The beautiful township of Nelson is situated on the pristine Glenelg River, some two kilometers from the mouth but with views of the ocean across the sand hills to the south either side of the river estuary. The area is a popular destination for those wanting access to numerous holiday experiences without the crowds associated with some more populated destinations.

The area offers close proximity to wild ocean beaches, beautiful estuary and river and the surrounding Lower Glenelg National Park. Within easy reach for a leisurely day trip there are extensive wineries, shopping in Mount Gambier and Portland or dining on crayfish in season at Port MacDonnell.

Come visit Nelson and enjoy all it has to offer in a charmingly relaxed diverse environment where the river meets the Great Southern Ocean. Contact the Nelson Information Centre for more specific assistance on nelsonvic@hotkey.net.au

GETTING HERE

The main coastal road from Mount Gambier to Portland runs through Nelson.

Alternatively the Drik Drik Road , a few kilometers south of Dartmor on the Princes Highway, connects with this Coastal highway.

Bus Service Details; Leaves Portland via Nelson to Mount Gambier, Monday and Friday at 9.05am

Leaves Mount Gambier via Nelson to Portland at 1.30pm Monday and Friday; full  route schedule available from the Nelson Visitor Centre.

Information on connecting V/Line Services contact 136 196

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