Natural Attractions

The Goulburn River forms the backbone and lifeblood of our region, winding its way through beautiful countryside, native forests and fertile farmlands, bringing life to the rich agricultural landscape which has made the area renowned as Australia’s food bowl. There are opportunities for nature lovers to enjoy our tranquil waterways with popular pastimes like fishing, boating, walking and relaxing all here to be enjoyed.

Fish, boat or canoe the Victoria Park Lake precinct which backs onto the majestic Goulburn River and the open spaces and towering river red gums allow you to really appreciate the natural beauty of the area. 

The rivers are not the only amazing waterways where you can discover our local flora and fauna and get close to nature.  The region’s wetlands include Cussen Park in Tatura, Gemmills Swamp in Mooroopna and Reedy Swamp in Shepparton.  Shepparton is also home to the Australian Botanic Gardens, Lower Goulburn National Park and the Shepparton Regional Park.

Weather

Shepparton & Goulburn Valley enjoys a temperate climate, boasting more hours of sunshine per year than the Gold Coast!  Summers bring hot and dry weather, spring and autumn are typically warm, whilst cold frosty winter mornings turn in to bright sunny winter days

Discover the Delight of Bird Watching in Shepparton & Goulburn Valley

With so many natural attractions in Shepparton and Goulburn Valley, it’s no wonder that so many species of birds have made this diverse land their home or choose to return here each year. On the shores of the Victoria Park Lake and the banks of the Goulburn and Broken Rivers there’s so many spots you can go to see birdlife.

Find out more about Discover the Delight of Bird Watching in Shepparton & Goulburn Valley

Lower Goulburn National Park

Reedy Swamp Road, Shepparton

The Goulburn River is lined with River Red Gum and is an important wildlife corridor...

Mount Major - TV Road Access Walk

160 Mount Major TV Road, Mount Major

An uphill walk until you reach the plateau at the summit - well worth the effort for...

Mulana nin iyoga walking trail, Mount Major

Cashel Road & Ryans Road, Dookie

This 4.6km return walk offers lovely views to the north and west as you move up the...

Murchison Rail Trail

Gregory Road, Murchison

An 8-kilometre section of trail from the Murchison Township to the rail bridge at...

Natural Attractions Touring Route

Shepparton & Goulburn Valley

Explore Shepparton & Goulburn Valley's natural attractions and places of interest by...

River Country Adventours

13 Mackie Street, Kyabram

Canoeing and kayaking on the nearby Goulburn and Murray Rivers available for everyone....

Victoria Park Lake

520 Wyndham Street, Shepparton

Victoria Park Lake in the heart of the city of Shepparton is a tranquil, picturesque...