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Goughs Bay

Lakeside Tranquility

150km from MelbournePop. 260

Goughs Bay is a quiet lakeside hamlet on the northern shores of Lake Eildon, offering a peaceful escape for those seeking tranquility away from the busier lake areas. Popular with houseboaters and fishing enthusiasts, the hamlet provides direct lake access through well-maintained boat ramps suitable for various water levels. The surrounding bushland creates a serene natural environment perfect for relaxation, birdwatching, and photography. Goughs Bay is particularly favoured by those seeking quality Murray cod and golden perch fishing in the lake's less-trafficked waters. Several holiday parks and private rentals offer waterfront accommodation, many with their own boat moorings and direct lake access.

Highlights

Quiet lakeside setting
Boat ramp access
Excellent fishing
Houseboat moorings
Peaceful bushland surrounds

Worth a look

Goughs Bay Boat Ramp

boating

Public boat ramp with parking and lake access.

Getting here

Goughs Bay is 150km from Melbourne on sealed roads via the Maroondah Highway.

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