Boating
Water Sports Paradise
With 515 kilometres of shoreline and vast open waters, Lake Eildon is a boating paradise. From waterskiing and wakeboarding to leisurely cruising and jet skiing, the lake offers endless opportunities for water-based adventures.
Highlights
- Waterskiing and wakeboarding
- Jet skiing
- Kayaking and canoeing
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Multiple boat ramps
- 515km of shoreline to explore
Tips & Advice
- •Boat ramps can be busy on summer weekends - arrive early
- •5-knot speed limit within 50m of shore, swimmers, and other vessels
- •Check lake levels before launching - some ramps may be affected
- •Fuel available at Eildon and several marinas
- •All powered vessels must be registered
- •Carry required safety equipment at all times
Photo Gallery
Boat Ramps & Operating Levels
Lake Eildon has multiple boat ramps that become operational at different water levels. Check the current lake level before your visit to ensure your chosen ramp is accessible.
Eildon
Directions| Ramp | Operational Above |
|---|---|
| Alliance Ramp - High Level (Ramp 1) | 59.3% |
| Alliance Ramp - Low Level (Ramp 2) | 26% |
| Alliance Ramp - Low Level (Ramp 3) | 14.9% |
Jerusalem Creek
Directions| Ramp | Operational Above |
|---|---|
| Public Ramp No 1 | 48% |
| Public Ramp No 2 | 8.8% |
Fraser Park
Directions| Ramp | Operational Above |
|---|---|
| Devils Cove | 62% |
| Main Ramp | 39.4% |
| Lakeside | 11.2% |
Peppin Point
Directions| Ramp | Operational Above |
|---|---|
| Caravan Park Ramp 1 | 58.2% |
| Caravan Park Ramp 2 | 38% |
Kennedy Point
Directions| Ramp | Operational Above |
|---|---|
| High Level | 56% |
| Mid Level | 43.9% |
| Low Level | 30.4% |
Bonnie Doon
Directions| Ramp | Operational Above |
|---|---|
| Public Ramp No 1 | 84.2% |
| Public Ramp No 2 | 57.6% |
Hutchinsons Road
Directions| Ramp | Operational Above |
|---|---|
| Public Ramp | 41.6% |
| Lakeside Caravan Park | 37.9% |
| Low Level Ramp | 25.47% |
Goughs Bay
Directions| Ramp | Operational Above |
|---|---|
| Public Ramp 1 | 78.5% |
| Public Ramp 2 | 86.7% |
| Public Ramp 4 | 62.1% |
| Public Ramp 5 | 59.7% |
| Public Ramp 6 | 41.6% |
| Public Ramp 7 | 21.2% |
| Public Ramp 8 | 21.65% |
Howqua Valley
Directions| Ramp | Operational Above |
|---|---|
| Caravan Park - High Level | 62.7% |
| Caravan Park - Low Level | 24.3% |
Jamieson
Directions| Ramp | Operational Above |
|---|---|
| High Level Ramp | 78.6% |
Data source: Goulburn-Murray Water
Popular Locations
Eildon Boat Ramp
Main boat ramp with excellent facilities and ample parking.
Jerusalem Creek Boat Ramp
Popular ramp on the eastern arm of the lake.
Bonnie Doon Boat Ramp
Access to the Delatite arm of the lake.
Plan Your Trip
Safety First
- • Check fire danger ratings
- • Carry plenty of water
- • Tell someone your plans
- • Be prepared for changing conditions
Boating & Fishing Services
High Country Houseboat Sales
290 Sugarloaf Rd, Taylor Bay
It’s all about YOU at High Country Houseboat Sales where we strive to provide the best possible Brokerage Service based on a culture of Ethics, Professionalism and Knowledge of Lake Eildon and Houseboating. Ethics is most important at HCHS and this is why we have become a Member of the peak body, the Boating Industry Association Victoria (BIAVic). This entails committing to its extensive Code of Ethics. The HCHS Sales Office is located on the Lake’s edge, at the largest Marina Complex on Lake Eildon, at the Eildon Boat Club. We will be complementing the services it provides to its Members and their guests as well as servicing all marinas on Lake Eildon. The HCHS Sales Office will have extensive window display boards for houseboats listed with HCHS. HCHS has an extensive window display of listings outside the Foodworks Supermarket in the Eildon Shopping Centre. As part of the professional package provided by HCHS to give all its clients confidence to deal with HCHS, it has extensive Public Liability and Public Indemnity Insurance with Nautilus Marine Insurance through Griffiths Goodall Brokers. This covers all of our operations as well as Houseboat Valuations. As part of its Professionalism, HCHS has a culture of business excellence with continuous improvement an important part of this. VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO
Bayside Marine
RWGV+PH Lake Eildon VIC, Lake Eildon
Marine repairs, restoration and customisation. Insurance surveys/inspections.
Bell & Orders Pty Ltd
36/38 Dougharty Rd, Heidelberg West
Bell & Orders have been selling generators and welding equipment for over 70 years. Bell and Orders specialise in generators that are manufactured and designed to be installed into enclosed mobile applications like house boats, pleasure crafts, motor homes, food trucks, horse floats, race transporters, coffee vehicles and specialised mobile government vehicles where quietness and very little vibration is required. Have a look at our website www.bellandorders.com.au to see some of installations that we have been involved with. Please call or email our team if you require any information, assistance or help with choosing the correct generator for your application.
Big Bumper Australia
Victoria, australia, Victoria
Big Bumper s are an inflatable boat bumper that will protect your boat from docks, jetties, houseboats and other boats. Made from reinforced PVC grade rubber with a self-closing valve, these bumper s will protect your pride and joy
Darlingford Waters Boat Club
QX33+VM Eildon VIC, Eildon
Tucked away in the heart of the Lake Eildon National Park – just a stones throw from Eildon township – Darlingford is a boat club with a difference. That difference is based around a commitment to our values – the value we give our members, and the value we place on our members. Because Darlingford is owned by members, run by members, and exists for members. We also have the best marinas on the lake, the most sheltered and beautiful location, fresh clean water, concrete ramps to every marina, and plenty of parking right near the lake edge.
Eildon Bait & Tackle + Auto Spares
14 Main St, Eildon
EILDON BAIT & TACKLE Eildon Bait and Tackle Has the complete range of Tassie devils/ Wonder Krocs and King Cobra Lures. We won’t be beaten on price on our range of Rapala and Vibrax lures. Live bait such as scrubbies/garden worms/yabbies/ mudeyes/meelworms/and maggots are all available at the moment. A wide variety of quality rods and reels starting from $20 combos to top of the range Abu garcia combos. We also have a wide range of camping gear and gas fittings for most camping stoves. Bait and tackle A wide range of lures Camping gear Rods and reels Water sport equipment Life jackets BBQ accessories EILDON AUTO SPARES Car parts sourced and available Gasket sets Brake pads All filters Paints Body fillers / Car, Van, Trailer accessories
Eildon Outboard Service
20 Sugarloaf Rd, Eildon
Inboard, Outboard & Sterndrive Service & Repairs Seadoo Servicing & Repairs Sales of New and Used Generators, Engines, Boats and Trailers Water Sports Accessories and PFD's Safety Gear Large range of Marine and Deep Cycle Batteries Fibre glassing parts & accessories Pontoon & Deck Paint range Storage Sheds
Faster Plumbers
65 Vickery St, Alexandra
HOUSEBOAT PLUMBING SPECIALIST With over 20 years of experience in houseboat plumbing design and installation, we specialise in Houseboat & Marine Craft Plumbing across the entire Lake Eildon area and we pride ourselves on our personable yet professional & reliable service. Faster Plumbers only employs highly qualified staff and we source local suppliers wherever possible to support our local industry. We promote and strongly encourage energy efficient & environmentally sustainable solutions utilising the latest technology to provide you with new water saving and water recycling methods. Faster Plumbers are the choice of many major boat builders, so you can rest assured your new build, extension or renovation works are in the most capable hands. With comprehensive product knowledge and years of experience, you can be confident that you are receiving the best system and service required for your project.
Houseboat Assist
Lake Eildon, Eildon
Assisting with and managing all aspects of Houseboating. Skipper, tuition, pump out, refuelling, slipping, daily Houseboat checks (peak season) and maintenance (handyman services)
Houseboat Sales Lake Eildon
20 Sugarloaf Rd, Eildon
House Boat Sales Lake Eildon is the place to go for all of your House Boat needs. Whether you are looking for House Boats For Sale or wanting to Sell A House Boat, Pleasure Craft or Boats in Eildon, please contact us today to get started. House Boat Sales Lake Eildon have house boats to suit any budget or lifestyle, ranging from entry level house boats to the ultimate luxury machines and mega boats
JMM Engineering Services Victoria
41/16 Macquarie Pl, Boronia
Pontoon Sandblasting, Repairs & Painting With Over 30 Years experience in the Metal Industry, carrying out repair work and welding services. We use vapor blasting system that produces 90% less dust than conventional blasting which means less dust on and in your boat and is the most environmentally friendly system on the market. Call John today on 0419 108 828 for a free no obligation quote and recommendations on how to protect and maintain your investment.
Jerusalem Creek Marina & Holiday Park
Jerusalem Ck Holiday Park, 501 Jerusalem Creek Rd, Jerusalem
Just a 5 minute drive out of Eildon, you will find this magic view. Arriving here, you can dine in, stay on our floating accommodation, stock up on groceries at our mini supermarket and bottle shop! Get out on the water and hire Picnic boats (no boat license required), kayaks and stand up paddle boards or an actual fishing boat. You can even fuel up your boat or jetski at our floating fuel barge Then we have our upstairs Lake View Apartment available!
Lakeview Boat Hire
190 Sugarloaf Rd, Eildon
Luxury Pontoon Boats seating 9 Fishing Pontoon Boats Fishing boats with live water fish tanks and rod holders. For something different, for a work function, a lovely gift, corporate function, a party with friends and family, a very cost effective harbour cruise with visiting relatives, a fishing weekend or even a romantic outing on the tranquil waters of Lake Eildon. Lakeview Boat Hire can cater for it all. Lake Eildon and district is one of Australia's most popular freshwater fishing destinations. It's proximity to Melbourne also make it a preferred location for Angling Club Competitions. Expansive Lake Eildon with around 550 kilometres of shoreline is fed by clear mountain rivers and is surrounded by rolling mountains, heavily clad forest and open woodland, making it a favourite venue for boating and waterskiing, fishing and bushwalking. The surrounding countryside is prized for its eucalypt forests, its wildlife and its fresh mountain air. Brown trout, rainbow trout, redfin, perch, Murray cod, roach, tench, and carp are some of the species that can be caught around Lake Eildon and local rivers. Whether you are a fly fisherman, or prefer bait or lure fishing, the major rivers and tributaries provide much enjoyment for the serious sportsperson or annual holiday angler. Others may prefer fishing on Lake Eildon itself either using a hire boat, or of course, their own boat. Lake Eildon is the impoundment created by Eildon Weir on the Goulburn River in southern Victoria, Australia. At 3,334,158 megalitres when full, it contains six times as much water as Sydney Harbour and is the second largest water storage in Victoria after Dartmouth Dam. It is located at the town of Eildon, within Lake Eildon National Park. Lake Eildon is connected to the state capital's metropolitan water supply via a pipeline from the Goulburn River
Maxwell's Upholstery
271 Skyline Rd, Eildon
Lounge Suite and Dining Chairs repaired and recovered Office Furniture, New Lounge Suites, Chairs and Sofas made to order , Large Range of Fabrics Car and Boat Upholstery
Runaway Bay Pontoon Boats
20 Sugarloaf Rd, Eildon
Based in Brisbane, Australia. We work with clients across the world offering them the best in Luxury Leisure Pontoon Boats or Sports Pontoon Fishing Boats. Just a Few Options: We can build our pontoon boats to various lengths and widths available Customers can have their own colour schemes and graphics created to personalise their pontoon boats. Choose from our range or supply your own outboard motor Save money with our DIY kits Customise your internal fit-out You want it we build it – send us your layout for Quotation on your New Pontoon Boat. We now stock a wide range of pontoon boat accessories, which are also available in Our Online Shop . We can supply complete new fit-outs to modernise and make your existing pontoon boat look like new. Unfortunately if your beloved vessel has met with an accident of some sort, we offer a Comprehensive Repair Service to get her backup and running again good as new
Skyline Boat Storage
19 South Cres, Eildon
Boat Storage General Storage Boat Launch and Retrieval Make your stay at the Lake easy! Secure storage for your boat and a phone call to get your boat launched for you to just step onboard and start enjoying your trip to the Lake!
Status Luxury Houseboats
11 Eildon Rd, Eildon
It is with attention to detail and years of experience that our craftsmen at Status Luxury Houseboats consistently design and manufacture stylish houseboats which exceed our client's expectations. Our company director’s Darren Withoos and John Gysberts personally oversee every project to ensure that each and every houseboat is built to the highest of standards with the highest quality materials. Status Luxury Houseboats are individually handcrafted vessels which are built to our client’s personal specifications resulting in a beautifully manufactured and customised houseboat. Our vessels are the epitome of luxury, style and sophistication. Did you know that Status Luxury Houseboats are the LONGEST serving houseboat builders at Lake Eildon? As well as new boat builds, we also offer renovations, extensions and maintenance. We're pretty proud to see that 'Meridian' is still looking top notch after our extensive renovation works completed way back in 2009. If your boat needs a little TLC (or a lot!), contact us now and make the most of our new facilities at the Eildon Boat Club Slip Sheds. Status Luxury Houseboats- It’s not just our business, It’s our passion
The Houseboat Factory
11 Eildon Rd, Eildon
The Houseboat factory is a family owned and operated company. Ryan, Peter and Julie are always willing to give assistance from planning and building your dream houseboat or just doing some maintenance and renovations. We can help you customize your houseboat to suit your needs with all the practicability that is needed to make sure you maximize the space on your houseboat. With so many years owning and building houseboats gives us the knowledge of experience and understanding how houseboats perform on the water. Our designs are tried and true. Not only do we enjoy the life on the lake, we have experienced the designs that are efficient and practical for the lifestyle with a flare of luxury.
WatersEdge
190 Sugarloaf Rd, Eildon
WatersEdge is Eildon’s premier houseboat hire service. Located approximately 2 hours North-East of Melbourne, it’s the perfect destination for your weekend getaway. Escape the city to enjoy the tranquil surrounds on the water, or the surrounding national park. Kick the feet up and relax on the deck with family and friends, or even throw the rod in for a fish – the choice is yours. Our self-contained houseboats are available in a range of sizes and styles to suit your requirements and budget. Upon arrival, the simple induction process will have you ready to navigate around the lake at your leisure; all without the requirement for a boat license. To browse the range of houseboats on offer and make a booking. The Edge – 12 berth The Exec – 12 berth Howqua Princess – 12 berth Stormy Blue– 10 berth Hunter Blue– 10 berth Beyond Belief– 12 berth
