Victorian High Country

Expect and be prepared for blizzards in April. I have been trekking across the Vic Alps in blizzards in April. It was cold at night, below zero, but when the weather was fine and still it was relatively warm during the day so wear layers.

It is very beautiful in Autumn :)

Apart from the Mitchell River National Park which has nice river side camping, there is not much more south of Dargo.

Most of the "Vic High Country" is to the west north west of Dargo. Places like Wonnangatta Station, Pikes Flat on the Howqua River, Bindaree Hut also on the Howqua, King River at Pineapple Flat and King River Hut to name a few river side camping areas.

It can get cool at night, but being down on the rivers you will be out of any bad weather.

Was there over Easter, 5 or so years ago. Snowed 1 night. Days were very pleasant around 15 degrees with big blue skies. Overnight temperatures were down to minus 5-8 degrees when we were camped at Talbotville. Had a great time. Just make sure your sleeping bags are rated for these temperatures.

Hi Peter

There are some great places to camp on the Macalister River and Caledonia River out of Licola. Do the loop from Licola up the Macalister River, Butcher Country Tk, over the Link Tk to the Caledonia River, over Dingo Hill and back to Licola

You can expect the weather to be cool, and the creeks will probably be at their lowest for the year.

Keep an eye on the weather forecast, as most of these places can be "interesting" when wet.

George_M

Hi Peter,

I consider April/May to be the best time to visit the high country as I prefer the cold to the heat. I was there last May and had great weather. Clear days and cool nights and snow in the higher areas.
I'm going back there this coming April/May but instead of coming in through Mansfield, this time it will be via Jindabyne. Keep an eye out for a white 120 Prado with trout rods in the roof rod holder. We might bump into each other.
Have a great trip.
Capt.

Thanks to all those who replied. A great help.

Peter