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POINT HICKS LIGHTHOUSE
Perched on a bare granite headland, surrounded by Croajingolong
National and World Biosphere park stands the 1890 Point Hicks
Lighthouse with its historic Oregon timber cottages nestled
below. The place in Australia first sighted by Captain Cook
and his crew on the 'Endeavour', named after his first Lieutenant
Zachary Hicks.
Little has changed......................
Climb mainland Australia's tallest lighthouse, take a walk along
a secluded beach or challenge yourself to the towering dunes,
explore the wreck of the S.S.Saros or snorkel around the historic
West Point.
Try your hand at landing the elusive Freshwater Bass. Catch
site of a Humpback Whale as it hurls its bulky body out of the
water whilst its young calf waves its pectoral fin, spot over
one third of Australia's bird species.
Canoe the pristine Mueller Inlet or the enchanting Thurra Swamps
or simply relax and dine on the wide verandahs watching seals,
waves, schooling salmon and a spectacular summer sunset.
Rug up and endure the wild winter weather only to retire beside
a cosy wood fire.
WHERE?
This special hidden treasure can be enjoyed at any time of the
year and is located fifty minutes off the Princes Hwy from Cann
River in far East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia. (approximately
mid way between Melbourne and Sydney and just 4 hours from Canberra).
More details on our CONTACT page.
WHALE WATCHING
Best time: June and November
THURRA AND MUELLER RIVER
CAMPGROUNDS
Located five kilometres from the lightstation, these small,
unobtrusive campgrounds are nestled among tea tree and big old
coastal mahogany, each site with its own character and charm;
just a stone's throw from the beach. |
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