Gippsland’s ultimate beer garden guide
Summer is almost here so make the most of it by bathing in the sun at one of the region's many watering holes.
Jacob Wallace
October 14, 2025
☀️ The days are getting longer, the skies are getting clearer and the weather is getting warmer. Summer is just around the corner.
🍺 To prepare for the hotter days, the Monitor has compiled a list of Gippsland beer gardens to enjoy on the weekend with friends and family.
✍️ If you have any suggestions for beer gardens you think we should add to this list, feel free to send your thoughts to [email protected] and we’ll make sure to add them.
🍻 Let’s dive in!
Burra Brewing
The beer garden at Burra Brewing in Korumburra.
A microbrewery in the heart of Korumburra, Burra Brewing has a row of picnic tables located out the front ideal for lounging in the sun and enjoying some craft beer.
Address: 12 Commercial Street, Korumburra.
Gurneys' Cidery
The views from inside Gurneys' Cidery.
This 70-acre cidery on the way to Wilsons Prom grows and presses its own apples for cider. Just south of Foster, Gurney’s Cidery has a rolling green lawn to sit on and soak up some rays.
Address: 343 Fish Creek - Foster Road, Foster.
Woodside Beach Hotel
The beer garden at the Woody.
Originally established in 1849, the Woody is located between Sale and Yarram, along the South Gippsland Highway. There’s an extensive beer garden at the back of the venue with about eight picnic tables.
Address: Lot 1 South Gippsland Highway, Woodside.
The Noojee Toolshed Country Retreat
The views from Noojee Toolshed Country Retreat.
Surrounded by ferns and set under deciduous trees, this has to be one of Gippsland’s most picturesque beer gardens.
Address: 38 Loch Valley Road, Noojee.
Maffco Brewery
The beer garden at the front of Maffco Brewery.
What used to be a 1920s milk factory has been turned into a local brewery and restaurant with a line of picnic tables located out front.
Address: 1 Maffco Lane, Maffra.
Good Land Brewing Co
Tasting paddles at Good Land Brewing Co.
There are 12 taps on offer at Good Land Brewing Co in Traralgon, with tasting paddle options, as well as local Gippsland wines, whiskeys and ciders. There are picnic tables lining the side of the brewery ready for your caboose.
Address: 12 Standing Drive, Traralgon East.
The Robin Hood Inn
Drouin’s Robin Hood Inn.
Originally built in 1870 this iconic Gippsland hotel has a sizable beer garden with wooden deck chairs and tables.
Address: 655 Princes Way, Drouin West.