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 (North Buffalo Remote and Natural Area, Mount Buffalo National Park)

    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)

  • 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)

  • South Buffalo Walk (Mount Buffalo National Park)

    South Buffalo Walking Track - Changing Track Conditions

    Repair works on storm-damaged sections of the South Buffalo Walking Track will be occurring between Monday the 31st of March to Friday the 2nd of May 2025. The track is accessible during this period and visitors are advised to stay alert to changing conditions and adhere to any closures.
     
    The South Buffalo Walking Track and Cresta Valley carpark will be CLOSED Monday the 28th of April.
     
    Thanks - Mt Buffalo NP Team.

  • 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 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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