The Orchard
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About
You are greeted by large open grassy area, get out and stretch your legs along the journey. This is the first site of many that run along the Southern edge of Lake Eildon in the Delatite Arm Reserve. This site also includes an information board that can be used to determine your adventure for the day. This site is the beginning of a highly used area for several recreational activities, including: fishing, four-wheel driving, motorbike riding, water sports and camping.This site can become busy during the warmer months and peak season
Camping
Situated on the edge of lake Eildon this site is perfect for the avid water sportsman, with good access to Lake Eildon. With open grassy woodlands surrounding you there is plenty of room for spreading out and setting up camp. Because of the easy access to this site it can become very busy during peak times.
Caravans and campervans
This site can be accessed by small caravans and camper trailers, although be aware that you may have to travel long distances on dirt roads.
Getting there
From Mansfield head towards Mount Buller, turning right on Mansfield Woods Point road follow this for 9.5 km before turning right onto Piries-Goughs Bay Rd, following this road for 7.3km before turning right onto Walshs Rd. Follow Walshs Road for 3 Km and you will find the site on the right.This road is 2WD accessible, but caution should be taken during changed weather conditions.
Location: -37.181455, 146.009651 · Open in maps · BOM forecast · Campground data dated 2026-10-14
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