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Warby-Ovens National Park
This diverse park offers visitors the chance to explore many different landscapes, from the granite hills and woodlands of the Warby Ranges, the Box‐Ironbarks of Killawarra Forest, and the River Red Gum forests and wetlands of the heritage-listed Ovens River. Enjoy spectacular views, great walking and cycling, horse riding, canoeing, boating and fishing, or relax at your campsite and watch the local wildlife.
Located between the Victorian Alps and the Murray Valley, Warby‐Ovens National Park protects some of the State’s most significant bushland. The park's three distinct landscapes - the granitic hills and woodlands of the Warby Range, the Box‐Ironbarks forests of Killawarra, and the River Red Gum forests and wetlands of the heritage-listed Ovens River - provide a sanctuary for native plants and animals.
Only 10 kilometres from Wangaratta, it’s easy to access for a day trip to enjoy walks, picnics, birdwatching, bike rides, horse riding or a scenic drive. The views from Ryan's Lookout and Kwat Kwat Lookout are exceptional, especially in winter, with snow-covered peaks in the distance.
Explore the maze of walking tracks in the Warby Range and Killawarra Forest and enjoy the park's diverse birdlife and spring wildflowers. Or relax by the river with a picnic or barbecue.
Bring your gear and spend a few days camping, swimming, fishing and boating. The Ovens River provides some of the best still-water canoeing in the state, ideal for paddlers of any ability.Look for reptiles sunning themselves on exposed granite slabs and Wedge-tailed Eagles soaring overhead. Early morning and late afternoon are generally the best times to see birds and other wildlife, like Swamp Wallabies or Eastern Grey Kangaroos.
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Warby-Ovens National Park
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Bushwalking, four-wheel driving, horse riding, kayaking, rock climbing and mountain biking are just some of the many activities you can experience in Victoria's parks.
If you want to try something new or meet some like-minded people on your next visit to a park, contact a licensed tour operator.
Parks Victoria licenses tour operators who are experts in these activities and more. They will help you get the most out of your visit.
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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.
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.
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.
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Warby-Ovens National Park
Puzzle Bend Bridge
Puzzle Bend Bridge within Warby -Ovens National Park is now closed to all traffic, including pedestrians, for safety reasons. This bridge has been ben closed to vehicle traffic for several years. There are many alternative bends of the Ovens River that can be accessed nearby in the park. -
Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Take care while driving on wet tracks
This summer weather is predicted to be wet. Roads and tracks are easily damaged during wet weather and can only be repaired once the weather clears up and the roads are well dried out. When visiting parks keep an eye out for temporary track closures and if it’s raining or the track looks soft find an alternative route.When driving your car or four-wheel drive in a park keep in mind these basic tips:- stay off wet tracks or recently graded roads- drive only on formed roads- take notice of signage and only use roads that are open to the public and safe to do so- avoid wheel spin and churning up track surfaces- remove fallen trees or limbs from roads; don’t create new tracks by driving around them
How we keep it special
The River Red Gum Parks Management Plan outlines the management of more than 100 parks and reserves covering more than 215000 ha along the Murray, Goulburn and Ovens river corridors between Wodonga and the South Australian border.