RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Harrietville Caravan Park

Harrietville Caravan Park is the ideal destination to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The park is beautifully situated at the base of the Alpine National Park on the banks of the Ovens River in the historical gold rush town of Harrietville. Your hosts welcome you with a wealth of local knowledge and hospitality. The park pays homage to traditional Australian caravaning and camping adventures offering on-site caravans and powered and unpowered sites. The grounds are…

Mystic Mountain Lodge

Offering plenty of space for two families in the main house sleeping eight, you can expand your group to the additional add-on rooms comfortably sleeping a total of 14 guests. With several living areas to allow space and comfort, enjoy three indoor living zones and several outdoor areas including an undercover al fresco area and fantastic kids cubby. The roomy, fully equipped kitchen makes feeding the clan a breeze, or barbecue on the front deck with lovely views an open…

Daily Trail Rides

Bogong Horseback Adventures offer day rides in the heart of the High Country. Taking you to the mountain valleys of North East Victoria abound with colourful bird life, majestic views, lush pastures and a delightful climate. Experience horse riding the beautiful tracks of the Alpine National Park through tall mountain forests, fern gullies and river crossings. Experienced guides with horses to suit all riders. All rides include tuition, hard hats and oilskin coats if required. Available all year by appointment.…

Apartments on Gavan – Apartment One

This brand-new, three-bedroom apartment offers the perfect blend of luxury and comfort, located right on Bright’s vibrant Main Street. With sleek, contemporary design and premium finishes, the apartment features spacious open-plan living, high-end appliances, and a stylish kitchen with stone countertops, custom cabinetry, and top-of-the-line fixtures. The open plan living opens out onto your own private balcony perched over Bright’s main street with outdoor seating you can soak in the atmosphere of the surrounding area in your private oasis. With…

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.

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Swimming at Lake Guy

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…

Mount Buffalo Adventure Abseiling

Completing the beginners abseil, then tackling the 45 metre free fall abseil. This adventure has all the abseils of the beginners abseil then it is followed by a 45 metre free fall abseil looking across the gorge to the 300 metre North Wall of Mount Buffalo. On the walk back from the bottom of the dragon is a small rock climb which adds to the adventure. This experience is provided by Adventure Guides Australia

Bright Mini Golf

You’ll be hitting a hole in one when you treat the family to a round at Bright Mini Golf. Upmarket and challenging in the best way, this beautifully laid out 18 hole course is a mirrored version of the current Bright Golf Course including undulations. Complete with practice putting green and golf shop supplying colourful putters and golf balls, you’ll be teeing off in style. Fun for kids, teens and adults, this aesthetically pleasing golf course fits right in with…

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.

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MARKETS

FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES

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