Mount Beauty
Quick facts
- Population approximately 1,650
- 344 kilometres north-east of Melbourne
- High country adventures.
Mount Beauty is nestled at the foot of Victoria's highest mountain, Mt Bogong, in the fertile Kiewa Valley. Initially developed in 1949 to house workers during construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric scheme, it has prospered into a popular tourist destination with much to offer.
Living up to its name, Mount Beauty has many scenic highlights both in and around the township. It is also a popular base for outdoor activities - from horse riding on the High Plains and bushwalking in the Alpine National Park, to mountain biking along bush tracks and fishing in the Kiewa River. For skiers, Falls Creek is just a short drive away.
Activities and attractions
- Hike through spectacular mountain landscapes
- Ride a mountain bike on world class tracks - there are literally hundreds of trails to explore
- Explore the scenic trails of the High Country on horseback with an experienced guide
- Enjoy tranquil fishing in clear mountain streams
- Visit Wallace's Hut, the oldest existing cattleman's hut in Australia
- Take in the magnificent views of Mt Bogong and the Mount Beauty township from Tawonga Gap
- Sample the premium vintages of one of the region's fine wineries.
Events
- Mount Beauty Music Muster - April
- Kangaroo Hoppet XC Ski Race - August
- National Mountain Bike Championships - October/November
How to get there
Less than 350 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, Mount Beauty is accessible via the Great Alpine Road to Bright and then over the Tawonga Gap to the Kiewa Valley. Access is from the Hume Freeway in Wangaratta.
