You will find Nyerimilang Park about 10 kilometres north-west of Lakes Entrance in East Gippsland. Travel along the Princes Highway and turn on to Kalimna West Road. Drive south along Kalimna West Road for a few kilometres and arrive at the gateway entrance to Nyerimilang Park.
Coronavirus regulations are in place at Nyerimilang Heritage Park. Please observe the current rules and guidelines.
Nyerimilang Park Open Hours
Nyerimilang Heritage Park is open 7 days a week. The park is open for bush walkers.
Entry into Nyerimilang Park is FREE. However the “Friends of Nyerimilang” will gladly accept any donations that you can kindly offer to assist in maintaining the homestead, park and gardens.
The park is happy to host group visits and special events, such as weddings, provided advance notice is given. Simply telephone 13 19 63.
Historic Homestead, Gift Shop and Information Centre Open Hours
The Homestead, Gift Shop and Information Centre are open when the “Friends of Nyerimilang” have volunteers available.
The Gift Shop and Information Centre at the park entrance was built by the Friends of Nyerimilang specifically to raise funds for Parks Victoria to help maintain the Nyerimilang buildings and surrounds. We always welcome new members to help in the Gift Shop, at events or act as tourists guides. If you are interested to participate, please contact Friends of Nyerimilang on 03 5156 3253.
Our shop stocks a variety of items for sale:
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Ice creams.
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Cold drinks.
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Containerised produce.
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Gifts and souvenirs.
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Local art and craft.
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Tourist information.
Credit cards are accepted.
The pathways between the buildings near the homestead are sealed and accessible. There is a steep section of path leading from the homestead out to the gardens. Visitors with a disability may ask to park next to the homestead.
The Homestead will be open when we have volunteers available. They will give you a guided tour and tell you about the history of the building and also the story behind the people who built the homestead and lived there.
The Library is open by appointment.
The Pioneer section is always open.
Access to the Jetty has now been rebuilt with 95 steps down — makes a great fitness test.
Duty Of Care
What to bring when visiting Nyerimilang Heritage Park:
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Wear sensible shoes.
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Sun hat and sun cream.
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Insect repellent.
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Camera.
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Binoculars
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Bottle of water, or purchase one from gift shop.
We know that you will love our park as much as we do. A donation tin is outside the Gatehouse and, as you now know, all monies go towards the upkeep and maintenance of this much-loved public park!
Caring for the environment
Please help us look after the park by following these basic guidelines:
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Please take rubbish away with you for recycling and disposal.
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All native plants and animals are protected by law. Please do not disturb them in any way.
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Please keep your dog on a leash at all times. Dogs are welcome in the garden surrounding the homestead, but are not permitted in bushland areas.
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Camping in the park is not permitted. However a wide range of accommodation is available close nearby in Lakes Entrance, Metung and Bairnsdale.
Park Facilities Map
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Tourist information, souvenirs and gift shop.
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Picnic tables and rotunda.
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Electric barbeques.
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Kids playground.
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Toilets
