Gippsland

Gippsland is a region in southeastern Victoria featuring coastal plains, mountain ranges, lakes, and national parks spread across the landscape. The area combines agricultural land with natural habitats, creating a varied landscape between Melbourne and New South Wales.

The region underwent significant changes in the 1840s when Polish explorer Pawel Edmund Strzelecki conducted scientific expeditions through the area. He named numerous geographical features and contributed greatly to the exploration and documentation of the landscape.

The Gunai Aboriginal people developed specialized fishing techniques across the extensive lake systems over thousands of years. Their deep connection to this land remains central to the region's identity and heritage today.

Western parts are accessible within two hours from Melbourne via major highways, while eastern sections require around four hours of driving. The best time to explore depends on your interests, as weather is more stable in warmer months but also busier.

The Gippsland Lakes form Australia's largest inland waterway network, comprising several connected bodies of water. Each lake has its own character and offers different conditions for recreation and wildlife observation.