The Big Walk (Mount Buffalo National Park)

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The Big Walk (Mount Buffalo National Park)

Follow in the footsteps of Aboriginal people who climb the plateau to feast on Bogong moths. The Big Walk is one of the most interesting, diverse and accessible walks in north-east Victoria. Climb from the park entrance, through tall forests and granite slopes to find yourself at the top of the Buffalo Plateau.

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The Big Walk (Mount Buffalo National Park)

The Big Walk (Mount Buffalo National Park)

Need to know

The Big Walk (Mount Buffalo National Park)

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

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 Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

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.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • No dogs allowed
  • No camping
  • No bicycles
  • No firearms allowed

Warnings

  • Terrain hazards
    • Steep track

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

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.

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.

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.

Mount Buffalo Snow Report 10/08/2025

Mount Buffalo National Park Snow, Road, and Weather Daily Report
Time: 08:45 hrs                    Date: Sunday 10th August 2025
Current conditions
Fresh snow
Snow cover
Temperature  
Dingo Dell Day Shelter
0mm
Fair
-1°C @ Mt Buffalo Park Office
Today the Dingo Dell Day Shelter will be open for day use.

THE café is CLOSED.
 
 
Tobogganing
Status
Condition
Groomed date
Dingo Dell – elevation 1420m
Snow Play Only
Snow Play
03/08/25
Cresta Valley - elevation 1480m
Open
Good
03/08/25
 
No toboggan rental available on Mt Buffalo this year. Rental available in Porepunkah, Bright, Myrtleford & Ovens
 
 
Snowshoe Trails
(Marked with snowshoe signs)
Status
Condition
 
Open
Poor
 
Sentinel – 1.5 km return
Open
Good
 
Cresta Valley – 2kms return
Open
Good
 
 
 
Cross Country Trails
Status
Condition
Groomed date
Beginners Loop
Open
Fair
9/7/25
Bogong Plain
Open
Poor
9/7/25
The Horn Road
Open
Poor
03/08/25 lower section
 
 
Vehicle chains
Status
To be carried
No
Currently being fitted
No
 
Please adhere to the chain fitting signage on the mountain.
 
 
 
 
Weather forecast for Falls Creek, Northeast (most like Mt Buffalo):
 
 
 
 
Comments:  N/A
 

Interpreting the Snow Conditions
Toboggan Slopes
Excellent – good deep cover with fresh surface
Very Good – good deep cover
Good – good cover, may have wet areas and or holes to soil
Fair – mostly covered but could be wet, holes and other hazards
Poor – patchy cover, wet, holes and other hazards
Snow play – enough snow for scraping together a small snow creature and some snowballs
Sightseeing – patches of snow to look at
No snow – time to go hiking
Interpreting the Snow Conditions
Cross Country Ski Trails and Snowshoe Trails
Excellent - good deep cover with fresh surface
Very Good - good deep cover
Good - complete cover with occasional obstacle
Fair - mostly continuous snow cover with some obstacles
Poor - mostly continuous snow cover with numerous obstacles
Patchy - patchy cover, insufficient for skiing or snowshoeing
Closed - time to go kayaking
 

Mount Buffalo Snow report 11/08/2025

Mount Buffalo National Park Snow, Road, and Weather Daily Report
Time: 08:15 hrs                    Date: Monday 11th August 2025
Current conditions
Fresh snow
Snow cover
Temperature  
Dingo Dell Day Shelter
0mm
Fair
-3°C @ Mt Buffalo Park Office
Today the Dingo Dell Day Shelter will be open for day use.

THE café is CLOSED.
 
 
Tobogganing
Status
Condition
Groomed date
Dingo Dell – elevation 1420m
Snow Play Only
Snow Play
03/08/25
Cresta Valley - elevation 1480m
Open
Good
11/08/25
 
No toboggan rental available on Mt Buffalo this year. Rental available in Porepunkah, Bright, Myrtleford & Ovens
 
 
Snowshoe Trails
(Marked with snowshoe signs)
Status
Condition
 
Open
Poor
 
Sentinel – 1.5 km return
Open
Good
 
Cresta Valley – 2kms return
Open
Good
 
 
 
Cross Country Trails
Status
Condition
Groomed date
Beginners Loop
Open
Fair
9/7/25
Bogong Plain
Open
Poor
9/7/25
The Horn Road
Open
Poor
03/08/25 lower section
 
 
Vehicle chains
Status
To be carried
No
Currently being fitted
No
 
Please adhere to the chain fitting signage on the mountain.
 
 
 
 
Weather forecast for Falls Creek, Northeast (most like Mt Buffalo):
 
 
 
 
Comments:  N/A
 

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