Victoria Tourism

The 13,300 ha Baw Baw National Park covers a substantial part of the Baw Baw Plateau and sections of the Thomson and Aberfeldy River valleys. One of the two Victorian national parks with large areas of sub-alpine vegetation, it offers outstanding views, colourful wildflowers in early summer and open grassy plains with Snow Gum woodlands.

Things to Do
Scenic drives: Drive to Mount St Gwinear or Mount Erica. Enjoy a picnic at Silvertop Picnic Ground overlooking the Thomson Dam or visit the nearby historic township of Walhalla.

Walks: Mount St Gwinear, Mount Erica and the Baw Baw Alpine Village are ideal bases for bushwalking. At Mount St Gwinear take in the view across the Thomson and Aberfeldy River valleys from View Point, then continue on to open, grassy plains and the headwaters of North Cascade Creek. From Mount Erica, take the short Beech Gully Nature Walk, or walk to Mushroom Rocks along the Australian Alps Walking Track. Further information on bushwalking in the Australian Alps is available here.

The long-distance Australian Alps Walking Track from Walhalla to the ACT crosses the plateau. Feeder tracks from Mount St Gwinear and the Baw Baw Alpine Village link to the track.

Hunting is permitted in accordance with the regulations

Ski touring: The park is ideal for ski touring and has a variety of marked trails to suit the skills of skiers. Trails can be followed from the St. Gwinear car park onto the plateau or further to the Baw Baw Alpine Resort. Only experienced skiers should undertake extended trips. Basic facilities such as toboggan slopes and toilets are available at the St Gwinear car park.

Rafting and Canoeing: The Thomson River downstream of the Thomson Dam offers some of the best white water rafting in Victoria. Several commercial tour companies conduct rafting tours of the river all year round.

Fishing: Recreational fishing is popular at several places along the Aberfeldy River, Thomson River and Tyers River.

Parks in Vicotoria

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