Rawson: Trails, lake and activities

Rawson offers several reasons to get active outdoors: the Erica to Rawson Trail runs all the way to the town centre and is designed for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. At Rawson Crater Lake, a short circuit offers a peaceful walk; a skate park and seasonal swimming add further activities. For a family trip, you can consider which experiences you would like to make the focus of your stay.

The Erica to Rawson Trail runs all the way to the town centre

Construction of the 4,700-metre-long Erica to Rawson Trail was completed after two years. The trail is designed for walkers, cyclists and horse riders, and runs all the way to Rawson town centre. Its length and designated user types give you concrete points to consider when deciding whether walking, cycling or riding suits your plans.

A short trail at Rawson Crater Lake

A short, 500 m trail runs around Rawson Crater Lake. It is suitable for a peaceful walk by the lake, offering a different experience from the Erica to Rawson Trail. If you are looking for a compact nature walk during your stay, the trail’s length is a helpful guide when making your choice.

The landscape along the trail is home to many native birds and wild animals. This also makes the lakeside trail interesting for travellers who prefer to spend time outdoors at a relaxed pace and take in their surroundings. For families, the walk offers a shared experience in nature; the specific trail length provides a clear, manageable point of reference.

Another point of interest in nature near Rawson, Gippsland, is Phoenix Paintball, set amid 40 acres of bushland. Those interested in the landscape around the town will find another clearly identified setting here, in addition to the lakeside trail. Phoenix Paintball and Rawson Crater Lake are distinct points of interest for planning your trip; mentioning them does not imply that they share a route.

Skate park and seasonal swimming

Rawson Skate Park was developed as a new skate park with varied surfaces, ramps and other features. Its design makes it a standalone way to include some activity in your stay. If skateboarding is one of your family’s interests, you can take the skate park into account when deciding which experiences Rawson has to offer for your trip.

Rawson Indoor Summer Pool is open seasonally from December to March. If swimming is an important part of your stay, this period is relevant to your travel plans. Your choice of travel dates will therefore depend on whether you want to focus mainly on the trail and lakeside walk or also include the seasonal pool.

Rawson as a base for your holiday rental

A holiday rental in Rawson is a fitting option if you want to include the town’s trails and recreational activities mentioned above in your plans. In particular, consider the role the seasonally open swimming pool will play in your trip: it is listed as a seasonal option from December to March. Choose Rawson as your destination if these specific interests suit what you would like to do with your family.

More places to explore: Gembrook, Skye, Hopetoun, Raywood, Dimboola, Pearcedale, Somerville and Dennington.

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