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Gabo Island

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Location: Gabo Island Lighthouse Reserve

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Gabo Island is rich in cultural history. This haven for plants and animals offers stunning landscapes with magnificent views of Croajingolong National Park.

The lighthouse was constructed from 1858 to 1862 using the distinctive pink granite found on the island and is the only operating island lighthouse in Victoria.

Tours of the 47-metre high structure are available. The views from the top are spectacular. If you are lucky, you might spot whales, dolphins and seals. Tour fees apply - book with at Parks Victoria’s Mallacoota office prior to your arrival on the island.

How to get there

The island is 13 kilometres from Mallacoota in far East Gippsland. Mallacoota is just off the Princes Highway, midway between Melbourne and Sydney. Access to the island is by air or sea from Mallacoota and is weather dependent.

Aboriginal Traditional Owners

Parks Victoria acknowledges the Aboriginal Traditional Owners of Victoria - including its parks and reserves. Through their cultural traditions, the Bidawal and Nindi-Ngudjam Ngarigu Monero identify Gabo Island as their Traditional Country.

Further information is available from Aboriginal Affairs Victoria AAV and Native Title Services Victoria

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Gabo Island

Sightseeing

Explore the spectacular surrounds at Gabo Island. Enjoy the clear water of Santa Barbara Bay or just relax on the sandy beach whilst taking in the view of the Howe Range. This harbour area contains an amazing underwater world including marine fish, sea stars and sea anemones. Keep a look …

Lighthouse Tours

Lighthouse tours are available at specific times for a maximum of eight people. Fees apply and a moderate level of fitness is required due to steep stairs. The views from the top are spectacular with the chance to spot whales, dolphins and seals from this great vantage point. If you …

Stay overnight

Gabo Island offers a unique accommodation experience. Stay in the Assistant Light Keeper’s residence, featuring three bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, laundry and bathroom with all linen provided. Bookings are required for a minimum of two nights and it caters for up to eight people. All provisions must …

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Autumn domestic firewood collection season ends on 30 June

14 Jun 2013

The Autumn 2013 Firewood Collection Season will close across Victoria at the end of this month (Sunday 30/6/13). Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) Statewide Land and Fire Coordinator Rob Price said: “We want to remind people that, from the 1st of July 2013, all designated firewood collection areas will be closed …

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Park Statistics

Established

December 1995

Area

160ha