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Prom Coast — South Gippsland, Victoria
Karts on the circuit at Stony Creek

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Stony Creek

Stony Creek is a peaceful rural village in South Gippsland, surrounded by rolling green hills, lush farmland and scenic countryside. Known for its historic railway heritage and close proximity to the coast and Wilsons Promontory, it offers a relaxed country atmosphere.

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Welcome to Stony Creek

Stony Creek is a small country township nestled amongst the rolling green hills of South Gippsland, surrounded by lush farmland and peaceful rural landscapes. Located on the South Gippsland Highway between Leongatha and Foster, it is ideally positioned for exploring some of the region's most beautiful countryside and the spectacular coastline of Wilsons Promontory. With its relaxed country atmosphere, historic character and easy access to the surrounding attractions, Stony Creek offers visitors a quieter and more authentic experience of South Gippsland.

Stony Creek is a great base for exploring the wider Prom Country region, with Foster, Fish Creek and Wilsons Promontory all within easy reach. The surrounding countryside is ideal for scenic drives, cycling and enjoying the rolling dairy farms and forested hills that give South Gippsland its distinctive landscape. One of the town's best-known attractions is the Stony Creek Go Karts, a long-established family attraction located just outside the township. Stony Creek also has a strong connection with local horse racing, with the Stony Creek Racecourse hosting country racing in a picturesque rural setting. Beyond the town, visitors can easily explore the beaches, walking tracks and abundant wildlife of Wilsons Promontory National Park, one of Victoria's great coastal wilderness areas. For those looking to escape the crowds while remaining close to the attractions of Prom Country, Stony Creek provides a peaceful country base surrounded by some of South Gippsland's most beautiful scenery.

Top things to do

Things to do in Stony Creek

  1. 01

    Explore the Stony Creek town centre

    Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this small South Gippsland village and its historic railway heritage.

  2. 02

    Stony Creek Reservoir

    A peaceful spot for walking, picnicking, birdwatching and enjoying the surrounding bushland.

  3. 03

    Walk or cycle the Great Southern Rail Trail

    The trail passes through Stony Creek and offers scenic views of farmland, forests and rolling hills.

  4. 04

    Visit the Stony Creek Trestle Bridge

    One of the area's most interesting railway heritage landmarks.

  5. 05

    Explore local history

    Discover Stony Creek's connection to the former railway and timber industries that helped develop South Gippsland.

  6. 06

    Enjoy the surrounding countryside

    Take a scenic drive through the lush dairy farms and forested hills around Stony Creek.

  7. 07

    Enjoy local produce

    Discover fresh Gippsland produce, dairy products and artisan foods from farms and producers in the surrounding region.

Places to stay

Stay in & around Stony Creek

The front of Prom Coast Residence, with a timber deck, steps and garden beds
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Fish Creek · Country house · Sleeps 7

Prom Coast Residence

A relaxed three-bedroom country home among open farmland, nine minutes' drive from the beaches of Sandy Point and Waratah Bay, with Shallow Inlet views from the balcony.

  • 3 bedrooms
  • 9 min to Sandy Point
  • Near Wilsons Prom

About 26 min drive from Stony Creek

Rates direct from the host · 2-night minimum · Cleaning fee waived for direct online bookings

Other accommodation · via Booking.com

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    Meeniyan · Farm stay

    Farm stay near Meeniyan

    Dairy country, the rail trail and Meeniyan's food scene.

    Sleeps 6 3 bedrooms

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  • Evening light over farmland near Tarwin Lower
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    Fish Creek · Retreat

    Country retreat, Fish Creek

    Rolling hills, galleries and the rail trail on the doorstep.

    Sleeps 2 1 bedroom

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    Foster · B&B

    Bed & breakfast, Foster

    The last major town before the Prom, with galleries and cafés.

    Sleeps 2 1 bedroom

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Lichen-covered granite rocks on the Prom coast at dusk

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