Red Gum
In Smith St you will find a giant old red gum which is 18 m tall and 8 m in circumference with a 27-m spread.
Ovens Valley State Forests
There are large tracts of bush and forest in the area which are popular with 4WD drivers.. They are generally closed until late November. Ring the local office of the Department of Natural Resources and Environment for maps and advice. They are located in McGeehan Crescent,tel:(03) 5752 1911.
Deer,Emu and Ostrich Farm
The Snow Lion Red Deer Stud,Emu Farm and Restaurant is located 15 km south-east along the Great Alpine Rd at Eurobin. It is open daily from 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Other times are possible but only for large groups and only by prior arrangement. Visitors can wander around and observe the deer,ostriches,emus and other farm animals. Driving tours into the local forest are sometimes run,but only for large groups and only if staff numbers are sufficient and the weather is fine,tel:(03) 5756 2365.
Horse and Dingo Stud
The Nug Nug Quarter Horse and Dingo Stud is 16 km south on Buffalo River Rd. It is only open for large groups,tel:(03) 5754 2209.
Lake Buffalo
Fishing and watersports are popular at Lake Buffalo,24 km south via Buffalo River Rd which heads off the Great Alpine Rd. There are no facilities other than a toilet block and wood barbecues. Fishing is also popular on the Ovens and Buffalo Rivers,Rose River and Barwidgee Creek.