Sightseeing
Quick walk up to the Mount, for a spectacular view of the deepest scoria enclosed crater in Victoria.
If you're lucky, you may spot some eagles at play.
Mount Noorat
Quick walk up to the Mount, for a spectacular view of the deepest scoria enclosed crater in Victoria.
If you're lucky, you may spot some eagles at play.
On a friday, if arranged through the Mortlake Information Centre, you can fossick for Olivine / Peridot, for which the area is renowned.
Mount Shadwell
On a friday, if arranged through the Mortlake Information Centre, you can fossick for Olivine / Peridot, for which the area is renowned.
Most beautiful beach in the region (In my opinion!) The stairs to access were broken, last time I visited, but the adjacent coves are also nice. Not safe for swimming.
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Bay of Islands
Bay of Islands TrackMost beautiful beach in the region (In my opinion!) The stairs to access were broken, last time I visited, but the adjacent coves are also nice. Not safe for swimming.
I-Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve
105 Lake View RdSpot some emus or koalas.
Drive to the end of the Curdies River Road to walk the Timboon Camperdown Rail Trail. See some iconic disused timber trestle bridges, and rail equipment.
Curdies River
Drive to the end of the Curdies River Road to walk the Timboon Camperdown Rail Trail. See some iconic disused timber trestle bridges, and rail equipment.
The only place to see Californian Redwoods on the Australian mainland. This stand of trees was planted in the 1930s besides a beautiful creek. Good spot for a packed lunch!
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Californian Redwood Forest
The only place to see Californian Redwoods on the Australian mainland. This stand of trees was planted in the 1930s besides a beautiful creek. Good spot for a packed lunch!
Grampians National Park
See it.
The only place on mainland australia where australian and new zealand fur seals can be seen in adjacent colonies.
Bit of a walk, but on a beautiful day - its a pleasure.
Seal Colony
The only place on mainland australia where australian and new zealand fur seals can be seen in adjacent colonies.
Bit of a walk, but on a beautiful day - its a pleasure.
Everything Else
103 Dunlop St
103 Dunlop StreetMortlake & Region Visitor Information Centre
Essentials
Bates M N&I L
47 Officer StBates IGA and Liquor.
Groceries and Grog: opening hours are limited.
Food Scene
Macs Hotel
90 Dunlop StStandard Australian Pub Grub
Mt Shadwell Hotel / The Stables Motel
128 Dunlop StStandard Australian Pub Grub
Good vegan and vegetarian-friendly cafe, fresh salads, smoothies and juices.
Best lunch / breakfast in Warrnambool!
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Day Kitty
52B Kepler StGood vegan and vegetarian-friendly cafe, fresh salads, smoothies and juices.
Best lunch / breakfast in Warrnambool!
Not bad cakes and coffee.
Best views for breakfast / brunch or lunch.
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Pavilion Cafe & Bar
50 Viaduct RdNot bad cakes and coffee.
Best views for breakfast / brunch or lunch.
Good cake, lunch, and locally made delicacies (Cheese & Icecream!)
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Timboon Railway Shed Distillery
1 Bailey StGood cake, lunch, and locally made delicacies (Cheese & Icecream!)
114 Dunlop St
114 Dunlop StreetThe only non-pub restaurant in Mortlake
122 Dunlop St
122 Dunlop StreetTake-Away pizza and fried food.
Shopping
The mill market has the best and most affordable antiques / vintage in the region. Cheaper and more unique selection than the Daylesford / Geelong versions (IMO!)
The Mill Markets
61-77 Flaxman StThe mill market has the best and most affordable antiques / vintage in the region. Cheaper and more unique selection than the Daylesford / Geelong versions (IMO!)
180 Timor St
180 Timor StreetMore vintage / antiques
On a Sunday from 8am-1pm get the best and most affordable, fresh flowers, organic veggies / fruit, bric-a-brac in the area from the Undercover Market. Look for Nick's Merri Banks Organic Produce.
Wannon Park
On a Sunday from 8am-1pm get the best and most affordable, fresh flowers, organic veggies / fruit, bric-a-brac in the area from the Undercover Market. Look for Nick's Merri Banks Organic Produce.