There are many lakeside getaways in Victoria and Gippsland Lakes are known as the aquatic jewels.
You can go for a lake side picnic, bird watching or even consider camping under the stars in one of the lake-sides.
A gorgeous lake with a shoreline of 500km is a part of the Lake Eildon National Park.
Lake Eildon
There are many campsites here and outdoor activities for the sporting enthusiasts. Hiking, boating, fishing and kayaking are some of the attractions here.
The water source for this lake is Murray River. The river is a border between Victoria and New South Wales.
Lake Hume
There are campsites here where you can setup a camp on the large grassed areas. Go fishing or boating!
An hours drive from Melbourne, this gorgeous waterhole is close to the Christmas Hills.
Sugarloaf Reservoir
It is a hiker's paradise. The lake is perfect for picnicking, fishing and sailing.
If you are lucky, you get to see the eastern grey kangaroo, echidna, and wallabies.
A beautiful water body nestles between Mount Evelyn and Monbulk at the tip of the Dandenong Ranges National Park.
Silvan Reservoir
There are many accommodation options here. It's only an hour away from Melbourne.
The lake is located at the foot of the Mount Buffalo.
Lake Buffalo
The water is serene and shallow and makes an excellent swimming hole for children. This makes it a great family vacation destination.
Lake King, Victoria and Lake Wellington along with the network of small lakes and lagoons for the Gippsland lake.
Gippsland Lakes
Gippsland lakes are popular destinations for water sports.
An oldest reservoir in Melbourne was established in 1857.
Yan Yean Reservoir
A popular destination among the bird watchers, picnickers, and nature lovers.
The lake is part of the Hattah-Kulkyne National Park. It's located in north-west Victoria adjacent to the Murray River.
Hattah Lakes
The park has 20 lakes that are collectively known as Hattah Lakes. Canoeing, kayaking and fishing are popular activities here.
This lake is one of the series of terminal lakes on the Wimmera River. It is the largest land-locked drainage system in Victoria.
Lake Albacutya
It's a popular destination for hikers, rock climbers, bikers, campers.