Great Southern Rail Trail
The old railway line through Koonwarra, Meeniyan, Fish Creek and Foster. Flat, family friendly and never far from a café.
Loch is a picturesque historic village in South Gippsland, surrounded by rolling green hills, farmland and beautiful countryside. Known for its heritage buildings, boutique shops and relaxed village atmosphere, Loch is a popular destination for visitors exploring the region.
Nestled amongst the lush green hills of the Strzelecki Ranges, Loch is a beautifully preserved country village with an almost storybook atmosphere. Just off the South Gippsland Highway, the village is renowned for its charming heritage buildings, colourful streetscapes, boutique shops and welcoming cafés. Surrounded by rolling farmland and spectacular countryside, Loch offers a peaceful glimpse of rural Victoria while being conveniently located between Melbourne and the South Gippsland coast.
Loch is a wonderful place to slow down and explore on foot. The main street is lined with historic buildings, galleries, antique and collectable stores, homewares, local produce and cafés, giving the village a relaxed and distinctly country character. The Great Southern Rail Trail passes directly through Loch, with the section towards Korumburra winding through some of the most beautiful rolling countryside in South Gippsland. The trail also passes near Hilda Falls, while the historic Loch Suspension Bridge provides a lovely short walk through the leafy valley at Loch Memorial Reserve. Just outside the village, Cape Horn Lookout offers sweeping views across the green hills of South Gippsland and, on a clear day, towards the coast. Loch also has a strong food and wine culture, with cafés, local produce, cellar doors and regular markets adding to its appeal. With its beautiful setting, heritage charm and relaxed village atmosphere, Loch is one of South Gippsland's most delightful destinations for a country getaway.
Beaches, walks and good food within a short drive.
The old railway line through Koonwarra, Meeniyan, Fish Creek and Foster. Flat, family friendly and never far from a café.
Coffee, bakeries and seafood a few minutes from the beach, plus a regular farmers market on the foreshore.
A tiny village famous for its café and local produce, right on the Great Southern Rail Trail.
Surf on one side, the calm water of Anderson Inlet on the other. Easy to pair with a coffee on the main street.
A tall sandstone stack on the Bunurong coast. Stop at the lookout, then walk down to the rock platforms at low tide.
Sea caves and rock platforms where some of Australia's most important dinosaur fossils have been found.
Easy to combine in one trip.