THE BEST THINGS TO DO

Mount Beauty – a town embraced by a mountain so beautiful, it inspires a name; where young wide-eyed adventurers blow in with the first dusting of snow and never leave; where the folks ski all winter and mountain bike summerlong. This is Mount Beauty – get ready to go with the flow and chill out.

MOUNT BEAUTY'S TOP 10

 

1. Sullivans Lookout

Watch the sunrise over the Kiewa Valley and Mount Bogong from Sullivans Lookout.

2. Skiing & snowboarding

In winter, hire your gear in the valley and go skiing or snowboarding at Falls Creek.

3. Summit Mount Bogong

Hike to the 1,986m-high summit of Mount Bogong – Victoria's highest mountain.

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7. High Country horse ride

Go on a horseback adventure in the Alpine National Park.

8. Visit the brewery

Sample the taste of the local craft brew at Crank Handle Brewery.

9. Walk the Kiewa River Trail

Walk (or ride) along the Kiewa River, enjoy the peace and sound of the river.  In summer, take your togs for a swim along the way.

10. Mount Bogong Lookout ride

Hire a bike and ride the scenic Mount Beauty to Tawonga Trail past the Mount Bogong Lookout.

4. Scenic flight

Fly in a glider high above the valley with 360° views over the Victorian Alps.

5. Mountain biking

Shred the gnarly singletracks of Big Hill Mountain Bike Park year-round, or head to the alpine flow trails of Falls Creek Mountain Bike Park in summer.

6. Mount Beauty Gorge

Walk to the Mount Beauty Gorge on the edge of town. Those with an adventurous spirit can wade up the gorge and jump in for a swim.

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FIVE FUN THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS

1. Kiewa River Trail

Walk or bike ride the 5.5km-return Kiewa River Trail shared path and stop for a swim at Pebble Beach.

2. Skate Park & Playground

Visit the Mount Beauty Skate Park at the Bicentennial Park Playground and have a BBQ beside the lake.

3. Learn to ski

Learn to ski or snowboard at Falls Creek during the snow season.

4. Natural swimming holes

Go for a swim at Mermaid Pool and The Rockpool on the East Branch of the Kiewa River.

5. Lake Guy & Fainter Falls

Enjoy a picnic and a splash at the beautiful Lake Guy in Bogong Village and visit the nearby Fainter Falls.

EXPERIENCES YOU'LL LOVE

Big Hill Mountain Bike Park

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Women’s MTB Skills for Beginners in Mount Beauty

Their popular Women’s Specific MTB Skills Clinics are coming to Big Hill, Mt Beauty! The Beginner MTB Skills Clinics (three x two-hour sessions) run weekly for three weeks on Saturdays: May 4, 11, and 18, from 9am-11am. This course is female-led by an experienced and qualified MTB instructor, and is open to women only. This…

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Mt Bogong Snowshoe Tour

The winter ascent experience on Mount Bogong, Victoria’s highest peak, in the snow. This adventure is for bush walkers and hikers who are excited to see the high country in winter. You will cover around 16 kilometres and return via the Staircase Spur track to the summit. The tour begins at Mountain Creek Camp car…

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Mt Bogong Pack Horse Tour

Highest of High Country, featuring spectacular climbs and descents across the top of Victoria. Wild rivers, stunning views, secluded camps and diverse landscapes. The horses are a feature of this expedition, each of them our own bred and trained mountain horse, expertly matched to the rider. Each day the camp is packed up, loaded onto…

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Labour Day Long Weekend Escape – Bogong Horseback Adventures

Join Bogong Horseback Adventures three day Packhorse Adventure and experience a truly Australian experience. Get a little saddle grease on your trouser seat this Labour day long weekend. Travelling the High country with Packhorses provides a balance between our living heritage and modern adventures. This tour takes in Mount Fainter and Bogong Jacks Hideout. Its…

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Mt Fainter Pack Horse Tour

Showcasing the West Kiewa, Pretty Valley and Mount Fainter, this expedition includes high plains, heritage huts, brumby country, wild rivers, stunning views and secluded camps, our renowned horses and campfire meals. The horses are a feature of this expedition, each of them our own bred and trained mountain horse, expertly matched to the rider. Each…

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Daily Trail Rides

Bogong Horseback Adventures offer day rides in the heart of the High Country. Taking you to the mountain valleys of North East Victoria abound with colourful bird life, majestic views, lush pastures and a delightful climate. Experience horse riding the beautiful tracks of the Alpine National Park through tall mountain forests, fern gullies and river…

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New Years Eve Pack Horse Adventure

Welcome the New Year with an unforgettable experience. This Mount Bogong expedition features great landscapes, bush camps, spectacular riding terrain, great horses and local food and wine. Journey onto the High Country via East Kiewa and Timms Spur taking in the stunning views across to Mount Bogong before descending down Track 107 into the heritage…

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Australia Day Long Weekend – Bogong Horseback Adventures

Join Bogong Horseback Adventures three day Packhorse expedition and experience a truly Australian experience. Get a little saddle grease on your trouser seat this Australia day weekend. Travelling back in time leaving the 21st century behind as you ride into the belly of the clouds to the ‘mountain dreaming place’ the High country. Packhorses carrying…

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Pioneering the High Plains – Bogong Horseback Adventures

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,…

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