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Wilsons Promontory, Gippsland

Arrive in Foster and you've reached the gateway to Gippsland's spectacular natural attractions. The town is just 30 minutes from Wilsons Promontory National Park and a short drive from other popular destinations including Shallow Inlet, Corner Inlet, Sandy Point and Waratah Bay.

Rich history
Originally a gold mining town settled in 1871, mining ceased in the 1930s and it has since acted as the major service centre for Wilsons Promontory. Visit Foster Museum and learn about Foster's gold, forestry, dairying and social history.

Lookouts
The town offers inspiring views over Corner Inlet to the peaks of the Prom. Visit local lookouts such as Foster North Lookout on the South Gippsland Highway or Mt Nicholl Lookout. Embark on Hayes Walk and view the site of Victory Mine, the town's largest gold mine. The walk starts in town and takes approximately 15 minutes to complete.

Outdoor activities
Head to Shallow Inlet for windsurfing or Corner Inlet for birdwatching and fishing. Swim at the local beaches of Sandy Point and Waratah Bay.

Things to do

Wilsons Promontory

Wilsons Promontory National Park

Visit the southernmost point of the Australian mainland. Wilsons Promontory is arguably the most loved national park in Victoria.
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Tarra Bulga National Park, Gippsland

Tarra Bulga National Park

Experience Tarra Bulga National Park in South Gippsland. The park is well known for its giant Mountain Ash trees and beautiful fern gullies.
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Windy Ridge Vineyard and Winery

See South Gippslands oldest vineyard, planted in 1978. Wines are grown, made and bottled on-site, with tastings in the working winery.
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Waratah Hills Vineyard

Waratah Hills Vineyard

Taste fine wines at Waratah Hills Vineyard, a boutique vineyard in the hills behind the renowned Waratah Bay in South Gippsland.
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Winery

Basia Mille Vineyard

Drive to Basia Mille Vineyard situated on Waratah Ridge, only 10 minutes' drive from Fish Creek. The vineyard has award-winning Pinot Noir.
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Major events

  • Tastes of Prom Country – January

How to get there

Foster is located approximately 175 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, around two hours' travel along the South Gippsland Highway.

Further Links
www.visitpromcountry.com