About Lara & You Yangs Regional Park
Lara sits on the doorstep of You Yangs Regional Park, a sprawling volcanic reserve known for its rocky outcrops, open woodlands, and extensive trail network. Located between Melbourne and Geelong, it's an ideal base for touring the region and exploring the park's dramatic landscape.
Walks & Trails
You Yangs offers an outstanding range of hiking options across its network of tracks. Try the Kurrajong - Track 1 - Eastern Epic for an easy introduction to the park, or tackle harder routes like the Kurrajong - Track 17 - Lumberjack Track and Kurrajong - Track 16 - Plantation Track. Standout walks include the Big Rock Walk, Lumberjack Track, Axeman's Track, and Plantation Track. Mountain bikers can ride the Pump Like Tom pump track.
Camping
Campers can stay at Mittagong Camp Site just 8km away, or the Avalon Rest Area 12km out. For caravan parks, Eldorado Tourist Park, Werribee South Caravan Park, and Geelong Holiday Park offer established facilities nearby. Budget-conscious travellers can use the free Little River Walk-in Camping Area.
Wineries & Cellar Doors
The Geelong wine region is close by, with cellar doors including Austin's, Idlyl Wines, and Clyde Park Vineyard and Bistro all within 25km. Hoddles Creek Estate, Bannockburn Vineyards, and Barrgowan Vineyard offer further options for wine touring.
Golf
Elcho Park Golf Course is just 11km away, while Geelong Golf Club, Werribee Golf Club, and East Geelong Golf Course provide additional courses within the region.
Pubs & Dining
The Lara Hotel offers a bistro just 8km away for casual meals and drinks. Further afield, Wah Bah features a beer garden, while Peninsula Hotel-Motel provides accommodation and dining options.