The great Goulburn River picnic trail

The secret to a memorable picnic is simple: buy the good things locally and choose a view worth lingering over. This self-guided trail pairs bakeries, farm-gate flavours and regional treats with some of the best picnic spots in The Goulburn Region.

Stop one | Seymour

Collect fresh bread, pastries and coffee in town, Baracca Lane is a favourite, then spread out beneath the trees along the Goulburn River Trail, gravel paths make for an easy a gentle walk before getting back on the road.

Stop two | Nagambie

Add cheese, fruit and something sparkling to the basket, then choose between the Lake Nagambie foreshore and the quieter sands of Elloura Beach. Both by the waterfront and town centre. The boardwalk adds an easy post-lunch wander.

Stop three | Murchison

Murchison is made for a classic country picnic. Pick up bakery favourites, find a shady place beside the river and leave time for the town’s meteorite story. It is an easy, low-key stop that feels genuinely local.

Stop four | Shepparton & Mooroopna

Stock up on seasonal Goulburn Valley produce at SPC Factory Sales, then picnic beside Victoria Park Lake or among native landscapes at the Australian Botanic Gardens. Families can add a play stop; walkers can follow the shared paths towards the river.

Stop five | Euroa

Finish at Seven Creeks Park, one of regional Victoria’s loveliest road-trip pauses. Green lawns, old trees, water, barbecues and walking paths do the hard work for you. Nearby cafes and providores can take care of dessert.