Things to do in the area
Hiking in Alpine National Park
Explore some of Australia's best mountain walking around Mount Bogong, including the Staircase, Eskdale Spur and a variety of other day hikes and family walks.
Dispersed camping in Alpine National Park
The Alpine National Park offers some of the most authentic and scenic bush camping opportunities in Victoria.
How to get there
Historic huts in Alpine National Park
Walking is one of the best ways to discover the variety and beauty of the alpine environment. The day walks described in this leaflet are just a selection from many possibilities. The walking season lasts from early November until late May as the area is usually snow covered during winter and early spring. Park cars on the roadside and not on the native snow grasses, which are easily damaged.
When you're there
All visitors, especially walkers, should realise that weather conditions can change rapidly in alpine areas. Snowfalls can be experienced at any time of the year and water can be extremely scarce, so always be prepared with;
• warm clothing
• wind and waterproof jacket
• gloves, hat, sunglasses and strong footwear
• energy food and water
• compass and relevant topographical map
• warm clothing
• wind and waterproof jacket
• gloves, hat, sunglasses and strong footwear
• energy food and water
• compass and relevant topographical map
Need to know
Historic huts in Alpine National Park
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.
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)
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Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
The Alpine National Park is CLOSED north of Briagolong, east of Arbuckle Junction including Mount Howitt to Wabonga and south of Abbeyard, west of the Great Alpine Road and to the west of Dargo – due to the Dargo Wonnangatta complex fires in the area
Closed sites:- Howitt Road, Moroka Road, Tamboritha Road after Lost Plain- King Billy Track- Wonnangatta Valley including the Icon Drive from all approaches into the Valley- Mount Howitt carpark, Vallejo Gantner Hut, Macalister Springs and Mount Howitt Walking Track- Australian Alps Walking Track within the closure area- McMillans walking track within the closure area- Bicentennial trail within the closure area- Howitt Hut- Bryces Gorge camping area- Moroka Road and Pinnacles Day visitor area, Horseyard Flat camping area, Mcfarlanes Saddle, Moroka Hut- Billy Goat Bluff Track- Blue Rag Range Track- All other roads and tracks in the closed areas of the Alpine National Park- Grant Historic Area, including Eaglevale and Talbotville campsites- Mount Sarah Natural Features and Scenic ReserveOpen areas
Open areas include:- Wellington Campsites on Tamboritha Road- Wellington River Trailhead to Lake Tali Karng (the only access to Lake Tali Karng, Mcfarlanes Saddle closed)- 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 ParkStay informed- For
updated information, visit the VicEmergency
website, or call the hotline on 1800 226 226.
- Download
the VicEmergency app and know how to use it – create a watch zone for
your home, work and loved ones to receive alerts within that watch zone.
- Know
your local emergency broadcaster and never rely on one source of emergency
information.
- Visit
the CFA website for the latest information on Fire
Danger Ratings.
- Visit
the BOM website to stay updated on weather forecasts
and warnings.
Attachments: 20260129_1600_Forest_Park_Closures_A0P (12,358KB)
The Alpine National Park is CLOSED east of Mt Speculation, South and West of Mt Selwyn – due to the Dargo Wonnangatta complex fires in the area.
Closed sites/tracks include:- East Buffalo Road and West Buffalo Track
- Australian Alps Walking Track east of Mt Speculation and west of Mt Selwyn including the Razor Viking and Barry Mountains sections
- Mount Selwyn Road and Selwyn Creek Road south of its intersection with Twins Jeep Track
- Rileys Track, Humffray River Track, Whites Track & Water Spur Track
Open areas:- Walking tracks between Falls Creek and Mt Hotham
- Mt Buffalo
- Howqua Hills
- Australian Alps Walking Track north to Camp Creek including the Crosscut Saw and Mt Speculation
- King Hut
- King Billy Track through to Howitt Road
- Lake Cobbler
Changes to Previous ClosuresReopening of areas along Cobbler Lake, Speculation Rd, Abbeyard Rd, Dargo High Plains road sites to the east, Crosscut and Speculation, Lake Cobbler area, King Hut, King Billy trackStay informed- For updated information, visit the VicEmergency website, or call the hotline on 1800 226 226.
- Download the VicEmergency app and know how to use it – create a watch zone for your home, work and loved ones to receive alerts within that watch zone.
- Know your local emergency broadcaster and never rely on one source of emergency information.
- Visit the CFA website for the latest information on Fire Danger Ratings.
- Visit the BOM website to stay updated on weather forecasts and warnings.
- For
updated information, visit the VicEmergency
website, or call the hotline on 1800 226 226.
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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.