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Bay of Whales Gallery
The gallery showcases sophisticated, world class oil paintings of animals and birds. It is located 18 kilometres from Portland with uninterrupted views of the Southern Ocean.
www.bayofwhalesgallery.com.au
Cape Nelson Lighthouse
Located a short drive south of Portland on the Great South West Walk, the Cape Nelson Lighthouse offers guided tours of the historic precinct and an on-site cafe
www.capenelsonlighthouse.com.au
Cape Nelson State Park
Located 11 km south-west of Portland, this park featuring spectacular coastal cliffs, diverse bird life, picturesque walks and picnic areas
www.parks.vic.gov.au
Cobboboonee National Park
Situated north-west of Portland, it consists of lowland forests, heathlands and wetlands with several walking tracks, picnic areas and a horse riding trail
www.parks.vic.gov.au
Discovery Bay Coastal Park
Features a majestic 50 kilometre sweep of ocean beach, huge dunes, Aboriginal middens and coastal lakes
www.parks.vic.gov.au
Gannets
Australia's only mainland colony of Australasian gannets is found 6 kilometres west of Portland at Point Danger. Hundreds of gannets are nesting and raising young from July to April, and these birds can be observed at all stages of their life, from chicks to adult birds. View them from a live TV screen at the Portland Visitor Information Centre or a closer guided visit can be arranged with the expert staff at the visitor information centre.
www.visitportland.com.au
Great South West Walk
The Great South West Walk is a 250 kilometre walking track that forms a giant loop between Portland and Nelson. It passes through 4 national parks and follows the coast along the Discovery Bay Coastal Park and inland along the Glenelg River. Along the way see stunning natural features including sandy beaches, rock formations, ocean views, forests and the picturesque Glenelg River with its gorges and limestone cliffs.
www.greatsouthwestwalk.com
Lower Glenelg National Park
Covering 27,300 hectares and situated in the south-western corner of Victoria, the Glenelg River is the park's central feature as it carves gorges up to 50 metres deep through limestone
www.parks.vic.gov.au
Mount Richmond National Park
Situated to the west of Portland and north of Cape Bridgewater, the park is based around an extinct volcano surrounded by low, flat land and is noted for its flora and fauna
www.parks.vic.gov.au
Portland Cable Trams
For a taste of yesteryear, step aboard a restored cable tram for a 7 kilometre journey along Portland's scenic foreshore and enjoy beach and harbour views. Hop on or off at various attractions along the way including the botanic gardens, World War 2 lookout tower, the Powerhouse Car Museum and Maritime Discovery Centre. At the cable tram depot is a museum which showcases local items of history, a model train display and a huge collection of gemstones.
www.portlandcabletrams.com.au
Portland Maritime Discovery Centre
Offers themed displays which include immigration, whaling, shipwrecks, rescue, navigation, tools, underwater exploration and much more. It is located at the visitor information centre.
www.visitportland.com.au
Powerhouse Car Museum
A museum offering an extensive display of vintage and classic cars, as well as motorbikes and engines
www.visitportland.com.au