Thornton is a town in nestling on the banks of the Goulburn River in the state of Victoria, Australia.

[2] Thornton Post Office opened on 22 August 1914, which has been operated from multiple locations such as the caravan park, general store and the pub.

The Thornton-Eildon District Football & Netball Club play their home games on the Thornton recreation reserve.

The club competes in the Outer East Football Netball League.

To the south of Thornton is the Cathedral Ranges National Park where the visitor can participate in bushwalking or go rockclimbing.