LAKES COAST VISITOR GUIDE | PAGE 21 TOORA/PORT WELSHPOOL Nestled between the Strzelecki foothills and Corner Inlet Marine and Coastal Reserve – and overlooking the magnificent Wilsons Promontory National Park – Toora is surrounded by natural beauty. Meaning ‘woman, look after fire’ in the local First Nations language, it is believed Toora was occupied by the indigenous women, when the men in the group departed for cultural ceremonies at what we now know as Wilsons Promontory. Natural beauty The natural beauty and rolling green hills of the Toora region make it a popular location for scenic bushwalking and cycling. Two mountains north of Toora – Mount Best and Mount Fatigue – offer spectacular views of the hills, and across to Corner Inlet and Wilsons Promontory. Closer to town, the view from Centenary Lookout – accessed via Silcocks Hill Road – is particularly impressive. Bird Hide The Toora Bird Hide, located at the end of Toora Jetty Road, overlooks an expansive wetland area and is easily accessible via a wellmaintained boardwalk. The boardwalk to the Hide is only 500 metres long, wheelchairfriendly, and an easy 10-minute return walk. Dogs are not permitted. The wetlands surrounding the bird hide have been classified as ‘internationally important’. Rail Trail The Great Southern Rail Trail also passes through Toora, and is perfect for a peaceful and scenic bike ride or walk. The trail actually goes all the way from Nyora to Port Welshpool, a 109-kilometre journey (one way) – although it’s also fun just to walk or ride a section or two. There are ample access points and villages along the route. The trail passes by South Gippsland’s green rolling hills, and is punctuated by welcoming villages. The trail is also very popular with horse riders, and there is even horse parking at Toora, located at Sagasser Park. You can find out more about the trail – including towns along the way, section maps and distances – at gsrt.com.au Agnes Falls A short drive from Toora is the beautiful Agnes Falls, which – at a height of 59 metres – is Victoria’s highest single-span waterfall. The deep ravine at the waterfall is quite spectacular. Relatively new dining shelters and a toilet block also make it a lovely picnic spot. Port Welshpool and Tarra Bulga The fishing village of Port Welshpool is a 15-minute drive from Toora, while to the north is the spectacular Tarra Bulga National Park – where you can walk through ancient rainforest, walk over an original swing bridge, and perhaps even hear the call of a lyrebird. Boating and fishing Fresh and saltwater fishing opportunities abound around Toora. If you’re saltwater boating, it’s a good idea to grab a detailed map of the area’s expansive system of channels, so you can navigate your way around safely. Some maps even include a fishing guide, pointing out the best spots to target specific species. Surround yourself in natural beauty A short drive from Toora is the beautiful Agnes Falls, which – at a height of 59 metres – is Victoria’s highest single-span waterfall. Photo: Visit Victoria Inverloch Surf Lifesaving Club, 163 Surf Parade, Inverloch Surf Parade, 30 Surf Parade, Inverloch Rotary Centenary Park, Ramsey Boulevard, Inverloch Info Centre, 14-18 Abeckett Street, Inverloch (10am-5pm) Inverloch Foodworks, 10 Reilly Street, Inverloch Environment Centre, Ramsay Boulevard, Inverloch Inverloch Boat Ramp, 20 The Esplanade, Inverloch Cuttriss Street Esplanade, The Esplanade, Inverloch Meeniyan Meeniyan Hall, South Gippsland Highway, Meeniyan (24 hrs) Fish Creek Falls Road, Fish Creek (24 hrs) Wilsons Promontory Boat Ramp, Foley Road, Yanakie (24 hrs) Lilly Pilly Gully, Wilsons Promontory Road (24 hrs) Tidal River Beach, Second Ramp, Tidal River (24 hrs) Norman Bay, Wilsons Promontory Road, Tidal River (24 hrs) Telegraph Track, Wilsons Promontory (24 hrs) Foster Pearl Park, Main Street, Foster (24 hrs) Foster Foster Showgrounds, 71 Nelson Street, Foster (24 hrs) Toora Franklin River Reserve, Sth Gippsland Highway, Toora (24 hrs) Sagassar Park, Victoria Street, Toora (24 hrs) Agnes Falls, 125 Agnes Falls Road, Hazel Park (24 hrs) Port Welshpool Foreshore, Lewis Street, Port Welshpool (24 hrs) Welshpool Main Street, Welshpool (24 hrs) Information correct at time of publication. Source: toiletmap.gov.au Here’s a list of all-abilities public toilets in this region. All toilets are open during daylight hours, unless otherwise specified. More info at toiletmap.gov.au PROM COUNTRY ALL-ABILITIES PUBLIC TOILETS Need a stop? comfort
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