Horse riding

Horse Riding

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    Horse riding

    Victoria’s diverse range of national and state parks offer many opportunities for exploration and adventure on horseback. The steady hoof beat of a sure footed horse and the solitude and peace and quiet of the natural environment can transport you in place and in time.

    Horse riding allows you to really appreciate the passing countryside. As you amble slowly along a trail, there’s time to be more attentive to the environment and to soak in the scenery. From your high vantage point you’ll be better placed to catch a glimpse of wildlife and listen more closely to native birds.

    Victoria’s parks offer many opportunities for riders. Explore the mountains and valleys of the Alps or canter through the Bogong High Plains in summer. Or enjoy the heathlands and tall timbers of the Great Otway National Park, the beaches of the Mornington Peninsula or the woodlands of Macedon Regional Park.

    Popular parks for horse riding

    Three friends standing at the Erskine Falls lookout admiring the waterfall.

    Great Otway National Park

    The park features rugged coastlines, sandy beaches, rock platforms and windswept heathland. In the north, the park features tall forests, ferny gullies, magnificent waterfalls and tranquil lakes.
    A young couple walk along the board walk at Cape Schank.

    Mornington Peninsula National Park

    This narrow strip of coast and bushland offers a wonderful blend of natural scenery and fascinating historic features and is popular for swimming, walking, picnics and nature study, as well as surfing at ocean beaches like Portsea, Sorrento and Gunnamatta.
    Two women in active wear walk up the granite steps on the way to Flinders Peak.

    You Yangs Regional Park

    Magnificent views, birdlife and a mecca for walkers, horse riders and mountain bikers - welcome to the You Yangs! The distinctive granite peaks of this park rise abruptly from the flat plains below. Flinders Peak and Big Rock have panoramic views out to Melbourne, which is just an hour away.
    A couple walk along the Bogong High Plains near Mt Nelse.

    Alpine National Park

    The Alpine National Park is an adventure-lover’s dream. Hike Victoria’s highest mountain ranges, explore wildflower draped landscapes on horseback or head out on world-class mountain bike trails

    Adventure activities in nature

     
    A Land Rover Defender attempts a river crossing in the Alpine National Park.

    4WD

    Enjoy a range of short and long 4WD trips in Victoria's parks. From the desert or mountains, to the rainforest or snow, 4WD tracks cater for all levels of skill and expertise.
    Canoeing

    Canoeing and Kayaking

    Canoeing and kayaking are great ways to explore beautiful waterways. Enjoy the tranquility and spot wildlife that hikers don’t normally see.
    A couple in their thirties take in the view along Dead Timber Track.

    Hiking and bushwalking

    Witness breathtaking natural scenery at some of Victoria’s most iconic places when you lace up your boots and take to a hiking trail.
    A young mountain biker attempts a drop while cheered on by his father and older sister at the You Yangs Regional Park.

    Mountain biking

    Explore parks on two wheels with mountain bike trails to suit most experience and fitness levels.
    Two hikers reach the summit of Mount Nelse at Bogong High Plains
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