-intensity activities into realistic adventure scenarios. Unleashed-Unlimited also offers a range of thrilling individual adventure activities. All adventure experiences are fully customised and carefully structured to maximise outcomes and ensure…
Bogong in a Day
Guided by Falls Creek Guides Embark on an expertly guided ascent of Mt Bogong (1,986m), Victoria’s highest peak, with Falls Creek Guides. This challenging yet rewarding hike takes us via the Eskdale Spur, offering spectacular alpine views, high-country history, and insights from experienced local guides. With our knowledge of the terrain, safety-first approach, and seamless logistics, we ensure a memorable and well-supported journey to the roof of Victoria. This challenging and strong experience is priced at one price for up…
BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES
TRY OUR AWARD-WINNING BEVERAGES
A visit to Bright & Surrounds isn't complete without a taste of our local craft brews, fragrant gin, apples cider or moonshine.
FARM GATES
PRODUCE RIGHT FROM THE SOURCE
Out here, we know where our food comes from. Want to know where the locals source the best fresh produce?
CELLAR DOORS
TRY OUR AWARD-WINNING WINES
Crisp cool nights and warm summer days make the Alpine Valley one of the country's most delightful boutique wine regions.
MARKETS
FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES