RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Kangaroo Lodge

Escape to Kangaroo Lodge perched high above the town for unparalleled views and privacy. Kangaroo Lodge offers space and serenity with ceiling to floor windows opening your luxurious haven to the mountain surrounds. Edging onto the Alpine State Forest yet walking distance to the town centre, nature and modern sophistication collide. Spend cool nights by the stunning open fire to compliment the breathtaking views or relax in the breeze of your long verandah with has barbecue. If you are looking…

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…

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…

Mt Buffalo Underground River Caving

This experience is great for everyone ages 10 and up, who have a moderate fitness level and who are ready for a challenge. We’ll start by gearing up with equipment to make you more comfortable, then take a short, scenic walk from the gorge carpark to the entrance of the underground river. You will be assisted by two experienced guides as you explore the 350 metre infill cave by scrambling, squeezing and climbing through boulders and waterfalls. You’ll find yourself…

Bright Guided Mountain Bike Ride

A perfect way to see the best of Bright! All Terrain Cycles’ experienced instructors will take you on terrain best suited to your ability and fitness, riding trails to maximise fun and high fives. Our guides are first aid qualified and can also provide mechanical backup. Style – Guide will cater to riders needs, including local rail trail or Green single track to Black single track in Mystic Bike Park. For group bookings 8+ people contact Bright store to arrange…

The Hurt Locker

For the serious athlete, this ultra-tough adventure course has been inspired by the gruelling SAS Selection and is designed to test your mettle. The Hurt Locker has been specially designed to reflect the conditions faced by SAS candidates. Whilst under the watchful eye of former Special Forces operators, you can expect to be cold, wet, hungry and both physically and mentally exhausted as you push yourself to complete the course. You will be confronted with a series of intense mental…

Bright Beauty Clinic

Bright Beauty Clinic is a well-established, trusted environment for everyone to enjoy. Nestled in the heart of Bright, Northeast of Victoria. They aim to provide a welcoming, friendly atmosphere with a desire to deliver professional beauty and clinical skin services with the utmost care and efficacy, working together to achieve your beauty goals. The qualified and experienced beauty therapists offer a comprehensive range of professional beauty and skin therapy services, using international dermatological skincare, mineral makeup, aromatherapy oils and nail…

Mount Beauty Skate Park

Situated by the Mount Beauty pondage off Lakeside Avenue, the Mount Beauty Skate Park is close to toilets, barbecues, seating, Mount Beauty Library and BMX track. Features: Ramps, Half Pipe and Rails. The reasonably sized concrete skatepark has been updated over the years to what we now know of it. The original older section of the skatepark remains relatively untouched and includes a skate bowl. The older section of the skatepark has your standard street features along with a mini…

Eskdale Spur

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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