Orbost Visitor Information Centre - The Slab Hut

17/11/2024

🏞 Escape to Hectors Campground 🏞

For those craving a true wilderness experience, Hectors Campground is the spot! Just 23km from Orbost, turn right onto Back Break Track, then left onto Hectors Track. Nestled beside the river, it offers grassy sites with no facilities—just you and nature! 🌲

🚙 4WD ONLY due to the steep descent, but the reward? Total serenity by the river. This is the place to unplug, unwind, and connect with the great outdoors. 🌌

Ready for the adventure? 🏕

15/11/2024

It's OPEN!

14/11/2024

📍 Discover Stringers Knob: A Historical Site & Scenic Picnic Spot 🌲🔥

Visit Stringers Knob, a place of history, resilience, and natural beauty. This historic site, once home to a unique single-pole fire tower, now serves as a tribute to those who worked here and a reminder of the 2019/20 bushfires' impact. 🌿✨

Just 27.5 km from Orbost via the Orbost-Buchan Road, take a left onto Monument Track (unsealed) and drive 2.6 km to reach the picnic area. Accessible by 2WD in dry conditions or 4WD year-round, it’s an ideal spot for reflection and a scenic day out. 🛤️🚗

12/11/2024

🎉 New In: Eco-Friendly Bamboo Fiber Kids Cup Sets! 🎉

Looking for the perfect gift that’s as adorable as it is sustainable? 🌿 Our bamboo fiber cup sets for kids come in delightful designs featuring cockatoos, koalas, kangaroos, bees, and even underwater scenes! 🐨🦘🐝🐟 Made for little hands and big smiles, these cups are ideal for everyday use and special occasions alike. 🌈💚

Visit us today to explore these unique, eco-friendly sets and find the perfect one for your little ones! 🌏💖

12/11/2024

🎉 The Slab Hut Carpark Market is back! 🎉
After a fantastic turnout earlier this year, we’re excited to welcome everyone back on Saturday, November 30th, from 9 AM to 12 PM! Start your Christmas shopping with unique local finds, browse a variety of stalls, and explore the treasures inside the historic hut.
Stall Holders Wanted! Interested in setting up a stall? Booking a spot is completely free—we’d love to have you join us!
Come support local, grab a bargain, and enjoy a morning of community spirit. See you there! 🌟

10/11/2024

🌄 Discover Long Point Campground 🌄

Looking for a hidden gem along the Snowy River? Long Point Campground is a beautiful, free camping spot surrounded by lush, grassy sites with picnic tables, fire pits, and toilet facilities. 🌱🔥

Just 23km along the Buchan-Orbost Road, then onto a 7km gravel stretch. Heads up—there’s a steep descent, so bring your 4WD for this adventure! 🚙💨 The peaceful riverside views and wide-open skies make it worth the drive. Perfect for those seeking a little extra seclusion and stunning natural scenery. 🌌

Who’s ready to escape to nature? 🏕

07/11/2024

🌳 Explore the Drummer Rainforest Walk and Picnic Ground! 🍃

Located just off the Princes Hwy, 11km east of Cann River, the Drummer Rainforest Walk offers a beautiful 1km stroll through lush, warm temperate rainforest alongside the serene Thurra River. 🌊✨

This relaxing walk is perfect for nature lovers and families alike, providing a peaceful escape into the beauty of East Gippsland’s natural landscapes. Don’t forget to pack a picnic and enjoy the scenic surroundings!

06/11/2024

05/11/2024

🦜 Locally Handmade Bird Cards! 📸

We’re thrilled to stock this stunning range of locally handmade bird cards featuring beautiful photography by Christine Townsend. 🐦✨ Each card captures the vibrant beauty of Australian birdlife, making them perfect for nature lovers or a thoughtful, unique gift.

Support local artists and share the beauty of nature with these lovingly crafted cards, available now at The Hut.

03/11/2024

🏕️ Goongerah Camping Ground: Your Next Adventure Awaits! 🌲

Looking for a peaceful retreat in nature? The Goongerah Camping Ground and picnic area is a perfect free campsite located on Ellery Creek Track in Goongerah. 🌿 Enjoy the beautiful grassy spaces right on the banks of the Brodribb River, perfect for a relaxing stay or a riverside picnic.

✨ Features:
🔥 Fire pits for campfire cooking
🚻 Toilet facilities available
🌳 Plenty of open space to set up camp and enjoy the great outdoors!

Pack up your gear and explore this scenic camping spot with family and friends!

31/10/2024

🌊 Discover Neville's Falls – A Hidden Gem in East Gippsland! 🌲

Tucked away to the north-east of Cann River on the Thurra River, Neville’s Falls is a spectacular yet little-known spot for adventurers. You can even drive over the top of the waterfall and take a dip in the swimming hole below, though be ready for the natural tannin-colored water! 🏞️

This location is part of the East Gippsland Back Road Tours Map, but be aware—it’s for serious 4WD enthusiasts only! The track is overgrown, and a few extra pinstripes on your vehicle are likely, but the beauty and solitude are well worth it.

If you’re up for an off-the-beaten-path adventure, Neville’s Falls should be on your list! 🚙💦

29/10/2024

🧼 New at The Hut: Nicholson River Soaps! 🐐🛁

We’re excited to introduce the luxurious Nicholson River Soaps to The Hut🌿 Handcrafted with love and care in East Gippsland, these soaps were born from one mother’s mission to help her son’s eczema using the power of natural, handmade goat milk soap—straight from their own farm!

From there, Nicholson River Soaps has flourished, now offering not only goat milk soaps, but also unique buffalo milk and camel milk soaps! 🐃🐪 Each bar is carefully crafted with natural ingredients that nourish and protect your skin.

24/10/2024

22/10/2024

🦋🐝 New at The Hut: Discover Australia's Insects! 🐞🐛

We’re excited to now stock 100 Australian Butterflies, Bees, Beetles & Bugs at The Hut. 🌿📖 This beginner’s field guide by nature-enthusiast Georgia Angus is your perfect companion for exploring the weird and wonderful world of Australian insects.

From bogong moths to witjuti grubs, this book will share how to find and identify 100 of Australia’s key native species.

✨ Easy-to-read information paired with distribution maps
🎨 Beautiful, hand-drawn illustrations
🌏 Insights from Gumbaynggirr, Yugambeh, Alyawarr, and Warlpiri Peoples about traditional knowledge and insect names in language

Perfect for nature lovers, families, and adventurers alike! 🦗📚

20/10/2024

🏕️ Discover Sandy Point Camp Ground! 🌲

Looking for a rugged adventure in nature? Sandy Point Camp Ground is the perfect escape! Located just 35km from Orbost on the beautiful Snowy River, this hidden gem is ideal for those who love the outdoors. 🌿

🚙 4WD access only – perfect for off-road enthusiasts
🚻 Facilities include: Toilets, picnic tables, and fire pits
🔥 Enjoy the serenity of the bush, cook up a feast over the fire, and relax by the riverside.

Come explore this peaceful spot and reconnect with nature!