Lakes Entrance sits where the Gippsland Lakes meet the Southern Ocean, at the edge of Ninety Mile Beach. Visit Victoria destination overview (opens in a new tab) and Visit Gippsland local guide (opens in a new tab) are useful starting points for planning a considered visit.
The lakeside Esplanade and footbridge offer a simple way to orient yourself between the inlet and beach. The Hummocks Walk (The Entrance Walk) (opens in a new tab) follows the lake edge towards the meeting of the lakes and ocean; check local conditions, signage and access before setting out.
For a beach day, Ninety Mile Beach guidance (opens in a new tab) explains the coastal setting. Conditions can change, so choose activities that match the weather, water conditions and your experience.
The Lakes Entrance and District Community Plan (opens in a new tab) records local community priorities. It is useful context for visitors who want to treat the town as a lived-in place, support local businesses and use shared foreshore spaces thoughtfully.
The planned Krauatungalung Walk project update (opens in a new tab) and the Council project information (opens in a new tab) describe a proposed coastal walking route. Treat this as project information rather than a claim of current trail access: confirm the latest official advice before making plans.
Visit Victoria identifies Lakes Entrance as being on Gunaikurnai Country. Follow local guidance, respect cultural places and Traditional Owner authority, and leave natural and community spaces as you find them.
Sources last validated: 1 September 2026.