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In Spring, Mount Buffalo is "Wattles and Waterfalls"

Incredible views, hiking, abseiling, waterfalls, wildflowers and more

Mount Buffalo is the crown jewel of Victoria's High Country, only a short distance from Bright

Naturally Inspiring in Every Season ...

Welcome to the Visit Mount Buffalo website, where we have all the information you need to plan your trip to Mount Buffalo.

A free entry all-seasons national park, Mount Buffalo has sheer cliffs, imposing granite tors, tumbling waterfalls, snow gums and stunning wildflowers. First reserved in 1898, the 31,000 hectare park contains vegetation and fauna adapted to extremes of weather, as a result of its sub-alpine location.

As you drive and walk throughout the park, you will see evidence of the recent fires, but you will also see the vivid colours as species begin to regenerate. There is plenty of wildlife to see including Lyrebirds, Eastern Rosellas, Wombats and Swamp Wallabies. Many animals can be seen along the main tourist road so please drive carefully, especially at dawn and dusk.

When you're here please don't hesitate to call into the Park Office Visitor Centre, 300m past the Chalet turn off, for park information, maps and publications, track conditions or just a friendly hello!

The Beauty of Mount Buffalo National Park

Things To Do ...

The Gorge Precinct | Visit Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

The Gorge Precinct

The Gorge Day Visitor Area offers several good vantage points to take in the sheer 300 metre North Wall and surrounding valleys and peaks. Numerous short and long walks start from here, including the Gorge…

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Getting Here | Visit Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

Getting Here

As you drive up the mountain you will see some evidence of the recent fires, but you will also see the vivid colours as species begin to regenerate. There is plenty of wildlife to see including…

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Camping | Visit Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

Camping

Spending a night or two under the Milky Way in Mount Buffalo’s “Billion Star” Hotel is an adventure for young and old alike. Lake Catani Campground has unpowered bush camping with toilets and showers, while…

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Maps | Visit Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

Mount Buffalo Maps

With so much to see and do on Mount Buffalo there’s a range of different maps and resources you can use to plan your trip and find your way when you’re here. The Park Office…

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Kayaking | Visit Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

Kayaking & Swimming

Lake Catani offers excellent lake kayaking that is perfect for beginners, kids, or simply to cool off and escape the summer heat. The lake’s Day Visitor Area offers toilets, BBQs and picnic tables, a small…

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Ladies Bath Falls | Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

Waterfalls

Mount Buffalo’s beautiful waterfalls are one of the mountain’s most popular attractions, drawing in thousands of visitors every year. High Country locals know that the cool waters and swimming holes are the best way to…

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The Horn hut and picnic area

The Horn

Proudly Mount Buffalo’s highest point at 1,723m elevation The Horn offers 360 degree views of the Victorian High Country and on a clear day many alpine peaks are visible including Mount Bogong, Mount Feathertop, Mount Buller and…

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Rockclimbing | Visit Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

Rockclimbing

Mount Buffalo has some of the best granite climbing in Australia including world class multi-day “aid” climbs on the famous North Wall. There are numerous climbing areas on the plateau and having a whole crag…

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Cycling | Visit Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

Cycling

Deservedly known as one of Australia’s best road cycling climbs, the Mount Buffalo ascent is a consistent 4-5% gradient for a shade under 21km and 1,013m in altitude gain. Between October and April hundreds of…

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Lake Catani | Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

Lake Catani

Initially created in 1910 as water storage for the workers constructing the Mount Buffalo Chalet, the lake quickly became a popular recreational spot for the large numbers of tourists visiting the mountain. Nothing’s changed. Kayaking,…

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The Chalet | Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

The Chalet

Often referred to as The Grande Old Dame of Victoria’s Alpine region, the incredibly picturesque Mount Buffalo Chalet is perched on the top of Bent’s Lookout, with breathtaking views that stretch out over the famous Gorge.…

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The Hump | Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

Shorter Nature Walks

Mount Buffalo’s shorter nature walks offer spectacular scenery, fresh air and a real sense of connection to nature through the massive granite boulders and delicate bush flora of the mountain. Perfect micro-adventures for young and…

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Tours & Adventures | Visit Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

Tours & Adventures

Learn to abseil or cross country ski, head off on a snowshoe ramble, test your nerve on a cliff picnic, explore an underground river … the full list of Mount Buffalo adventures is just about…

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Remote Campsites | Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

Remote Campsites

At 1400m+ altitude, Mount Buffalo’s Rocky Point and Mount McLeod campsites are two of the best and most memorable National Park remote walk-in campsites in Australia. Available for a limited number of hikers at a time…

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Fishing | Visit Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

Fishing

Picturesque and productive, Lake Catani on Mount Buffalo is a versatile fishing location that produces wild-bred rainbow trout and has accessible locations to suit children, beginners, families and experts alike. Bait and lure/spinner angling are…

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Photography | Visit Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

Photography

A favourite location for many photographers, Mount Buffalo offers a unique visual feast of massive granite boulders, alpine fauna, views of high country peaks, waterfalls, sunrises, sunsets and more. The Gorge Precinct is a accessible …

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Dixons Falls Lookout | Visit Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country

Longer Walks

A natural progression from the mountain’s beautiful short walks, each of these longer day walks will reward your efforts and leave you feeling exhilarated and ready for more. Hike for the day or camp overnight at…

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Abseiling | Mount Buffalo | Victoria's High Country, Australia

Abseiling

With single and multi pitch abseil options available ranging from 10m to 300m, Mount Buffalo offers excellent abseiling opportunities for competent recreational abseilers with options for serious adventurers through to family groups on the granite cliffs and…

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Mount Buffalo: Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we visit, work and live, and recognize their continuing connection to land, water and community. We also pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

Mount Buffalo Covid-19 Statement

You can leave home for any reason and travel anywhere in Victoria. Please visit our Covid-19 Statement page for information about safe travel.

DHHS directions are at https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covidsafe-settings

For detailed information on staying COVID-safe outdoors go to https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/get-into-nature/safety-in-nature/covid-19-update?

Updated on: 16 Nov. 2021