Child-friendly activities
Whether they’re feeding kangaroos, getting lost in a hedge maze, or racing down a flying fox, Mansfield is packed with fun-filled activities that will keep little ones busy for hours.
/ MANSFIELD ZOO - Home to 220 animals including lions, alligators, meerkats plus kangaroos and deer you can feed.
/ THE MAZE - Large hedge maze, labyrinth and beautiful, walled gardens
/ BOTANIC PARK PLAYGROUND - Ropes, flying foxes, sand pit
area with water pump.
/ MANSFIELD MINI GOLF - Mini golf, coffee, freshly cooked hot donuts, ice cream by the scoop.
/ MANSFIELD LIBRARY - With nature design, and kids area
Cycling, Riding & Hiking
Take the long way round. The Great Victorian Rail Trail winds through rolling farmland, hike the peaks or saddle up to meander through the ranges on horse-back.
/ CYCLING - Ride the Rail Trail, roads or gravel.
/ MOUNTAIN BIKING - Send it on cross-country, gravity and adventure mountain bike trails
/ HORSE RIDING - Ride through spectacular trails once roamed by The Man from Snowy River.
/ BUSHWALKING & HIKING - Discover hidden waterfalls, wildflower-filled meadows, and breathtaking viewpoints.
Drinking & Dining
Winding High Country roads lead to boutique wineries, distilleries, and artisanal producers, where you can sip cool-climate wines, taste small-batch brews and discover why the region is a foodie’s paradise.
/ DELATITE WINES – Architect-designed cellar door
/ HONCHO - modern Mexican x Australian restaurant
/ SWIFTCREST DISTILLERY - Artisan vodka and gin
/ THE FIELDS - A fun little casual eatery & bar
/ MANSFIELD COFFEE MERCHANT - Specialty coffee & cafe
/ BULLER ROAD BREWERY - Laid back, small-batch beers
Lakes & Rivers
Swim, fish, boat, or simply soak in the tranquility, just a short drive from Mansfield, Lake Eildon, Lake Nillahcootie and a selection of great river banks are the spot to unwind.
Bring your paddle board, hire a kayak, have a paddle, cast a fishing line at sunrise, or pack a picnic and watch the water shimmer under the afternoon sun.
/ RIVERS & LAKES - Great spots to visit
/ BRACKS BRIDGE - Peaceful river flats and picnic area
Mt Buller & Mt Stirling
Just 40 minutes from Mansfield, Mt Buller transforms into a snow-covered paradise, offering skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing, and après-ski experiences. Mt Stirling is a peaceful more nature-focused experience perfect for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snowplay.
When the snow melts, Mt Buller & Mt Stirling become a playground for hikers, mountain bikers, and nature lovers.
/ MT BULLER - Resort with downhill skiing and snowboarding lifts, restaurants and shops.
/ MT STIRLING - Nature-based mountain with a cafe, cross-country skiing, snow-shoeing and snow play.
Adventure, nature & indulgence
Our guide to exploring the High Country
Wake to crisp country air, step outside with a warm coffee, and feel the High Country’s magic unfold around you. Mansfield and the surrounding region offer breathtaking landscapes, thrilling adventures, and gourmet experiences, all within easy reach of Rosedale House.
Whether you’re here for skiing, lake days, scenic drives, or long, lazy lunches, you’ll find something to inspire, delight, and reconnect you with the beauty of the moment.
