Historic huts in Alpine National Park

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    Historic huts in Alpine National Park

    Alpine National Park

    Things to do in the area

    Two women follow the path through scrub up Mt Bogong with mountain views in the distance.

    Hiking in Alpine National Park

    Explore some of Australia's best mountain walking around Mount Bogong, including the Staircase, Eskdale Spur and a variety of other day hikes and family walks.
    Two women camp in the Alpine National Park at twilight.

    Dispersed camping in Alpine National Park

    The Alpine National Park offers some of the most authentic and scenic bush camping opportunities in Victoria.

    How to get there

    Historic huts in Alpine National Park

    Walking is one of the best ways to discover the variety and beauty of the alpine environment. The day walks described in this leaflet are just a selection from many possibilities. The  walking season lasts from early November until late May as the area is usually snow covered during winter and early spring. Park cars on the roadside and not on the native snow grasses, which are easily damaged. 
    Historic huts in Alpine National Park

    When you're there

    All visitors, especially walkers, should realise that weather conditions can change rapidly in alpine areas. Snowfalls can be experienced at any time of the year and water can be extremely scarce, so always be prepared with;

    • warm clothing

    • wind and waterproof jacket

    • gloves, hat, sunglasses and strong footwear

    • energy food and water

    • compass and relevant topographical map

    Need to know

    Historic huts in Alpine National Park

    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.

    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.

    • Alpine National Park

      Areas of Alpine National Park closed due to 2019/2020 fires

      Some tracks and areas in the Alpine National Park remain closed due to fire damage during the 2019/2020 bushfires. Please check the Fire affected parks  page for a full list of closures. 

      JP Gap Track Closed

      JP Gap Track within Alpine National Park is currently closed.

      Kelly's Road Closed

      Kelly's Road (near Benambra) within the Alpine National Park, has a closed section. The closed section of road is north of 8 Mile Creek and south of 8 Mile Loop Track.

      Blue Rag Range gate access via south Basalt only

      Due to the extended seasonal closure of the Dargo High Plains Road managed by the Alpine Shire, the only access to Blue Rag Range track is via South  Basalt track. For further information about the  Dargo High Plains Road please speak to the Alpine Shire  (https://www.alpineshire.vic.gov.au/council/contact-us, Phone: 03 5755 0555, Email: info@alpineshire.vic.gov.au)

    • Notices Affecting Multiple Parks

      Extended seasonal road closures 2020

      Some roads in this park are subject to extended seasonal road closures. Seasonal road closures generally operate after the long weekend in June through to the end of October, but may be extended due to seasonal conditions. View the list of 2020 seasonal road closures for details and check the corresponding map numbers with the seasonal road closure 2020 index map for locations of the extended closures and visit the seasonal road closures page for more information.

    • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

      Tali Karng partial closure

      Access is only open to Tali Karng (the Lake) via the Wellington River Walking Track and then via the Clive Lannigan Walking Track. Recommended camping areas are at the intersection of the Wellington River Walking Track and Riggals Spur Track. Please note that camping is not permitted at Tali Karng (the Lake).
       
      Currently there is no access to Tali Karng from the north including from McFarlanes Saddle.
      The following walking  tracks and routes are currently closed: Wellington Plains Walking Track, Riggals Spur Track, Gillios Track and Echo Point Track.

      Please contact the Heyfield Ranger team on 13 1963 for further information.

      Attachments: novtrackclosures (203KB)

      Tali Karng partial closure

      Access is only open to Tali Karng (the Lake) via the Wellington River Walking Track and then via the Clive Lannigan Walking Track. Recommended camping areas are at the intersection of the Wellington River Walking Track and Riggals Spur Track. Please note that camping is not permitted at Tali Karng (the Lake).
       
      Currently there is no access to Tali Karng from the north including from McFarlanes Saddle.
      The following walking  tracks and routes are currently closed: Wellington Plains Walking Track, Riggals Spur Track, Gillios Track and Echo Point Track.

      Please contact the Heyfield Ranger team on 13 1963 for further information.

      Attachments: novtrackclosures (203KB)

    Two hikers reach the summit of Mount Nelse at Bogong High Plains
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