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Boasting a dizzying array of landscapes, Gippsland's national parks and reserves are among the world's best.

Romp through mighty forests with gushing rivers, untamed Australian bush or lush patches of rainforest. Find your happy place on the world-famous beaches of Wilsons Promontory, Ninety Mile Beach or Croajingolong National Park, or explore the underground wonder of Buchan Caves.

Nowhere in the state will you find such a diverse range of landscapes protected by the prestigious "national park" status.

Gippsland's best National Parks

Squeaky Beach Wilsons Prom woman standing on rocks in front of turquoise water

Wilsons Prom

Discover dreamy beaches, hiking bliss, fern gullies and windswept sand dunes at one of the most magical places on our planet. Clinging to the…
Man taking photo from Corrigans Bridge Tarra Bulga National Park

Tarra Bulga National Park

Lush Tarra Bulga National Park is one of the most heart-stirring places you can find, and quite unlike any other place in Victoria.
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.
View of the Wonnangatta Fire Tower Alpine National Park

Alpine National Park

Alpine National Park stirs hearts with its enviable list of high country adventures, from hiking, camping and 4X4 through rugged alpine landscapes.
Rock Formations Deadcock Den Mitchell River National Park

Mitchell River National Park

Just north of Bairnsdale, the deeply rugged Mitchell River National Park has a clutch of remote river gorges, open forest and rainforest gullies…
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Snowy River National Park

Relish in stunning Australian landscapes from sumptuous views over the wild Snowy River.
Two People walking at Eagles Nest Bunurong Marine Park

Bunurong Marine National Park

The Bunurong Marine National Park is home to rocky cliffs plunging into the sea, windswept beaches, imposing headlands, sandy bays and rock pools.
Woman and husky at sunrise viewing deck Mt Baw Baw

Baw Baw National Park

The Baw Baw National Park is a national park located on the boundary between the Victorian Alps and Gippsland regions of Victoria.
Aerial View of Ninety Mile Beach Gippsland Lakes

Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park

A series of coastal lagoons and the meeting place of seven major rivers, ideal for boating, fishing, lake swimming or canoeing.
Morwell River Falls family walking through bush and ferns

Morwell National Park

In the northern foothills of the Strzelecki Ranges, just south of Morwell, lies the Morwell National Park.

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…

The top pick of State Parks & Reserves

Buchan Caves Girls underground in Royal Cave at pool

Buchan Caves

Beneath the unsuspecting forest floor of a scenic valley lies an enchanting system of limestone formations known as the Buchan Caves.
Girl walking on the beach at Cape Conran near Marlo

Cape Conran

Explore the wide sandy beaches flanked by rocky outcrops and impossibly blue waters, where nectar-feeding birds flit lightly through the banksia…
Two women standing at edge of Blue Pool Briagolong State Forest

Briagolong State Forest

Home to a dry eucalypt forest with more than 100 species of birds amongst the mountain grey gum, stringybarks and silvertop ash.
Woman in hat standing on bridge in Mount Worth State Park Strzelecki Ranges

Mt Worth State Park

Mt Worth State Park is picnic-primed, replete with fern glades, lyrebirds and lush waterfalls.
Toorongo Falls girl holding hat on viewing platform in front of waterfall crop

Toorongo Falls

Surrounded by lush ferns and mossy rocks, Toorongo Falls is a breathtaking waterfall, with water cascading over tiered rocks below.
Morwell River Falls family climbing around waterfall cascades

Morwell River Falls Reserve

Enjoy the peaceful ambience of the beautiful Morwell River waterfall and reserve without the crowds.
Woman on viewing platform at Agnes Falls

Agnes Falls

Tucked away in bushland, find a tranquil reserve with a short walk leading you to a stunning view of Agnes Falls.
Couple standing at the end of Petersons Lookout Tyers Park

Tyers Park (Petersons Lookout)

Home to the seductive Tyers Gorge, explore the walking trails and dizzying views from Petersons Lookout.
4 WD vehicle navigating dirt roads in Avon Wilderness High Country

Avon Wilderness Area

Set off on a hiking adventure through some of Australia's most remote and wild landscapes.
Harriers Swamp Holey Plains State Park

Holey Plains State Park

Explore walking tracks through banksia groves, stringybark forests under a backdrop of swaggering emus and frog song.
Nyerimilang Homestead Exterior East Gippsland

Nyerimilang Heritage Park

Enjoy picnic-perfect Nyerimilang Heritage Park’s beautiful parkland surrounds and scenic walks.

All Parks & Reserves

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Baw Baw Village

7 Peaks Ride - Mt Baw Baw

The Mt Baw Baw 7 Peaks Challenge short road climb is infamous for its leg burning…
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Aberfeldy

Aberfeldy Track Historic Touring Route

The three main tour routes and optional side trips that make up the Aberfeldy Back Road…
Woman on viewing platform at Agnes Falls

Agnes Falls

Tucked away in bushland, find a tranquil reserve with a short walk leading you to a stunning…
View of the Wonnangatta Fire Tower Alpine National Park

Alpine National Park

Alpine National Park stirs hearts with its enviable list of high country adventures, from…
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Heyfield

Apex Park Heyfield

Heyfield Apex Park is a beautiful park for both kids and adults situated right in the centre…
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Stratford

Apex Park Stratford

The Apex Park in Stratford is an award-winning medieval-themed park situated on the banks of…
4 WD vehicle navigating dirt roads in Avon Wilderness High Country

Avon Wilderness Area

Set off on a hiking adventure through some of Australia's most remote and wild landscapes.
Woman and husky at sunrise viewing deck Mt Baw Baw

Baw Baw National Park

The Baw Baw National Park is a national park located on the boundary between the Victorian…
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Maffra

Bellbird Corner Riverside Reserve

Bellbird Corner Riverside Reserve follows the route of a long-disused road between Sandy Creek…

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