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North East Victoria

 

Stretching from the high alpine country in the east to the Goulburn River in the west and north to the Murray River and New South Wales border.

This is the home of the Man From Snowy River and the high country horsemen and bushrangers of Australian folklore as well as aboriginal dreamtime legends.

Rugged countryside, winter snows and white water streams in the spring, preserved heritage towns, reminders of the gold rush era and the Chinese workers. Beautiful country with plenty of water activities in the summer.

Ski resorts, trout fishing, bushwalking and cross-country treks, eco tours, riding trails, alpine wildflowers and white water activities.

Hot air balloons, rock climbing, abseiling, caving, hang-gliding, skydiving, para-sailing and world renowned gliding sites. This is one of Australia's most popular playgrounds.Down from the high country, the waterways level out and head west into the popular Murray and Goulburn River and lake systems.

Water based activities command most attention and the region is one of the best known fruit growing regions in Australia. Landmarks from the gold rush era in the towns and a fleet of paddlewheel steamers on the Murray.

Water skiing, houseboats, cruisers, canoeing, fishing, golfing, bowling greens, horse riding, eco tours, bushwalking, trout farms, annual festivals and home to many craftspeople, art galleries and antique dealers.

Places of Interest - Victorian North East Region

victorian holidaysOmeo - set in the foothills of Mt Hotham on the southern tip of the Alpine National Park. 150 years of settlement history with a gold rush background and several home historic buildings. Skiing, white water rafting, 4WD tours, fishing.

Dinner Plain - 11km from Mt Hotham in the Alpine National Park. Hill and cross country skiing, toboggan slope and downhill run at Mt Hotham. Summer has bushwalking, mountain biking, trail rides and a trek using llamas to carry the packs.

The Snow Fields - Mt Hotham at 1750 metres offers good skiing and caters for beginners, intermediate and advanced. Cross country over the Bogong Plains to Falls Creek at 1780 metres. Considered to be the best ski resort in Victoria with skiing direct from lodge to lift and back from the slopes to lodge. Majority of runs are classed intermediate. 30 km of trails and good cross country skiing.

victorian toursEnjoy the pristine high country and alpine atmosphere as you travel north to Bogong and Mt Beauty,  popular skiing, tour and adventure centres for the region.   Experienced skiers can try to master Mt Bogong, one of Victoria's highest peaks. Mt Buffalo at 1750 metres is further north. An excellent National Park with a small resort for the beginner and intermediate with some testing cross-country. Season is usually shorter here than the other fields.

Mt Buller at 1600 metres is within 3 hours of Melbourne and is a very popular resort with a good mix of slopes for all skill levels. More dependant on snow making equipment in low snow conditions. Mt Baw Baw at 1480 metres is the most southerly of the resorts and is popular with novices and family groups. Generally a relaxed resort without the crowds of the other more popular locations. Cross country trails available.

Bright - set in the Ovens Valley close to Mt Buffalo. Known for its colourful displays in autumn and spring and has a reputation for high country adventure activities.

Beechworth - has long been a popular tourist destination. Several historical buildings classified by the National Trust dating from the gold rush era. The Burke Museum for replicas and relics of that time, the Powder Magazine and the Chinese Burning Towers and the Chinese graves.

Yackandandah - the entire village has been classified by the National Trust for its historical value. Many fine old buildings attest to its wealth in the gold rush days.

Albury-Wodonga - Albury sits on the NSW side of the Murray River and Wodonga is on the Victorian side. A good base for linking to the high country skiing in winter, white-water rafting and canoeing. Nearby wineries and historic gold mining towns. Major Australian artists at the Albury Regional Art Centre. Colourful characters at the Ettamogah pub. Ride the paddlewheel steamer.

Wangaratta - turn off point from the Hume Highway to the northern ski fields. Burial place of the bushranger "Mad Dog Morgan". Vintage aircraft display at the local airport. Annual Jazz Festival in late October.

Glenrowan - a small village kept alive by the legend of the bushranger Ned Kelly who was captured alive in a shoot-out with police here in 1880. Ned was later hanged in Melbourne gaol.

Mansfield - popular town providing access to the Mt Buller snow fields in winter and the 500 km of shoreline waters of Lake Eildon in summer. All forms of water recreation on the lake. Mansfield Mountain Country Festival in October. Hot air balloon festival in April. Burial place of 3 policemen killed by Ned Kelly and his outlaws gang.

Shepparton - major centre of the renowned fruit and vegetable farms of the area. Tours of the Shepparton Preserving Company. Variety of harvest festivals in February and March.


North East Victoria Holidays & Travel
Ski Resorts & Snow Reports

Omeo - Mt Hotham - Falls Creek - Mt Buller - Beechworth - Albury Wodonga - Wangaratta - Shepparton
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