Victorian High Country
Submitted: Tuesday, Jul 09, 2002 at 00:00
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troy
Hi,
am after any readers opinions on the "must do" tracks of the
Vic High Country. We have most of the "touring" and "picturesque" tracks / destinations covered - need some genuine 4x4 tracks now to make the trip interesting. The more difficult the better.
Thanks in advance for your
Feedback.
Troy..
Reply By: Damian - Tuesday, Jul 09, 2002 at 00:00
Tuesday, Jul 09, 2002 at 00:00
Hi Troy
Grab hold of a copy of a great little book called "20 4WD
treks iin the Victorian High Country" (or something like that) - about $25. Each track is rated, comprehensive route notes are provided along with other information about the area and some of its history. I haven't done much myself - only Crooked River around
Talbotville and Grant (old gold mining areas) - still getting myself setup properly, but come spring, I'll be out there. And finally, make sure you have a drink at the
Dargo pub - it's a must.
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Reply By: Thommo - Thursday, Jul 11, 2002 at 00:00
Thursday, Jul 11, 2002 at 00:00
Troy,
I have traveled the high plains area for many years.
From
Bright, I suggest you travel to
Porepunkah, up Buckland Valley into
Talbotville (good camping, pit
toilets).
Camp there for a few nights, plenty of side trips, even to
Dargo. Then re-trace some of the way into Wonnangatta Station (good camping, pit
toilets), and then you can either head out to Myrtleford or up to Mt Howitt. You can then travel to
Licola (Gipsland), or over to Mt Buller and visit Craigs Hut (MFSR Film). Then I would head for either
Mansfield or
Lake Cobbler onto Wangaratta.
This could be done easily over one week with a few nights at each area.
Distance is not long, but going is slow.
Most tracks are closed until spring. www.treadvic.org.au for road closures.
Best Map is CFA Regions 23 & 24. $44 plus postage.
I would be happy to provide more details of side trips, fuel etc. You have heaps of options.
Enjoy.
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