Cann River Bakery mother and child eating outside bakery

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A pocket-sized town attracting those wanting to sink their teeth into the great outdoors.

Cann River is named for the wide, gum-lined river that flows through the centre of the town. Wedged between Coopracambra and Croajingolong National Parks, Cann River attracts earthy, nature types... campers, fishers and intrepid hikers. Its remoteness is part of its charm.

Cann River Bushland Rainforest Walk near the Caravan Park
Cann River Bakery mother and child eating outside bakery
Cann River Motel person looking over town from verandah

Things to do in Cann River

The relaxed village boasts a clutch of coffee shops and eateries, and an impressive two-storey pub with generous verandahs.

Fishing on the Cann River is more than a little gloat-worthy. The slow-flowing and deeply beautiful river heaves with bream, mullet, luderick and perch. The fish are also biting at nearby Tamboon River.

Cann River mother and child walking through town toward Bakery

Four wheel driving

Cann River is adventure HQ with second-to-none 4x4 drives. Set off on your knuckle-whitening adventure exploring the rugged landscapes of the eastern corner of Victoria.

People looking at a map against a Four Wheel Drive vehicle

Bendoc Historic Loop Four Wheel Drive

This drive resembles an outdoor museum showcasing East Gippsland’s rich gold mining history. Enjoy this historic loop as it transports you back in…
4 WD Dirt Tracks Murrungowar

Murrungowar Forest Four Wheel Drive

An education into Australian flora and fauna, this track takes you through a diverse set of forests and conservation sites. This trip is offers a…
Four Wheel Drive creek crossing in rainforest

Combienbar East Errinundra Four Wheel Drive

Discover the eastern stretches of Errinundra National Park, with spectacular views over the inspiring rugged and wild outcrops. Start near the Three…
4 WD Tour Group Murrungowar

Murrungowar Errinundra Loop Four Wheel Drive

A wonderful escape to Errinundra National Park with plenty of opportunities to stretch the legs amongst gentle rivers and swaying trees. Wind amongst…
Four Wheel Drive going downhill in East Gippsland

Coopracambra Link Four Wheel Drive

A pocket-sized tour with plenty of fun activities along the way.This track launches you into the wilderness. Starting in the epi-centre of many…

Explore Cann River's surrounds

Grass Tree and gums in Errinundra National Park

Errinundra National Park

Take a journey through time discovering old growth forests and hike past trickling streams, friendly ferns and some of the largest living shining gums in the…
Kid And Adult On The Point Hicks Lightstation Walk

Point Hicks

The western pocket of the show-stopping Croajingolong National Park, flush with campgrounds, walks and a lighthouse.
People walking at Quarry Beach Croajingolong National Park

Croajingolong National Park

Croajingolong National Park is one of the country’s most beautiful and ecologically significant places, and the stuff of dreams for keen hikers.
Mckenzie River Rainforest Walk River

McKenzie River Rainforest Walk

1km, 45 mins | Bemm River Scenic Reserve | Explore rainforest and eucalypt forests, with swing bridges crossing the majestic valley with canopy-top views. For…
Family visiting Point Hicks Lighthouse

Point Hicks Lightstation Walk

4.5km, 1.5 hrs | Croajingolong National Park | Journey along the granite-studded headland of Point Hicks, and see the stately lightstation. The granite…
Walker at Croajingolong Thurra River Sand Dunes

Thurra River Dunes Walk

4km, 2 hrs | Point Hicks | Stomp through banksia and heathland along the Thurra River reaching fields of soaring sand dunes. This is a rare walk full of…
Two hikers walking on the beach

Wingan Inlet to Fly Cove Walking Track

3km, 1.5 hrs | Wingan Inlet | Follow elevated boardwalks through serene paperbark wetlands to Fly Cove Beach. Wander through the bloodwood forests along the…

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