RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Service Course Bicycle Studio

Located in the heart of Porepunkah, Service Course Bicycle Studio is a full-service bike shop supporting locals and visitors exploring Victoria’s High Country by bike. Close to Mount Buffalo’s climb, gravel roads, MTB trails and just meters from the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, the Service Course offers bike hire, workshop servicing, custom builds, bike sales and a quality range of parts and accessories. The experienced team can help with everything from custom bike builds and performance servicing to rental…

Huggins Lookout

Head off on this short uphill walk in beautiful Bright, three and half hours north-east of Melbourne, and be rewarded with incredible views. This return walk is 1.6 kilometres and will take around one hour to complete. After a steep climb, reach Huggins Lookout and take in stunning panoramic views of Bright along the Ovens Valley towards Porepunkah.

Mount Buffalo Underground River Caving

For those who like a challenge and a dash of added adventure, Adventure Guides Australia’a Underground River Caving on stunning Mount Buffalo is for you. Crawl through holes, climb up waterfalls and squirm your way through the spectacular granite boulder infill cave. If you are very lucky, you will see the ceiling of the caverns glow like stars at night with the spectacular variety of glow worms which are endemic to the region. Duration of the tour is approximately three…

Lake Catani

View Point Nature Walk

Hometown

A locals favourite, Hometown is a New York inspired neighbourhood wood-fired pizza spot. Here you will find proper pizza, share plates and an extensive drinks list. Hometown is the sister restaurant of Tomahawks.

Lake Guy, Bogong Village

Lake Guy Junction Dam is situated 16 kilometres from Mount Beauty, along the Bogong High Plains Road, and offers a scenic back drop to the pretty Bogong Village. The dam is utilised for the hydro-electric scheme and is surrounded by steep Alpine ash clad mountains. A very majestic spot to visit. Try your luck around the lake to catch brown and rainbow trout. If it is walking you are looking for try the 3 kilometre loop around the dam. Park…

Little Olive Cabin

Nestled into the foot of Mount Buffalo and central to the most popular tourist attractions in the North East of Victoria. Lovers of quirky eclectic style will bask in the retro and vintage vibes of The Little Olive Cabin. The cabin is smartly appointed with leather furniture, a fully equipped kitchen including stainless steel appliances and the mezzanine style bedroom that’s sits up above the main living space and boasts quality Bed Threads linen in the bedroom and bathroom. Enjoy…

The Farm at Freeburgh

With private access to the Great Valley Trail and the Ovens River, Farm at Freeburgh provides luxurious bespoke accommodation and complimentary mountain bikes for your stay. Located on ten acres, The Barn is an outbuilding to the family home, along with the converted Stables. Within ten minutes to the tourist town of Bright, and in close proximity to skiing and snowboarding at Falls Creek and Mount Hotham, a short 45-minute drive away. Horse stays are also an option, with trail…

Dicksons Falls Nature Walk

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?

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.

Spring Tunes, Picnic Vibes at Ringer Reef
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MARKETS

FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES

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