Undercover BBQ area at BIG4 Whiters

Outdoor cooking, fresh local seafood, and family dining

There is nothing quite like an outdoor barbecue on a coastal holiday. Nestled within our landscaped grounds, the fully undercover guest BBQ area at BIG4 Whiters Holiday Village provides a relaxed, sheltered space to cook up a classic Aussie barbecue or prepare a fresh seafood feast with family and friends.

Whether you are grilling up local produce after a day on Ninety Mile Beach or cooking the day's fresh catch from the Gippsland Lakes, our modern cooking facilities make outdoor dining effortless.

BBQ area features and amenities

  • 4 BBQ hotplates – Well-maintained electric hotplates complete with attached cooking tools for easy grilling.
  • Dedicated seafood cooking station – A large stainless-steel preparation bench equipped with 2 gas hobs, ideal for boiling local prawns, crabs, or cooking fresh fish.
  • Clean-up station – Large sink with running water and paper towel dispensers for quick and easy cleaning.
  • Undercover picnic tables – Ample sheltered outdoor seating so you can sit down and enjoy your meal together, rain or shine.
  • Close to local shops – Conveniently located just a short walk or drive from Lakes Entrance supermarkets, butchers, and fresh seafood trawlers.

Guidelines for guest use

  • Opening hours – The BBQ area is available daily for guest use between 8:30am and 9:30pm.
  • Cleaning – We kindly ask all guests to scrape down hotplates and wipe benches after use so the area remains clean for the next family.
  • Fish cleaning – For raw fish cleaning, please use our dedicated on-site fish cleaning station rather than the BBQ sink.

BBQ area frequently asked questions

Is the BBQ area free for staying guests to use?

Yes. Use of our undercover BBQ hotplates, gas seafood burners, and picnic tables is completely complimentary for all staying guests.

Do I need to bring my own barbecue utensils?

Barbecue cooking tools are attached right at the hotplates for your convenience. If you need special cookware, all our self-contained villas and cottages come with fully equipped kitchens with pots, pans, and cutlery.

Where can we buy fresh seafood and BBQ supplies in Lakes Entrance?

Lakes Entrance offers fantastic shopping options just minutes from the park. Pick up fresh catches straight from the local fishing fleet along the Esplanade, or grab meats, salads, and essentials from the local IGA and nearby supermarkets.

Can we clean raw fish at the BBQ area?

To keep cooking surfaces hygienic, raw fish must be cleaned at our dedicated on-site fish cleaning facility rather than in the BBQ kitchen sink. Once prepared, you are welcome to cook your catch using the gas hobs or hotplates!