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Mount Buangor National Park
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.
New parks for Victoria's central west and Mirboo North
This park is part of an expanded network of parks across Victoria's central west and Mirboo North following the transfer of 78,838 hectares of public land on 5 October 2026.
The official establishment of these parks and reserves strengthens protection for forests, waterways, wildlife habitat and cultural heritage across the region, while continuing to support opportunities for walking, camping, exploring, connecting with nature, and much more.
Things To Do
Bailes Camping Area
Ferntree Camping Area
Middle Creek Camping Area
Mount Buangor
Hiking and bushwalking
Mount Buangor National Park
The park supports a variety of native wildlife across its forests, gullies and creek systems. Visitors may encounter mammals, birds and reptiles while exploring the park's walking tracks, campgrounds and picnic areas. Keep an eye out for:
Tours and adventure experiences in parks
One of the best ways you can get into nature is with a Licensed Tour Operator.
There are more than 400 Licensed Tour Operators across Victoria who are ready and waiting to help you experience and connect with Victoria’s spectacular parks and waterways.
Discover more than 60 different types of nature-based experiences including hiking, mountain biking, boating, four-wheel driving, indigenous culture tours, birdwatching, surfing, diving and so much more.
Licensed Tour Operators know all the best places to go and will plan and prepare your visit to ensure you are safe and can enjoy your nature-based adventure to the fullest.
How to get there
Mount Buangor National Park
Need to know
Mount Buangor 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.
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.
Safety in nature
Thinking of visiting Mount Buangor National Park? Here are a few things to consider before leaving home:
- Know your limits. Some walking tracks include steep, remote and challenging sections suited to experienced bushwalkers.
- Leave yourself plenty of time to return before dark.
- Bring enough water. Drinking water is not available at many visitor sites.
- Wear appropriate footwear.
- Check for fire and severe weather warnings before your visit.
- Tracks may become slippery during wet conditions.
- Mobile phone reception may be limited in some areas of the park.
- Check park conditions and closures before travelling.
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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Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Park Partial Closure - Fire Recovery
Due to a widespread bushfire in February 2024, many areas in the Mount Buangor State 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.
Whats 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 our recovery progress on our Mount Buangor State Park fire recovery project page.
Fire recovery works in the Mount Buangor State Park has been complex and staff continue to work hard to reopen visitor sites, roads and walking tracks.