One of the larger lakes in the Gippsland Lakes area, Lake King is perfect for fishing and boating activities around Paynesville and Metung.
Lake King is considered one of the boating capitals of Victoria. It receives flowing waters from the Mitchell, Tambo and Nicholson Rivers providing safe and sheltered anchorage for those venturing out on the water.
Highlights of Lake King
- Check out the world’s second largest silt jetties, where the Mitchell River’s flowing waters have created 8km land tracks into Lake King over eons.
- Fishing on foot is easy along the shore line or off Lake King jetty (if staying in Metung) or Eagle Point jetty (if closer to Paynesville), where you can land lake flathead, garfish, tailor, mullet, luderick and bream.
- Catch a ferry to Raymond Island that sits off the Paynesville shore and get your fix of cute koalas and other idyllic Australian wildlife.
Explore The Surrounds
Gippsland Lakes
Gippsland’s iconic waterfront is famed for dreamy sunsets, stunning scenery and unforgettable boating and fishing adventures.
Metung
Fishing-primed and sailing-perfect, the waterfront village is pretty as a picture at the edge of the Gippsland Lakes.
Paynesville
A waterfront favourite, the town boasts unrivalled access to the water-playground enhanced by its system of canals.
Lakes Entrance
Stunning beaches, vibrant water sports, world-class fishing and family fun have made Lakes Entrance a top holiday destination.
Ninety Mile Beach
Visit the wondrous uninterrupted stretch of untouched beach. There is golden sand as far as the eye can see, perfect for swimming, surfing and fishing. Perhaps…
Raymond Island
Forest-clad paradise teems with koalas and wildlife, with nature-filled adventures waiting to be explored by bike or on foot.
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.
The Lakes National Park
Forming the thin wedge of land between lakes and sea, the park is home to salt marshes, wild flowers and some of your favourite Aussies - echidnas, emus,…
Bairnsdale
Set along the wide, slow-flowing Mitchell River, Bairnsdale is a large regional centre with a laid back vibe.