RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Hoys Harrietville Ski Centre

Hoys Harrietville to your last stop shop before heading up the mountain. Hoys is a family-owned business offering the highest quality equipment, legendary service and has operated for over 90 years. Hoys Ski Centres have five centrally located ski rental outlets located in Harrietville, Mount Hotham Corral Day Carpark, Jack Frost complex in the Davenport Lodges area, Dinner Plain main roundabout and Omeo main street. Hoys offers a free chain fitting service on your way up to Mount Hotham when…

A Pear Tree Loft

The perfect family getaway is waiting for you at the stunning Pear Tree Loft or perhaps it is that cycling trip, or girls weekend. The beautiful modern styling, spacious open layout and incomparable location make Pear Tree Loft that place you have been looking for for any special occasion – just two minutes walk from Bright’s main street and across from the iconic Murray to Mountains Rail Trail. Perfectly suited for a luxurious short getaway yet well equipped to accommodate…

Restaway Holiday Units

Resident owners, Gary and Juliana welcome you to Restaway Holiday Units in lovely Porepunkah, Victoria. They’re just a few kilometres from Bright. Enjoy their hospitality as you explore the Alpine Region and all it has to offer. Make Restaway Holiday Units your home away from home in their clean, well-appointed, and comfortable self-contained two-bedroom holiday units. Relax by the sparkling swimming pool in the warmer months and enjoy the park-like grounds. Enjoy the spectacular views of Mount Buffalo from the…

Pioneering the High Plains – Bogong Horseback Adventures

Step back into another time with a celebration of Australian heritage. Ride the High Plains on a journey to the Mittagundi Bush Dance and Pioneer Festival before climbing onto Mount Bogong, Victoria’s highest mountain. Pioneering the High Plains expedition takes you on a journey, through diverse landscapes, along a route that highlights the vertical scale, and the rich cultural heritage of the Victorian High Country. Mid tour you will follow the spectacular Track 107 down to Mittagundi, a not for…

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The Gorge Lookout and Chalet

The Gorge Day Visitor Area is perched on the edge of Mount Buffalo Gorge, offering stunning views over sheer granite cliffs down to the Ovens Valley. A regular launching place for abseilers, rockclimbers and paragliders and at the base of the historic chalet, the Gorge picnic area is easy to find, has lots of parking, is incredibly pretty and views to knock your socks off. The Visitor Area boasts a viewing platform and toilets for disabled visitors and a historic…

Porepunkah Riverside Park and Playground

A children’s paddling pool on the river banks nearby give the whole family a chance to enjoy the water. Take along a barbeque and take advantage of the nearby free barbeque facilities and picnic tables. This park on Nicholson Street, Porepunkah has it all: river swimming, a toddler pool, views of Mount Buffalo, barbeques, toilets, picnic tables, shelter and car parking and is conveniently located near the town’s local stores, including a pub, cafe and service station. There is also…

Walking Hiking in the Alpine National Park

Alpine National Park from Harrietville

Mt Bogong Snowshoe Tour

The winter ascent experience on Mount Bogong, Victoria’s highest peak, in the snow. This adventure is for bush walkers and hikers who are excited to see the high country in winter. You will cover around 16 kilometres and return via the Staircase Spur track to the summit. The tour begins at Mountain Creek Camp car park which is located at the base of Mt Bogong. After making sure everyone has the right equipment for the adventure we will start the…

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.

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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?

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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.

Spring Tunes, Picnic Vibes at Ringer Reef
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MARKETS

FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES

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