Alpine National Park

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Alpine National Park

The Alpine National Park is an adventure-lover’s dream. Hike Victoria’s highest mountain ranges, explore wildflower draped landscapes on horseback or head out on world-class mountain bike trails. Run wild rapids on white-water rafting trips, four-wheel drive the secluded reaches of the park or cross-country ski through tangled snow gum forests.

Head out on the Falls to Hotham Alpine Crossing and hike over towering alpine ridgelines, through lush river valleys and unforgettable alpine scenery. Discover the history and heritage of the High Country as you tour through rugged bushland and unforgettable mountain scenery along the Wonnangatta Four-wheel Drive.

You can follow the sharp spine of The Razorback to Victoria’s second highest peak, Mount Feathertop and take in the stunning panoramas over the Great Dividing Range. Or conquer Victoria’s highest peak, Mt Bogong.

Find historic huts that legendary cattlemen called home scattered throughout the Bogong High Plains or get the adrenaline pumping on a white-water rafting trip down the Mitta Mitta River. The Alpine National Park boasts some of the best ski touring opportunities in Victoria – from well-defined downhill runs to remote cross-country skiing trails and backcountry terrain ready to be carved up.

 
A woman hikes to the top of Mt Cobbler with spectacular views of the High Country in the background.

Mansfield and Whitfield

See Victoria’s tallest waterfall, Dandongadale Falls, plunge 255 metres over a sheer cliff face and disappear into the Ross River below. Visit Paradise Falls, where a fine silver mist spills over a red conglomerate ledge or the quaint Little Falls nestled in a narrow fern-laden gully.

Two women follow the path through scrub up Mt Bogong with mountain views in the distance.

Mount Beauty and Bogong High Plains

Nestled in the heart of the Alpine National Park, Mount Beauty and the Bogong High Plains offer a plethora of activities for thrill-seekers. Ski the seemingly endless runs and ride the world-class mountain bike trails of Falls Creek, set out on an overnight adventure along the Falls to Hotham Alpine Crossing or tackle Victoria’s highest peak, Mount Bogong.

Two women take a photo of the ephemeral Bluff Falls.

Omeo and Mitta Mitta

The Mitta Mitta River carves its way through the heart of the Alpine National Park. Its lower reaches stretch from Lake Dartmouth to Anglers Rest where it splits into the Cobungra and Big Rivers. Among ample fishing, camping and four-wheel drive opportunities, the rich gold mining history of Omeo and Mount Wills Historic Area provides plenty of excitement.

Three horseriders saddle-up a pack horse before the day's riding.

Camping with your horse in the Bogong High Plains

The Alpine National Park and Howqua Hills Historic Area provide a unique and stunning backdrop for multi-day horse rides. Horse riding’s long association with the region started in the 1840s when European explorers and miners used horses in their search for gold and summer pastures.

A man wearing a driza-bone jacket adjusts the saddle of his horse in a forest in the Alpine National Park.

Camping with your horse in the Howqua Hills

This old gold mining area on the Howqua River is set in a beautiful, secluded valley, once busy with gold miners but now popular for picnics, bushwalking, four-wheel driving, and horse riding. Selected areas in the Howqua Hills Historic Area and some sections of the Alpine National Park have horse yards that can be reserved in advance.

Three friends stop for a quick drink late in the afternoon on their walk from Hotham to Falls Creek.

Falls to Hotham Alpine Crossing

The Falls to Hotham Alpine Crossing is a 37km three-day hike through the Alpine National Park from Falls Creek to Mt Hotham. Enjoy spectacular views of mountain ridges from 2000m above sea level, walk through beautiful Snow Gum woodland and camp near two historic huts.

Need to know

Alpine National Park

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

  • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

    Track Closure - Long Spur Track - Alpine National Park

    Long Spur Track in the Alpine National Park is currently CLOSED from the intersection of King Spur Track for public safety. The area has been subject to widespread Storm Damage. 

    TEMPORARY ASSET CLOSURE: Ritchies Hut Toilet

    Please be advised that the toilet at the Ritchies Hut Camping Area is currently closed. 

    The Ranger team are currently working on getting the toilet back up and operational as soon as possible.  We appreciate your patience whilst we work through this issue.

  • Davies Plain Hut & Camping Area (Alpine National Park)

    Davies Plain Track - damaged track section temporarily closed to all vehicles

    A 2.3km section of Davies Plain Track, near Davies Plain Hut Camping Area within the Alpine National Park, is currently closed to all vehicles because of significant water damage and severe erosion, following recent flood and storm events in the area.  As a result of the temporary closure, Davies Plain Track is not currently a thoroughfare for vehicles between Tom Groggin and Charlie Creek Camping Area. There is currently no vehicle access to Davies Plain Hut or the adjoining camping area, pending completion of site assessments and subsequent repairs. Nearest camping areas accessible to suitable 4WD vehicles on Davies Plain Track are Charlie Creek Camping Area to the south; and Buckwong Creek Camping Area to the north (near Tom Groggin). 
     

    Attachments: Flood damaged track section currently closed to all vehicles Davies Plain south (189KB)

  • Mt Pinnibar Summit (Alpine National Park)

    Mt Pinnibar Track Partials Closure

    Due to the poor condition of Mount Pinnibar Track two sections of the track  are closed. The closure is necessary due condition of the track, with sections of deep ruts and exposed bedrock making both approaches unsafe. The condition of the northern approach (which is badly rutted) is further exacerbated in wet weather and in these times it poses a real risk of significant incident due to the steep gradients. The two closures are between Walkers Road and Mount Pinnibar summit, and between Mount Gibbo Track and Tom Groggin Station. Alternative access to the Mt Pinnibar summit is via Tom Groggin Track, Shady Creek Upper Track and Mount Gibbo Track. 
     

  • Alpine National Park

    Planned aerial shooting operations targeting deer – Howitt/Wellington Plains and Avon Wilderness Area

    Parts of the Alpine National Park (Howitt/Wellington Plains) and the Avon Wilderness area will be closed while aerial shooting operations targeting deer are undertaken (see attached map for details).
     
    The closures will apply during the following dates:
     
    3-7 March 2025
     
    The following tracks and visitor areas will be closed during the operation:
     
    • Caledonia River Track
    • East Caledonia Track
    • Dingo Hill Track
    • Scrubby Hill Track
    • Kellys Lane between Tamboritha Rd and Howitt Road
    • Guys Hut loop to Dry River Walking Track
    • The Sentinels, Wellington Plains, McFarlane Saddle, Moroka Gap, Millers Hut and Spion Kopje Walking Tracks
    • Riggall Spur and Gillios Track north of Lake Tali Karng
     
    All other tracks remain open.
     
    Visitors are advised to check the Change of conditions listing prior to arrival for up to date information and maps.
      
    For more information about the program please visit this link.

    Attachments: Alpine NP Howitt and Avon wilderness aerial ops information (1,655KB)

    Planned aerial shooting operations targeting deer – Bogong High Plains, Dinner Plain/Dargo High Plains and Feathertop

    Parts of the Alpine National Park will be closed during the following dates while aerial shooting operations targeting deer are undertaken.
     
    3-7 March 2025
    24-28 March 2025
     
    The following tracks and visitor areas will be closed during the operation:
     
    CLOSED—Mt Feathertop
    ·      MUMC Hut
    ·      Bon Accord Spur
    ·      Northwest Spur
    ·      East Ovens Track
    ·      All other tracks remain open 
    CLOSED—Dinner Plain/Dargo High Plains
    ·      Mt Tabletop Walking Track
    ·      Mayford
    ·      Kings Spur
    ·      Long Spur
    ·      All other tracks remain open
    CLOSED—Bogong High Plains
    ·      Moncrieffs Gap Track
    ·      East Kiewa Fire Track
    ·      Cranky Charlie Track
    ·      Roper Spur Track
    ·      Big River Fire Track (off BHP Road)
    ·      Spring Saddle Track
    ·      Arthur Track
    ·      Red Fox Track
    ·      Black Possum Spur Track
    ·      Junction Spur Track
    ·      All other tracks remain open
     
    Visitors are advised to check the Change of conditions listing prior to arrival for up to date information and maps.
     
    For more information about the program please visit this link.

    Attachments: Alpine NP aerial ops information sign (2,006KB)

    Southern Alps track closures due to storm and flood damage

    Areas of the Southern Alps have been significantly damaged by subsequent storms and floods since 2021, in the interests of public safety and environmental protection this means sometimes we must close tracks.
    The following tracks are currently closed to motor vehicles to ensure public safety and environmental protection:


    • Mt Kent Track
    • Scrubby Hill Track will remain closed beyond seasonal closure date of Oct 31st 2024
     
     These tracks are likely to remain closed to motor vehicles until repair works can be undertaken.
     
    Before visiting, visitors should always check the Parks Victoria website for the latest information about their destination.

    Mcmillans Walking Track - Partial closure


    Mcmillans Walking Track closed between Moroka Junction Track and Moroka River Track due to fire in adjacent Mt Darling Snowy Bluff Wilderness Zone.

    Road Closures - Cobberas Track, Macfarlane Flat Track, Ingeegoodbee Track

    The 4x4 tracks in the Eastern Region are an iconic part of Victoria and an important focal point for many people. With a large number of visits per year, they are very popular for outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, mountain biking and four-wheel driving.

    Unfortunately, sometimes we must close infrastructure in the interests of public safety and environmental protection.

    The following tracks have been significantly damaged by storms and floods and are currently closed to motor vehicles to ensure public safety and environmental protection. A timeframe for reopening is currently unavailable.
    • Cobberas Track
    • Macfarlane Flat Track
    • Ingeegoodbee Track
     The tracks are likely to remain closed to motor vehicles until detailed site assessments have been completed, repairs undertaken and the road conditions are deemed safe for motor vehicle access.
     
    Before visiting, Visitors should always check the Parks Victoria website for the latest information about their destination.

    Alpine National Park - Howitt Road

    Parks Victoria wish to advise that the Howitt Road is currently only suitable for high clearance 2WD / AWD  or 4WD vehicles. Caution should be taken as the road surface may be rough.

  • Federation Hut (Alpine National Park)

    Federation Hut water availabilty

    The water tank at Federation Hut is currently empty and until there is significant rain, there will be no water in the tank.

    Non-potable water is still available at the spring off Bungalow Spur Walking Track near the Old Feathertop Hut site and at the spring on the Northwest Spur/Tom Kneen Walking Track between the Razorback Walking Track and MUMC Hut.

  • Notices Affecting Multiple Parks

    Ground shooting operations targeting deer

    Control operations (ground shooting) targeting deer are undertaken in this area.  The Park will remain open to visitors during operations.
     
    For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.

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