Is Lake Bunga public?

Yes. Lake Bunga is public water in Victoria (Public land (PLM25): LAKES ENTRANCE - LAKE TYERS COASTAL RESERVE (COM)).

What licence do I need for Lake Bunga?

A Victorian Recreational Fishing Licence is required to fish inland waters in Victoria. Buy from https://vfa.vic.gov.au/recreational-fishing/fishing-licence.

Can you swim at Lake Bunga?

Check current water-quality and algae status before swimming — see the source link below. Last checked 2026-11-07.

Fishing at Lake Bunga, Victoria — Access, Species & Licence

Victoria, Australia Lake 14 hectares Public access

About Fishing at Lake Bunga

Lake Bunga is a natural 13.8-hectare lake located within the Lakes Entrance–Lake Tyers Coastal Reserve on public land. Walking is a confirmed permitted activity, and those interested in recreational fishing will need a Victorian Recreational Fishing Licence. Access to the lake is available via PLM25.

Surface area

14 hectares

Access

Public

Tenure

Public land (PLM25): LAKES ENTRANCE - LAKE TYERS COASTAL RESERVE (COM)

Activities

walking

Access & Rules

Fishing licence: A Victorian Recreational Fishing Licence is required. Buy from https://vfa.vic.gov.au/recreational-fishing/fishing-licence.

Water quality / algae: Link-out only; no embedded grade confirmed for reuse. Check before swimming. Check current status → (checked 2026-11-07)

Source: Bureau of Meteorology Geofabric Surface Hydrology Network (CC BY) + Vicmap PLM25 / Crown Land Tenure (CC BY 4.0, Dept. Energy Environment and Climate Action). Last verified 2026-11-07. Always confirm current rules with the managing authority before you fish.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lake Bunga public?+
Yes. Lake Bunga is public water in Victoria (Public land (PLM25): LAKES ENTRANCE - LAKE TYERS COASTAL RESERVE (COM)).
What licence do I need for Lake Bunga?+
A Victorian Recreational Fishing Licence is required to fish inland waters in Victoria. Buy from https://vfa.vic.gov.au/recreational-fishing/fishing-licence.
Can you swim at Lake Bunga?+
Check current water-quality and algae status before swimming — see the source link below. Last checked 2026-11-07.

Fishing at Lake Bunga

About Fishing at Lake Bunga

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