High Country

State forests full of history and adventure

Visit north-east Victoria and explore the High Country's magnificent mountains, deep valleys and flowing rivers. Take your pick and camp, walk, ride, climb, canoe, swim – or do it all!

Make time to learn about this region’s rich Aboriginal history and continued connections to Country.

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Yackandandah Trails

The Yack Tracks trailhead is a great spot to plan your riding adventurers, with purpose-built tracks to suit a range of abilities

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Popular attractions in High Country

A large grassy campground surrounded by native trees
High Country

Ah Youngs Campground

This grassy clearing near the Buckland River is surrounded by native forest and a great spot for camping and fishing.

Camping
A gravel road leading into a grassy campground surrounded by trees
High Country

Kendalls Campground

Enjoy camping with family and friends by the Rubicon River and exploring the fascinating Rubicon Valley Historic Area.

Camping
Three people canoeing on a lake
High Country

Blue Gum Flat

A popular canoeing and camping spot on the banks of Lake Eildon.

Camping Paddling
A sign for Reform Hill walk at the start of a walking trail
High Country

Reform Hill

Enjoy views over the Ovens Valley and beyond from this lookout walk and picnic area in Myrtleford.

Walking Picnicking
Grass, trees and picnic tables at Doctors Creek Campground
High Country

Doctors Creek Reserve Campground

A family-friendly campground on the banks of the Goulburn River.

Camping
The Delatite River
High Country

Bracks Bridge

A picturesque reserve next to the Delatite River, with shady trees and plenty of room to run around.

Picnicking
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The perfect day trip

One and a half hours from Melbourne, Marysville is a nature lover's paradise. Surrounded by magnificent forests and alpine mountains.

Marysville and Buxton
A couple stands on Keppel Lookout enjoying sweeping views over a township sitting in a valley