Lake Eildon National Park

Lake Eildon National Park is a nature reserve in the Central Highlands with a reservoir, eucalypt forests, and granite hillsides that shape the landscape. Multiple waterways flow through the park, creating opportunities for boating, fishing, and exploring various terrain.

The reserve was established in 1957 to protect the landscape, which included remnants of gold mining activity from the 1870s scattered across the area. These old workings appear today as shallow pits and openings that miners left behind in the hillsides.

The Taungurung people held deep ties to this river valley before the creation of the reservoir submerged many of their sacred sites beneath the water. Visitors walking through the park can sense how the land shaped their connection to this region.

The park has several camping spots with basic facilities like fireplaces and boat ramps for water access, making it easy to spend time on or near the reservoir. Most areas are reachable by car, though some quieter sections require a short walk to reach.

The park is home to dozens of bird and mammal species, including koalas that were brought back in the 1960s after disappearing from the area long before. This reintroduced population has become an important part of the park's wildlife today.

Location: Shire of Mansfield

Operator: Parks Victoria

Website: https://parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/lake-eildon-national-park

GPS coordinates: -37.30561,145.97861

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:05