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Room With a View (easy to moderate)
3km return
A short walk from Dinner Plain this is the first completed project by the Dinner Plain Landcare group,
and was originally an old horse riding track. It takes
you on an easy walk through the snowgum forest
to an open plain with spectacular views of Mount
Hotham, Mount Feathertop, Bogong High Plains
and the Cobungra River, where you can take in the
views over Hotham Alpine Resort.
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Section 1 - 3.3km, Section 2 - 3.2km,
Section 3 - 2.6km
The Montane Walking Track starts at the Forest
Walks trailhead, and covers many intersting aspects
of the Dinner Plain area. The track has been divided
into three sections.
See Dinner Plain Track Notes for more details.
Dead Timber Hill (easy to moderate)
4km return
A new walk to the area, but absolutely breathtaking.
This walk is through an area stricken by the 2003
bushfires that is slowly breathing life again. The
romantic lookout over Mt Hotham is an exquisite
sunset location.
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See Dinner Plain Track Notes for more details on most of
these walking tracks.
Precipice Plain (moderate)
(multipurpose) 9km return
Walk or bike along the Dinner Plain 4WD Track to a
lovely natural lookout across the remote Dargo
Valley. Catch the sunset in the high country for fabulous colours in the sky, breath in the cool air and
lovely cool summer breeze.
Tabletop Walk (difficult)
10km return
From JB Plain, follow the old fence line south across
the plains for 0.5km. From here the route is marked
by orange triangular markers. After crossing the
snow plains and snowgum woodland, the route
drops down to Tabletop Creek and then follows a
long ridge up the plateau. Return by the same route.
Montane Loop (easy)
1km loop
An easy walk following a formed gravel track. It begings at the Forest Walks trailhead and is suitable for
most ages and fitness levels.
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Collectors Cirque (easy)
(multipurpose) 2km circuit
Circumnavigates the village providing fantastic
views through the surrounding alpine landscape as
well as highlighting the unique Dinner Plain
architecture. A great short and challenging
mountain bike ride over to a multipurpose trail.
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Carmichael Falls Walk (moderate)
2km return
Heading off from the Dinner Plain 4WD Track this
clearly marked track takes a path to a lookout with
seating so you can sit back and overlook the
picturesque falls amongst the snowgums.
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Fitzy’s Cirque
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Hotham - Dinner Plain Trail (easy to difficult)
(multipurpose) 24km return
Walk or ride this wonderful trail that runs through
the Alpine National Park linking Dinner Plain to
Hotham resort. Look out for the native fauna and
flora (spot the resident emus at JB Plain). This trail
will take you through woodland to open scenic
plains that gives the high country its unique scenic
vista views. There are numerous areas to rest and
picnic along the way running parallel to the Great
Alpine Road. A location not to miss is the old cattlemen’s post JB Hut where you can also camp
overnight.
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Dinner Plain
Walking Tracks
& Trails
State
Be Prepared
The best months for walking the tracks & trails are from November through to April,
however, weather conditions can change rapidly, and snowfalls and blizzards can occur at
anytime of the year. Bushwalking Season is from the November Melbourne Cup Weekend
to late May.
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Fitzy’s Cirque (easy)
(multipurpose) 1km circuit
This is an all abilities trail for mountain bike riding
and walking. A short easy stroll around the tennis
courts, village ski run and past some of Dinner Plain’s
uniquely inspired architecture.
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See Dinner Plain Track Notes for more details. Copies available from
www.visitdinnerplain.com or Dinner Plain Information, P: 1300 734 365
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The present JB Hut was a forestry hut
from the Swifts Creek forestry region and
1500 came from a bush sawmill. It
most likely
was moved to JB Plain in a joint effort
between Cobungra Station and the
Bairnsdale 1Scout
400 Group in the 1970s. It
was used as an outstation by Cobungra
Station.
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This hut was one of a number of huts
built by the Country Roads Board from
the 1920s to provide shelter for
travellers and CRB workers on the Alpine
Road. The erection of these huts was
made under the recommendation of CRB
Superintendent at the time, Bill Spargo.
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in the pure High Country…
When the snow melts, the warmer weather
promises spectacular colours from blooming wild
flowers on display, breathtaking vista views, mountain bike riding, bush walking and an adventure
playground. Connect with nature through the green
season, take in the pure fresh alpine air and all that
the High Country can offer.
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Wind and waterproof jacket
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Warm clothing – hat, gloves, sunglasses, and strong footwear
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Food and water
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First aid kit and sunscreen
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Map and compass
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Check weather forecast before departing
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Let someone know where you are going
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Mobile phone (reception in some areas)
Bushfires have damaged snowgums which are now regenerating, but dead branches are
shedding with the new growth. High wind days may result in falling limbs and branches. It
is not recommended to use the tracks on windy days.
Please be aware that snakes are active during the warm months. Albury
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Length: 21km circuit. Approximately 8hrs. Grade 4,
some steep sections, bushwalking experience
recommended.
The Huts Walk was officially opened on April 16, 2011.
It links three of Mt Hotham’s significant historic huts,
each which represent an important role that led to
the development of the Hotham Alpine Resort. These
iconic huts include Spargo’s (gold mining), Derrick
Hut (ski touring), and Silver Brumby Hut (representative of cattle grazing and as used in the film Silver
Brumby). The Huts Walk offers bushwalkers a unique
opportunity to experience some of the high country’s
rarely seen significant natural and historic landscapes.
See Track Notes for more details.
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Length: 2.5km return. Grade 2, moderate climb, no
bushwalking experience required.
Beginning from the Snowbird Inn in the Village, keep
to the right of the Summit chair climbing to the peak
Hotham - Dinner Plain Trail
See other side for details.
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For additional information see also:
‘Parknotes, Alpine National Park - The High Country
Walks around Hotham and Dinner Plain’.
Mt Feathertop – Razorback Ridge
Length: 22km return. 8hrs return. Grade 4, some
steep sections, some bushwalking experience
recommended (not fully shown on map).
This is a popular walk for a long day trip or overnight
camp. Beginning at Diamantina Hut 2.5km from
Hotham on the Great Alpine Road, the walk along the
Razorback Ridge is generally exposed above the tree
line making for great views; however, it should not be
crossed in bad weather.
The junction with Bon Accord Spur is 1.5km from the
summit of Mt Feathertop. Return by the same route
or make suitable transport arrangements and walk
down the Bungalow Spur to Harrietville.
of Mount Hotham. Follow the vehicle trail from the
top of the chairlift past the Telstra Tower to the Fire
Tower for an inspiring 360 degree view including Mt
Buffalo, Mt Feathertop and Mt Buller. Return via the
same route.
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Picnic Point
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COBUNGRA
DITCH WALK
For further information:
email [email protected],
or telephone 03 5759 3550 during business hours.
Mt Hotham Alpine Resort Management Board sincerely apologise for any inconvienience.
Due to CONSTRUCTION WORKS
associated with tthe Swindlers
Valley Pipe, the above are
CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC
Park
NO ENTRY
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Length: 16km return. Approximately 6hrs. Grade 4,
some steep sections, some bushwalking
experience recommended.
A great walk for families to do, the Self Guided Eco
Walk visits areas of environmental significance for
flora and fauna within the resort. Starting off from the
Big D and heading along Higgi Drive, you will travel
past the “Tunnel of Love” (a special tunnel constructed
to allow the male pygmy possums to assist reaching
the female pygmy possums), The Basin ski run,
Mother Johnson’s track and up to the top at Heavenly
Valley Chairlift. You can continue along from the
Orchard Chairlift where you can connect to the
Australian Alps Walking Track.
See Track Notes for more details.
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Length: 18km circuit. Approximately 7hrs. Grade 3,
mostly level, formed track with some steps. Some
bushwalking experience recommended.
Formerly known as the Aqueduct Trail, The Cobungra
Ditch Walk can be done as a one-way 12.5km walk or
completed as an 18km circuit (via the Great Alpine
Road). The walk is accessible from the Great Alpine
Road via the Edelweiss Link Track, Hotham
Village, or the halfway between Brandy Creek and
Dinner Plain from the Brandy Creek Fire Track.
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journey on how this water race was constructed and
used. This is not just an ordinary water race, this was
an engineering wonder that had to be surveyed and
cut through one of the harshest and rugged
landscapes in Australia. This walk is a must-do for all
visitors. See Track Notes for more details.
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Summer is a great time to explore the range of Iconic
Tracks & Trails of the Mt Hotham Alpine Resort and
surrounding Alpine National Park. A variety of tracks
& trails access some of Australia’s best views, unique
flora and fauna and some of the region’s richest
history. Suited to all fitness levels, age groups and
interests, Mt Hotham has something for everyone to
explore and discover.
The Bushwalking Season opens Melbourne Cup
Weekend in November and closes late May, with the
area usually snow covered during the winter and early
spring.
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