Bright Gold

Take in the breathtaking scenery in Bright Victoria Australia

In Victoria, Australia, tourists will find the town of Bright enjoying more than its fair share of natural beauty. Rivers, lakes, valleys and mountains draw visitors from Bright and beyond for day trips and holidays. Many activities take place here, including several extreme sports. This can also be a good place for quiet reflection along a tranquil river bank or in a boat, floating peacefully along under a blue sky.

If you came to water ski, canoe, kayak or raft, this Victoria town was a good choice. The Ovens and Buckland Rivers offer you miles of water to test your skills or learn from experts. Stick to a bit of quiet fly fishing on Lake Buffalo or at its edge.

Some people just cannot stand the motion of a boat while others are terrified of water. For them, there are plenty of options on land. Explore the former path of gold diggers along Diggings Walk, join a tour to learn about Bright history, or pan for gold. You could find a bit, though nothing to get excited about. The gold rush was over long ago and is chronicled by local exhibits. Visit Bright Museum and other spots to learn how a fever for gold impacted this place and its people.

Cycling provides the chance to get exercise and get around faster than feet alone will take you. Bring your bike and consult thorough maps, detailing paths just right for your ability and preferred distance. Should your bike remain at home, no worries: rental services will fill the gap. This goes for anyone in your family, whether an adult or a small child. Hire an infant trailer, tandem for a child or a bike for your youngster to ride on her own. Your rental facility will also offer services and accessories.

Look up and you might see yourself: or, yourself as you dream to be. Flying high above Bright, getting an incredible view of the town, valley and rivers, are a number of brave people. They fly by microlight, hang glider or paraglider. You can too. Just make arrangements for lessons and start soaring, just like in your dreams.

For the lovers of small wonders, spend some time in parks and forests. These include Buckland Valley State Forest, Mount Buffalo National Park and Alpine National Park. Toddlers are close enough to the ground already to spot small creatures and renew your fascination with them via their own. Renew an interest in small wonders through an exploration of the natural beauty around Bright. This does not mean abandoning your risky side. Mount Buffalo makes a great place to try also boasts its share of adrenaline abseiling, climbing or caving.

A break in this town sounds busy: visitors will need to refuel. Thankfully, eateries of many styles wait to fill your empty stomach, serving Iberian, Australian, Asian and other foods. Stop by a cafe, bakery, winery or brewery for a meal or snack; a drink or a treat.

Should a glass of wine make you sleepy, fall into bed at Ovens Valley Motor Inn. Here guests enjoy the added satisfaction of supporting green initiatives, as every effort is made here to be environmentally neutral. In spite of this fact, guests still enjoy the luxury of a pool and spa. Bright Motor Inn sits within walking distance of eating and shopping opportunities. Bring your family for a convenient break here, or choose from the self-catering, bed and breakfast and other numerous possible places to stay.

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