Metung Marina

About Metung Marina

Metung Marina is a council-operated harbour on Bancroft Bay, just minutes on foot from the village centre and firmly embedded in the Gippsland Lakes boating culture. The combination of sheltered lake access, practical facilities and Metung's waterfront atmosphere makes it a particularly appealing base. We think the marina captures what owners enjoy about the region: the boat is ready for long days exploring the lakes, while cafés, walks and a friendly village wait close ashore.

The marina has 120 wet berths and 24 dry berths, with several size categories offered under annual and longer-term permits. Temporary wet berthing from one week to three months may be arranged when space is available. Berth allocation is controlled by East Gippsland Shire Council and requires a seaworthy, registered and insured vessel that fits entirely within the assigned space. Owners should confirm beam, draft, displacement and waiting-list conditions before making plans.

Power and water service the jetties, while secure access, foreshore parking and pontoon areas support everyday use. Toilets, showers and laundry are available, and a washdown area, boat ramp, small-craft ramps and crane facilities broaden the operational offering. What stands out to us is the useful balance between a settled home-port marina and a place where a visiting boat can stay for several weeks to enjoy the lakes properly.

Fuel and pump-out are nearby at Chinamans Creek rather than presented as on-site Metung Marina services. Major repairs, antifouling, external painting, grinding, welding and in-water hull cleaning are prohibited within the marina, so yard work must be coordinated elsewhere. Permanent living aboard is also not permitted. Contractors need council approval and appropriate insurance, and fishing, swimming and diving are excluded from the marina structure and berthing area.

Our take is that Metung Marina is best for Gippsland Lakes owners seeking secure serviced berths, smaller craft needing dry storage and cruising crews arranging a longer village stay. The town, yacht club and broad network of waterways create an enviable boating rhythm. Apply through Council, review the rules and confirm temporary availability, utilities and crane arrangements. With maintenance planned elsewhere and local restrictions respected, Metung provides a comfortable and rewarding base for lake exploration.

Services

Metung Marina provides 120 wet berths and 24 dry berths under East Gippsland Shire Council management. Temporary wet berthing from one week to three months may be available, alongside annual and longer permit options. Vessels must be seaworthy, registered, insured and fully contained within the allocated berth. Confirm size category, availability, fees, public-liability requirements and access before applying.

Facilities include secure access, foreshore parking, power and water to jetties, toilets, showers, laundry, a washdown area, boat ramp, small-craft ramps, slop hopper and crane facilities. Ask Council about crane capacity and booking rather than assuming suitability from its presence. The village centre is about a five-minute walk away, with yacht, tennis and bowling clubs across the road.

Fuel and pump-out are located nearby at Chinamans Creek and should be arranged separately. Major repair work, antifouling, external painting, grinding, welding and in-water hull cleaning are prohibited in the marina. Permanent residence aboard is not allowed, and fishing, swimming and diving within the facility are restricted. Contractors must meet Council insurance and approval rules. Plan significant maintenance with an appropriate yard before occupying the berth.

Ideal for

Gippsland Lakes yacht and motorboat owners, smaller craft needing dry storage and visiting crews wanting a secure stay close to Metung village.

What we love

• A substantial 120-berth council marina
• Twenty-four useful dry-berth positions
• Power and water servicing the jetties
• Showers, laundry, ramp and washdown facilities
• Metung village only a short walk away

To keep in mind

Temporary berths begin at one week and remain subject to availability and Council approval. Fuel and pump-out are nearby rather than on site. Major repairs and antifouling are prohibited within the marina, permanent living aboard is not allowed, and contractors need prior approval and appropriate insurance.