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.
Surrounded by national park and nestled in the beautiful Mitta Mitta Valley, Lake Dartmouth is a favourite of anglers and water sport enthusiasts. Brown and Rainbow Trout are plentiful, while Victoria’s largest population of Macquarie Perch can be found here. Just down from the dam wall, at Six Mile Creek, boat launching facilities provide access to the lake and the remote campgrounds located around the lake.
Step out on the epic Australian Alps Walking Track as it cuts through this section of the national park before crossing the Mitta Mitta River and making its way east towards Mount Bogong. Swap challenging hikes for something a little shorter and climb to the granite-strewn summit of Mount Wills, where you can take in unforgettable views over the Mitta Mitta Valley. Or enjoy 360-degree vistas of the Australian Alps from the Mt Benambra Fire Tower or the summit of Mt Pinnibar.
The epic Davies Plain Drive ventures through some of Victoria’s most isolated and scenic landscapes. Accessible via Omeo or Corryong, the multi-day four-wheel drive journey takes in the commanding peaks of Mount Anderson and Mount Pinnibar, the historic Davies Plain Hut and Tom Groggin Station. Take in the beauty of the Snowy Mountains and the landscape that inspired Banjo Paterson’s iconic poem, The Man From Snowy River.
In addition to legendary cattlemen huts, this region is rich with gold mining history. The remote and mountainous town of Omeo struck gold in the mid-1800s. And although less successful than the discoveries through Victoria’s central goldfields, Omeo survived through the years and serves as a reminder of Gippsland’s main goldrushes. Other gold mining towns, such as Boggy Creek, Bingo and Jericho faltered and become ghost towns. Their footprints, along with relics, can be found littered throughout the region.
Things To Do
Hiking in Alpine National Park
Dispersed camping in Alpine National Park
Walking
How to get there
Omeo and Mitta Mitta
When you're there
When to go
Need to know
Omeo and Mitta Mitta
Accessibility
Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.
Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.
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.
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Alpine National Park
TRACK CLOSURE: Little Cobbler Track, Alpine National Park
Due to the poor condition of the Little Cobbler Track, it is closed. The track has suffered significant impacts from multiple flood and storm events that has left deep ruts that are not trafficable, making use of the track unsafe.There are multiple 4WD options for alternate routes between Lake Cobbler Road and Speculation Road areas. Options include;- via Cobbler Lake Track. Turn off Lake Cobbler Rd onto Cobbler Lake Track thru to Speculation Road.
- via Wild Horse Gap Track. Turn off Lake Cobbler Rd onto Wild Horse Gap Track, turn onto Burnt Top Track and follow thru to Pineapple Flat. From Pineapple Flat take King Basin Road thru to Speculation Road.
- via Basin Track. Turn off Upper Rose River Rd onto Basin Track, turn onto Burnt Top Track and follow thru to Pineapple Flat. From Pineapple Flat take King Basin Road thru to Speculation Road.
Please contact Parks Victoria on 13 19 63 if you need further assistance with journey planning in this area to assist with navigating around this closure.Cobberas, Ingeegoodbee and Macfarlane Flat Track closures.
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:- Cobberas Track
- Macfarlane Flat Track
- Ingeegoodbee Track
The tracks are likely to remain closed to motor vehicles until detailed site assessments have been completed. It is difficult to predict when planning approvals will be obtained to allow for repairs to commence.
Before visiting, visitors should check the Parks Victoria website for the latest information about their destination.Attachments: FAQs for Cobberas ingeegoodbee and mcfarlane tks (128KB)
Wonnangatta Complex Fire Closures - North East
Sections of the Alpine National Park remain CLOSED to the South and West of Mt Selwyn – due to the Dargo Wonnangatta complex fires in the area.Closed sites/tracks include:1. West Buffalo, Harry Shephards, & Penny Track2. Australian Alps Walking Track east of the Viking through to Mt Selwyn3. Rileys, West Humffray, Humffray River, Whites & Water Spur Tracks.4. Areas south of Mt Sarah including Sarah Spur and Tea Tree Spur TrackOpen areas:1. Access to the Wonnangatta Valley via East Buffalo Road, East Riley and Wonnangatta Tracks.2. Australian Alps Walking Track north to Camp Creek including the Crosscut Saw and Mt Speculation3. King Hut4. King Billy Track through to Howitt Road5. Cobbler Lake Track, Speculation Rd & Lake Cobbler6. The Bogong High Plains7. Mt Feathertop and Mt Loch areas8. Mt Bogong9. Walking tracks between Falls Creek and Mt Hotham10. Mt Buffalo11. Visitor sites accessed from the Omeo Highway12. Howqua Hills13. Lake Cobbler14. Beveridges Station15. Twins Tk, Selwyn Ck Tk, Mt Murray South Track -
Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Wonnangatta Complex Fire Closures - Gippsland Alps
The Alpine National Park is CLOSED at Moroka Road beyond Horseyard Flat (to Pinnacles) and west of the Dargo Highplains Road including the Grant Historic Area – due to the Dargo Wonnangatta complex fires in the areaClosed sites:- Moroka Road at Horseyard Flat (allowing access to Horseyard Flat) east to the Pinnacles.- Dargo exit to Wonnangatta Valley. Closed @ Conglomerate Creek on exit to Dargo- Australian Alps Walking Track within the closure area- McMillans walking track within the closure area- National Horse Trail from Wonnangatta Valley to Dargo within the closure area- Pinnacles Day visitor area and viewing platform- Billy Goat Bluff Track- Blue Rag Range Track- All other roads and tracks in the closed fire area of the Alpine National Park.- Grant Historic Area, including Eaglevale (Alpine NP) and Talbotville (Grant HA) campsites- Mount Sarah Natural Features and Scenic ReserveOpen areasOpen areas include:- Wonnangatta Valley from Zeka Spur and Wonnangatta Track (Myrtleford approach)- Wellington Campsites on Tamboritha Road- Wellington River Trailhead to Lake Tali Karng- Thomastown Camping area, Kelly Hut, McMichaels Hut- King Spur Track into Mayford- Alpine National Park beyond Hotham Heights to the north and to Omeo- Avon Wilderness Park- Howitt Road- Tamboritha Road- King Billy Track- Mt Howitt Carpark- Vallejo Gantner Hut- Macalister Springs- Mount Howitt Walking Track- Howitt Hut- Bryces Gorge- Horseyard Flat- MacFarlane Saddle access to Tali Karng northern trail network.- Moroka 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.Planned aerial shooting operations targeting deer
Control operations (aerial shooting) targeting deer are planned for this area. During operations parts of the Park will be closed to visitors. More information on closures will be posted a minimum of 4 weeks prior to commencement.Visitors are advised to check the Change of conditions listing prior to arrival for up to date information and maps.For more information about deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit this link.