Mount St Gwinear

A family plays in the snow at Mt St-Gwinear in the Baw Baw National Park.

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Mount St Gwinear

Baw Baw National Park

Mount St Gwinear is a family friendly snow attraction with free entry which offers toboggan runs, cross country trails, a snowplay area and a heated shelter room.  Hot and cold drinks and snacks are available from a food van on weekends and school holidays.

Tobogganing

There are two toboggan runs. Visitors can hire toboggans from nearby Erica or Rawson. Alternatively, if you intend to bring your own toboggan, remember that only plastic moulded toboggans are allowed on the runs.

Snowshoeing

Snowshoeing is permitted on the ski trail network. Snow shoes are either BYO or hire from suppliers. There is a short Winter Walking Track leading to a lookout that starts at the St Gwinear carpark and extends approximately 600m (1.2km return).

Cross country skiing

Mount St Gwinear, located on the Baw Baw Plateau, offers 12km of cross country trails, with the first Main Trail departing from the Mount St Gwinear car park.  There is a loop that visitors can undertake accessing 5 trails. These trails are called Cascades Trail, Saints Trail, Tullicoutty Trail and Gwinear Trail. There is an access point on the Saints Trail at Phillack Saddle to link onto a cross country ski trail (Tanjil) for those accessing the Baw Baw Resort Alpine Village.

Snow camping

Dispersed camping is permitted on the Baw Baw Plateau except in the Reference Area Zone and within 20 metres of streams and alpine bogs.

Visitor facilities

Facilities include toilets and change rooms. During the snow season there is a heated shelter room.

This is a basic visitor site so we are encouraging all visitors to be self-sufficient.

A food van offering a limited range will operate in peak periods. They will adhere to strict hygiene measures and contactless payment system.

If the St Gwinear car park is full, delay your visit. Do not join vehicle queues or park illegally.

 

During the winter season please check www.ski.com.au for the latest snow, road and weather reports for Mount St Gwinear.

 

Things to do in the area

 
Snowgums on the Baw Baw Plateau.

Baw Baw Plateau

The Baw Baw Plateau features extensive sub-alpine woodlands dominated by Snow Gum with a scrubby understorey of Mueller’s Bush-pea, Alpine Pepper and Dusty Daisy-bush.
A middle aged couple walk through Mushroom Rocks on a cold winters day with snow on the ground.

Mushroom Rocks

Discover a maze of giant granite tors at Mushroom Rocks.
Two friends explore JB Plain after spending the night camping out.

Camping in Baw Baw National Park

Dispersed bush camping is permitted on the Baw Baw Plateau. The Plateau is a fuel stove only area – no solid fuel fires are permitted and collecting firewood prohibited in the Park. The area falls within domestic water supply catchments, so care must be taken with the disposal of human waste.

How to get there

Mount St Gwinear

Mount St Gwinear is located on Mount St Gwinear Road in the Baw Baw National Park in West Gippsland. The carpark is signposted from the Thomson Valley Road, north of Erica. It is easily accessible from the Latrobe Valley, only 45 minutes from Moe or Traralgon.

No charge to enter the park
No charge for car parking
Mount St Gwinear

When you're there

Be prepared and stay safe

What to bring:
We recommend you wear protective glasses or sunglasses as the conditions can be quite glary.
Wear appropriate wind and waterproof clothing and footwear
Apply sunscreen to protect yourself from sun glare and/or windburn.
Bring water to keep hydrated
Limited food and beverages will be available for purchase on weekends and daily during school holidays

Vehicle Chains:
The Mount St Gwinear Road is a declared hazardous road during winter (bus drivers require an appropriate licence). Snow chains must be carried during the declared ski season and fitted when and where directed.

Chains can be hired from a number of outlets from Rawson and Erica which are the last townships before Mount St Gwinear

Need to know

Mount St Gwinear

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.

Parks facilities

Heated shelter room
Toilets with disabled facilities
Two toboggan runs
12km of cross country trails
Professional ski patrol
Hot and cold drinks and snacks are available on weekends and school holidays from a food van.

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.

  • Baw Baw National Park

    Walhalla tramway bridge closed

    The Walhalla tramway bridge is closed due fire and flood damage. An alternative route for hikers is south, via the Walhalla Road Bridge across the Thomas River.

    Advice to visitors

    Please be advised that recent weather events have resulted in fallen trees and limbs in certain areas of the park. Operational staff will conduct safety assessments of tracks as conditions permit.

  • Beech Gully Track (Baw Baw National Park)

    Beech Gully Closure

    Beech Gully loop walk is closed due to:

    • Hazardous trees, limbs, and fallen timber
    • Significant damage to tracks and bridges
    • Unstable soils, landslips, and river crossing

  • 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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