Mount Buangor National Park protects approximately 5,300 hectares of forest, mountain landscapes and recreation areas. The park combines the former Mount Buangor State Park with adjoining areas of the former Mount Cole State Forest, creating a larger protected landscape of forests, gullies, creeks and ridgelines. The creation of the national park provides long-term protection for this important natural and cultural landscape while continuing to support nature-based recreation.

The park's landscapes range from tall eucalypt forest and fern-filled gullies to waterfalls, creek flats and steep escarpments. Mount Buangor, the highest peak in the area, provides expansive views across the surrounding countryside. Forests dominated by Messmate, Manna Gum and other eucalypt species provide habitat for native wildlife and create a diverse natural setting for visitors to explore.

For thousands of years this landscape has formed part of the traditional Country of the Eastern Maar Peoples. Today, the park continues to protect important natural and cultural values while providing opportunities for people to experience and connect with Country.

Mount Buangor National Park is a popular destination for bushwalking and camping. Walks such as Waterfalls Nature Walk, 2 Mile Circuit Walk, Middle Creek Walk, Beeripmo Walk, Paradise Walk, Fiery Loop Walk and Grevillea Walk showcase the park's varied landscapes, from cool fern gullies and waterfalls to ridgelines and open forest.

Campgrounds and picnic areas throughout the park provide access to these experiences, while historic places such as Mugwamp Hut and Victoria Mill Scenic Reserve offer insights into the region's forestry heritage. From multi-day hikes and family picnics to overnight camping, the park offers opportunities to experience the landscapes and heritage of the area. 

Park partial closure - fire recovery

Due to a widespread bushfire in February 2024, many areas in the Mount Buangor National Park remain closed for public safety. This is to allow for stabilisation works and the rebuilding of visitor infrastructure including roads, campgrounds and walking tracks. Sites such as Middle Creek, Ferntree and Bailes Campgrounds remain closed.

What is open

• Ferntree Visitor Area, Ferntree Waterfall walking track and the Ferntree Waterfalls Road from the western highway.
• Dairymaid road (providing access through the park to Mt Cole State Park).
• The Beeripmo walk - Accessible from the adjoining the Mt Cole State Forest, providing access to Mount Buangor lookout and Grevillea lookout.

Read about the recovery progress on the fire recovery project page.