Planning Your Visit to Bright? Here’s What You Can Do!
Not sure what to do when you visit Bright, Victoria? Whether you’re after outdoor adventure, relaxing nature walks, or a taste of local culture, there’s something for everyone. Plus, if you’re staying at Riverbend Homestead, you’ll have even more activities to enjoy right on the property!
Explore Bright – A Gateway to the High Country
Bright is located in North East Victoria, serving as a major gateway to the Victorian Alps. Known for its majestic alpine scenery, native wildlife, and picturesque rivers, Bright is a favorite destination year-round.
- Morses Creek and the Ovens River feature scenic walking and cycling tracks, perfect for short or long strolls.
- Summer in Bright is warm and sunny, making it an ideal spot for swimming, picnics, and outdoor adventures.
- Bright Spring Festival (starting 21st October) is a must-see, showcasing beautiful blossoms, markets, and events.
- Extended Snow Season – This year, the snow season runs until 8th October, meaning you can experience both spring and snow in one trip!
While you are staying at Riverbend Homestead here are some things you can do in Bright and surrounds
- Horse riding in the Kiewa Valley.
- Trail bike riding at Harrietville and Abbeyard.
- Busk waking in the pristine Mt Buffalo National Park.
- Short walks around Bright.
- Swimming in the Ovens river at Centenary Park Bright and River Reserve Porepunkah during warmer months. A lifeguard is on duty and is safe for all the kids.
- The Bright Markets held on 3rd Saturday of each month between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm.
- The underground river horizontal cave at Mt Buffalo. Beware the water is very cold and the rocks are extremely slippery.
- Road cycling along the Great Alpine Road to Mt Holtham. 305 km of scenic views from Wangaratta to Bairnsdale over the top at Mt Hotham.
- High Country Bike Adventures Tours – North East Victoria. Explore the best of Victoria’s North East and the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail on a tour of your choice.
- See the town of Bright from Apex and Tower scenic lookouts.
- Alpine Paragliding
- Tour of Duty Bright – Get a tour around the area – go to places you couldn’t normally go too
Things you can do at Riverbend Homestead
- During the warmer months you can swim in the dam on the Riverbend Homestead property.
- You can feed the sheep, alpacas and chickens.
- You can fish in the dam or Ovens River which runs through the Riverbend Farm.
- You and your children can ride push bikes around the property.
- or play basketball in the car park and many games room in the carport area.
- or simply relax on the deck…see more here
These are just a few ideas of things you can do in Bright and surrounds and at Riverbend to help you plan your stay.