Mildura is the capital of Tropical North Victoria, boasting more sunny days than the Sunshine State.
Located on the banks of the Murray River, it’s the ideal location for watersports all year round. Try wakeboarding, kayaking, SUPing and canoeing on the cool water, or watch from the banks and be a riverside spectator. Mildura is also home to the fastest water skiing race in the world – The Mildura Ski 100 – which attracts more than 600 competitors every year. There are heaps of cruises operating on the river as well, including historic paddle boats which depart from Mildura Wharf every day.
History buffs should check out The Chaffey Trail, an immersive heritage walk made up of twelve connected historical sites. In the 1800s, the Chaffey brothers introduced the Mildura Irrigation Colony and created a series of pumps to lift water from the Murray River and deliver it to pastoral land. This self-guided tour will take you past key locations as you learn about the people and events that made this city what it is today.
A little further away but well worth the drive, Murray Sunset National Park is the largest national park in Victoria. The park is known for its picturesque pink lake, which fluctuates from a deep pink to a glistening white colour. Salt mine relics can be found on the shore, left over from when the salt industry halted its operations in 1979. There are several walking trails to explore in the areas as well, from short to multi-day trails taking you deep into the heart of the park.
To sample the best locally grown fruit and vegetables, visit Sunraysia Farmers Market. Hosted twice a month, the best growers around descend on Mildura to show off their produce while enjoying live music and friendly conversation.
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