Mount
BEAUTY
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Nestled in the heart of the Kiewa Valley, Mount Beauty is a destination that lives up to its name. With its stunning backdrop of Victoria's highest peak, Mount Bogong, this charming town offers a perfect escape for nature lovers and adventurers alike.
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Step back into another time with a celebration of Australian heritage. Ride the High Plains on a journey to the Mittagundi Bush Dance and Pioneer Festival before climbing onto Mount Bogong, Victoria’s highest mountain.
Pioneering the High Plains expedition takes you on a journey, through diverse landscapes, along a route that highlights the vertical scale, and the rich cultural heritage of the Victorian High Country.
Mid tour you will follow the spectacular Track 107 down to Mittagundi, a not for profit outdoor education centre where they host the annual Mittagundi Bush Dance and Pioneer Skills fundraising weekend. Bogong Horseback adventures invites guests to get involved in a traditional bush festivities weekend and pick up some long lost bush skills along the way.
For the final few days the tour will head up The Long Spur to the final camp on Mount Bogong, Victoria’s highest mountain. On your last day you climb to the highest place you can take a horse in Australia, and nestled in the valley far below is Spring Spur, your destination at day’s end.
This is the Mittagundi 40th Anniversary Bush Festival.
Guided by Falls Creek Guides
Embark on an expertly guided ascent of Mt Bogong (1,986m), Victoria’s highest peak, with Falls Creek Guides. This challenging yet rewarding hike takes us via the Eskdale Spur, offering spectacular alpine views, high-country history, and insights from experienced local guides.
With our knowledge of the terrain, safety-first approach, and seamless logistics, we ensure a memorable and well-supported journey to the roof of Victoria.
This challenging and strong experience is priced at one price for up to 6 partcipants.
The Falls Creek 7 Peaks Challenge ride is part of Australia’s ultimate self-paced road cycling adventure. Climb all 7 Peaks to ascend more than 7,000 metres over 160 kilometres.
Meet the Rock of the 7 Peaks Challenge group. Featuring the second biggest elevation of the rides, this climb reliably serves up a steady rhythm. It’s not easy but it’s honest. Lock into a tempo and power to the top.
Your 29.5 kilometre ride starts from the heart of Mount Beauty. Climb 1,129 metres of elevation with a grade average of 4% and grade max of 10% to finish at Falls Creek village. The first half of the ride to Bogong village winds through tall timber and lush tree ferns. Once the road markings turn yellow you’re up for some vertical.
The 7 Peaks Challenge season runs from October to April every year. Head to the Victoria’s High Country website to register for the challenge and conquer the peaks of Mt Hotham, Falls Creek, Mt Buffalo, Mt Buller, Dinner Plain, Lake Mountain and Mt Baw Baw during the 2026/27 alpine riding season to go into the draw to win exclusive 7 Peaks Challenge prizes.
This ride takes you into remote alpine areas. Always check the weather conditions, the Vic Emergency App and VicRoads before setting out and wear appropriate kit and clothing layers.