King Valley Region
Gentle Annie Caravan and Camping Reserve is the ideal staging point for all that the King Valley, and the North East Region has to offer, from wineries and gourmet food experiences, farm gates, historic sites,
Scenic spots and gives access to limitless activities including swimming and fishing, kayaking, cycling, horse riding and bush walking. You are truly spoilt for choice with the surrounding King Valley to explore.
Getting Here
The Hume Freeway, the Maroondah and Midland Highways, and the Great Alpine Road feed into the region – the journey from Melbourne is a comfortable 3 hours, or 4 hours from Canberra. All roads leading to the region are sealed, and offer spectacular views and places of interest.
Albury Airport facilitates daily flights between Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney and Brisbane, operated by Qantas Link, REX, Virgin Airlines and JETGO. All major rental car agencies are based at the airport. Wangaratta railway station is on the main Sydney-Melbourne rail link.
Or, if you'd like to explore one of the other beautiful towns of the High Country when you visit, try Wangaratta, Albury, Wodonga, Beechworth, Bright, Myrtleford or Porepunkah.
Getting Around
There are lengthy distances between many of our wineries. We recommend planning your itinerary in advance and carpooling with a group of friends.
Local operators offer shuttle services, public tours and private hire for our festivals. Search for North East Coachlines, Warrawee Busline and King Valley Winery Tours.
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Annual Events & Festivals April
Pizzini Easter Festival
Warm hospitality, extended wine tastings, antipasti plates, sweet treats, wine in the grounds and beautiful King Valley views on offer.
The Three Italians Lunch
Italian wine styles, Italian food and music.
Come join Pizzini Wines for an Italian style long lunch and a celebration of all things Italian, with Italian wine styles, Italian food and opera.
Adam Pizzini from award winning Rinaldo’s Casa Cucina is planning a fabulous Italian inspired menu, featuring local, seasonal produce; each course will be matched to Italian varietal wines.
June
King Valley Art Show
This prestigious art show attracts artists from near and far to participate in this creative community.
Weekend Fit for a King
Join the winemaking families of the King Valley to taste new and museum release wines, feast on local produce and hearty family recipes.
www.winesofthekingvalley.com.au
October
King Valley Challenge
The Challenge involves a 15 KM Run, 12 Km Kayak, 39km Cycle and 3.6km run to finish. Commencing a Lake William Hovell and concluding at Powers Lookout.
Duck Regatta
The King River & District Fishing Club hosts the annual Rubber Duck Regatta. Adopt a duck and watch it compete to the finishing line at Gentle Annie Bridge.
www.alpinevalleygetaways.com.au
November
La Dolce Vita Festival
Celebrate the sweet life and the arrival of spring each November. Indulge in wine and authentic Italian inspired food, live music, entertainment, market and activities for children. Book well in advance.
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Food & Dining Restaurants & Eateries
- Cheshunt General Store
www.facebook.com - Chrismont Wines
www.chrismont.com.au - Dal Zotto Winery
www.dalzotto.com.au - Hobbledehoy Cafe and Distillery
www.facebook.com - Ineeta Café Moyhu
www.facebook.com - King River Brewing
www.kingriverbrewing.com.au - Gracebrook
www.gracebrook.com.au - Mohyu Hotel
www.facebook.com - Mountain View Hotel
www.mvhotel.com.au - Pizzini Winery
www.pizzini.com.au - The Oven @ Cheshunt
www.facebook.com - Whitfield General Store
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Produce & Farmgates
- Boonderoo Farm
www.sourdough.com
- King Valley Fine Foods
www.kingvalleyfinefoods.com.au
- King Valley Walnuts
www.kingvalleywalnuts.com.au
- Myrrhee Premium Boer Goats
www.myrrheeboergoats.com.au
- Newtons Organic Prickleberry Farm
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- The Oven @ Cheshunt
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- Pasta Adele
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- Warrawee Apple Orchard
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- Cheshunt General Store
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Things to Do Alpine National Park
The states largest park, protecting its varied alpine environments. Extensive snowfields are the primary winter attractions, the warmer months bring stunning wildflower displays and opportunities for bushwalks and four-wheel driving.
Dandongadale Falls
Located at the edge of the Mt Cobbler Plateau, these falls are the highest in Victoria with a 255m fall.
Powers Lookout
Located 20km north of Whitfield accessed by an easy but narrow track. Offers spectacular views of the King Valley and the opportunity to explore another part of the Ned Kelly Trail.
Stringy Bark Creek & Kelly Tree
Located 30km north of Whitfield, just past Tolmie, this is the site where Ned Kelly shot and killed Thomas Lonigan
www.nedkellytouringroute.com.au
Greta Cemetery
Located 30km from Whitfield lies the final resting place of Ned Kellyand many of his family.
Lake William Hovel
Located approximately 18km from Cheshunt, the lake offers a picturesque recreational area perfect for BBQs, walking and hiking, fishing, canoeing and four-wheel driving activities. The lake contains trout, redfin and some Macquarie perch, and the size can surprise, with trout to 3kg and some healthy reddies in the warmer months.
www.victoriashighcountry.com.au
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Useful Links - Visit Victoria
www.visitvictoria.com - Wines of the King Valley
www.winesofthekingvalley.com.au
- Visit Victoria