Dingo Dell

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Dingo Dell

Mount Buffalo National Park

A small valley amongst snow gums and occasionally visited by the plateau's resident alpine dingo population, Dingo Dell is aptly named.

Dingo Dell in winter is the ideal location for toboganning, snow play and snow shoeing. In summer it is possible to walk up the old ski slopes to the top of the ridge for views across the plateau.

Dingo Dell is one of two toboggan and snow play areas located at Mt Buffalo. Its wide, gentle slopes offer a range of safe and enjoyable snow experiences.

Facilities at Dingo Dell include a designated toboggan slope, open areas for snow play, first aid room, take away food and drinks, toilets, and a marked snowshoe track to the hilltop above.

Things To Do

Tobogganing

The dedicated toboggan area is only available when there is adequate snow and is marked with fencing and signage.

All toboggan users must walk up the side of the slope to avoid being hit by those coming down the hill.

Conditions on the toboggan slope can deteriorate late in the day due to freezing, making the snow very fast and rock hard.

Only moulded plastic toboggans are allowed.

Check the daily snow report in the Change of Conditions section below.

How to get there

Dingo Dell

Travel from Porepunkah up the mountain and follow the signs at Tucker Box Corner to Dingo Dell. Turn right at the car park area and follow the small access road down to the café building. At the turning circle drive back out the way you came in and park on the left-hand side of the road. Once this access road is full of parked vehicles the road will be closed and all other vehicles must either continue to Cresta Valley or head back down the road to another site in the park. Do not park in the main car park.

Need to know

Dingo Dell

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.

  • Mt McLeod Hike-in Camping Area (Mount Buffalo National Park, North Buffalo Remote and Natural Area)

    Mt McLeod Track – Changing Track Conditions

    Repair works on storm-damaged sections of Reservoir Road from Monday the 3rd of March 2025 will close access to the Mt McLeod Track for walkers and mountain bikers on weekdays (Monday to Friday).

    Alternative access routes to the track includes:
    • Long Plain Track, Rocky Creek Track, Five Acre Track, and Og Gog & McGog Track (approximately 7.5 km to Mt McLeod Track)
     
    Refer to attached map. 

    Mt McLeod Campground Closure
    The Mt McLeod Campground will be closed Monday to Friday due to access restraints from Reservoir Rd.
     
    Bookings are available for Saturday nights.

    Visitors are advised to stay alert to changing conditions and adhere to any closures.

    Attachments: VG_MtBuffaloNP_Map2_MtMcleod (3,178KB)

  • Rocky Creek Hike-in Camping Area (Mount Buffalo National Park)

    Rocky Creek Track Alternative Access

    Alternative access to the Rocky Creek Track is required Weekdays due to the closure of Reservoir Road for repairs.


    Weekday access to the Rocky Creek track is available via the Long Plain Track.
     
    Refer to attached map. 

    Attachments: VG_MtBuffaloNP_Map2_RockyCk (3,142KB)

  • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

    Reservoir Road – Closure for repair

    Reservoir Road will be closed for storm damage repairs starting Monday the 3rd of March 2025, with completion expected by Spring 2025.

    Reservoir Road will be closed to walkers, mountain bikers, and vehicles on weekdays (Monday to Friday) due to operational construction activities including large machinery repairing damaged sections.

    The road will open to walkers and mountain bikers on weekends and public holidays.

    Alternative access to Mt McLeod, Rocky Creek, Eagle Point, and Og Gog & McGog is available via Long Plain Track.

    Visitors are advised to stay alert to changing conditions and adhere to any closures.

    Attachments: Reservior_Rd_Closure_Map (334KB)

  • Mount Buffalo National Park

    Lake Catani campground is currently closed. Camping is not permitted. The campground is closed in the shoulder periods between the summer and winter seasons.

    Lake Catani campground is currently closed. Camping is not permitted. The campground is closed in the shoulder periods between the summer and winter seasons.
     
     
    Summer and holiday periods 
     
    Summer camping at Lake Catani is available from the beginning of November (Melbourne Cup weekend) until the end of April and campsites must be booked online in advance. Advance online bookings apply at Lake Catani Campground for selected holiday periods. Refer to the information on peak season bookings for release dates and minimum booking periods.
     
    Winter
     
    Available from the Friday before the King’s Birthday long weekend in June until the end of August, winter camping is available at Lake Catani for free. No booking is required. Lake Catani Campground is only accessible by skiing, snowshoeing or walking. The track into Lake Catani is a seasonal road and is closed from the Thursday after the King’s Birthday long weekend until mid-September. The road closure may remain in place longer if the track is impacted by snow. The campground amenities are closed during winter. However, a pit toilet located behind the Stone Hut is open for winter campers.
     
    Thanks.

  • Gorge - Lake Catani track (Mount Buffalo National Park)

    Weekday Closure - Gorge - Catani Track

    The Gorge-Catani Track will be CLOSED weekdays for repairs starting Monday the 19th of May to Friday the 13th of June 2025.
     
    The Gorge-Catani Track will be closed to walkers and mountain bikers on weekdays (Monday to Friday) due to construction activities. 
     
    The track will open to walkers and mountain bikers on weekends and public holidays.
     
    The Monolith Walk can be accessed via the following trailhead locations:
     
     
     
    Visitors are advised to stay alert to changing conditions and adhere to any closures.

    Weekend closure - Gorge-Catani Track

    The Gorge-Catani Track will be CLOSED weekdays for repairs starting Monday the 19th of May to Friday the 13th of June 2025.
     
    The Gorge-Catani Track will be closed to walkers and mountain bikers on weekdays (Monday to Friday) due to  construction activities.
     
    The track will open to walkers and mountain bikers on weekends and public holidays.
     
    The monolith walk can be accessed via the following trail head locations.
     
     
     
    Visitors are advised to stay alert to changing conditions and adhere to any closures.

  • 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.

Nearby

 
Two people cross country skiing at Cresta Valley in Mount Buffalo National Park.

Cresta Valley

Cresta Valley is a perfect all-seasons playground. In winter grab your trusty snow gear and enjoy family-friendly tobogganing and snow play or head out on the marked cross-country ski trails and snowshoe walks. When the snow melts, the grassy plains burst into bloom and make for some scenic and invigorating walks.
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