FAMILY

You will find lots of things to do within the other Activities headings, but here are some that are
very family orientated that can be found around the Gippsland Lakes area.

First Bumper Carriage Company  Jamie the famous Clydesdale takes you for the great ‘Town and Koalas Tour" or just "a turn around the block". A great way to see Raymond Island at a leisurely pace. ADULTS $11   U13  $6   SENIORS $9       CONTACT LEONARD BRISTOW FOR TIMETABLE  0413 029 084

Bairnsdale’s Cinema Centre
Shows the latest release films on 3 screens in a new modern setting. McLeod St. is easily reached by turning left at Luckes Meat Works as you drive in to Bairnsdale along the Mitchell River from Paynesville, just after the 60 speed limit sign.
McLeod St. Bairnsdale. Phone 1900 937 375 or 5152 6455 for session details

Bike Riding

The Rail Trail The Bairnsdale to Orbost railway line has been turned into a recreational trail which starts in Bairnsdale & continues to Nowa Nowa which is about 60kms. Eventually it will completed to reach Orbost which will make it around 100kms long.    Check the Rail Trail website http://www.railtrails.org.au/ or ask Gippsland Lakes Escapes for a brochure. If you like biking, this is a great trip to pack a picnic and enjoy with the whole family.

 Bairnsdale Aquatic & Recreation Centre
The center caters for recreational and fitness requirements. Great indoor pool facilities.
Mackean Street, Bairnsdale Phone 51 52 5710

GO KARTS

Lakes Go –Karts
Free entry to this fun park, but pay for the go-karts and other facilities. Go-karts are suitable for ages 5-adult. Remote control boats & pirate canons too.
Benhind the Central Hotel, Lakes Entrance ph 51 55 3981

MINI GOLF

Lakes Entrance Mini-Golf & Trampolines
Trampolines and minigolf within the one complex.
56 RoadKnight St, Lakes Entrance

TRAIL RIDES
There are several companies providing trail riding experiences within 30 to 45 minutes of Paynesville.
Coonawarra Trail Rides (5157 6395, 0428 576 395) explore the foothills of Dargo and cater for small or larger groups, inexperienced or experienced riders, 1 hour to overnight rides.

Dinner Plain Trail Rides  offer great treks in the High Country and Mountain Trails. An hour and half from
Paynesville.  CaLL 51 45 6055

THE GREAT ALPINE ROAD
Not far from Paynesville is the beginning of the Great Alpine Road. Drive some of it, or all of it and still be back to your base of Paynesville in time for dinner.
Bruthen is a great family destination only 35 minutes from Payesnville.

Dream Time Doll House
Visit this porcelain doll teaching studio to view dolls in all stages of their manufacture.
See how Paints are applied and how the dolls almost come to life. Over 150 dolls on display.
121 Chambers Road, Bruthen phone 51 57 5553

Something Sweet
Old fashioned lollies, licorice and sweet treats for all. Espresso coffee, Tea and Cake also.
Main Street Bruthen

Bruthen Bakery If you are visiting the Doll House, stop in at the Bruthen Bakery for a gourmet pie or sausage roll, and a special cake or two.