Mt Stirling Alpine Resort
Mt Stirling Alpine Resort is the only Victorian alpine resort with a largely undeveloped and unspoilt true alpine summit, offering a readily accessible semi-wilderness experience for visitors. This fact, combined with the resort’s wealth and diversity of environmental characteristics and its close proximity to Melbourne, only 230 kilometres, makes Mt Stirling unique in the Australian…
Read MorePineapple Flat Camping Area
Pineapple Flat is approximately 10 kilometres north of Mt Stirling in the western reaches of the Alpine National Park. Those with a taste for isolated mountain tracks usually do a circuit of the area that involves the Sandy Flat, Longspur, Stockyard and Burnt Top tracks, the latter providing some wonderful views of Buckland Spur. Situated…
Read MoreCarter’s Mill Picnic and Camping Area
Carter’s Mill Picnic and Camping Area is less than 30 minutes from Mansfield on the way to Mount Buller. The picturesque picnic reserve is by the banks of the Delatite River and is perfect for picnicking and enjoying the outdoors. It is also the start of the walking track up to the Plain Creek Falls…
Read MoreKing Hut Camping Area
King Hut is located on the western edge of the Alpine National Park, about 15 kilometres north-east of Mt Stirling, alongside the King River. The 4WD access route heads down Speculation Road, which is reached via a turn-off from Circuit Rd about 6 kms south-east of the Craig’s Hut turn-off. There are horse yards here…
Read MoreLake Cobbler Walking Track
Lake Cobbler is a small lake created in the 1960s by damming a swamp area in the headwaters of the Dandongadale River. After leaving the lake, the river plunges over the Cobbler Plateau creating Dandongadale Falls. This is Victoria’s longest waterfall with a 255 metre drop and a popular site for Peregrine Falcon to nest.…
Read MoreFarrans Lookout
Farrans Lookout is a stunning vantage point located 16 kilometers from Corryong, offering sweeping views of the Snowy Mountain Ranges, surrounding farmland, and the Murray River flats year-round. It’s especially famous for its picturesque winter views of snow-capped mountains. Visitors can enjoy a shaded picnic table, an observation deck, and informative storyboards, making it an…
Read MoreJim Newman Lookout
Located on the Murray River Road, Jim Newman’s Lookout is a must see stop along the Great River Road drive. Overlooking the Murray River valley towards Welaregang and Ournie, Jim Newman’s Lookout features breathtaking views, shaded picnic tables and a large scale metal art installation of a Bogong Moth. Stand under the Bogong moth’s wings…
Read MoreMount Alfred Gap Lookout
Take in the stunning river and valley views whilst overlooking the picturesque farming land, from Mount Alfred Gap Lookout. Mount Alfred’s Gap Lookout features a picnic table, suitable for a mid-way stop along the Great River Road. Whilst you’re there, admire the Wedge Tail Eagle sculpture and if you stand at just the right spot,…
Read MoreMount Lawson State Park
A wonderful Upper Murray Park, Mount Lawson State Park is known for its steep slopes, cliffs and prominent rocky bluff which impart a natural rugged beauty. The park contains a range of largely undisturbed natural environments. There are panoramic views of surrounding mountains and valleys from the summit of Mount Lawson and spectacular displays of…
Read MoreMasons Falls
Masons Falls is nestled in Kinglake National Park, the largest and closest national park to Melbourne, making it an ideal spot for a day trip or weekend getaway. After just a short walk you’ll discover an impressive high drop waterfall with streams of water cascading down the rock shelves into the gully below. There are…
Read MoreNariel Creek Recreation Reserve
Located 12 kilometres south of Corryong along the Benambra-Corryong Road, this large and beautiful camping area on the banks of Nariel Creek offers many shaded sites to set up camp and some great swimming spots. Although the reserve is large it may be hard for you to find a campsite here between Christmas and New…
Read MoreMount Granya State Park
Mount Granya State Park is a dominant feature in the Upper Murray landscape. Its steep, forested slopes rise dramatically above Lake Hume and surrounding valleys to form prominent ridges and plateaus. The park has diverse vegetation and spectacular wildflowers. Picnic at the Mount Granya Summit (950 metres) and enjoy views of the surrounding valleys and…
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