Mount
BEAUTY
ADVENTURE LIVES HERE!
Nestled in the heart of the Kiewa Valley, Mount Beauty is a destination that lives up to its name. With its stunning backdrop of Victoria's highest peak, Mount Bogong, this charming town offers a perfect escape for nature lovers and adventurers alike.
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Bogong Horseback Adventures offer day rides in the heart of the High Country. Taking you to the mountain valleys of North East Victoria abound with colourful bird life, majestic views, lush pastures and a delightful climate.
Experience horse riding the beautiful tracks of the Alpine National Park through tall mountain forests, fern gullies and river crossings. Experienced guides with horses to suit all riders. All rides include tuition, hard hats and oilskin coats if required. Available all year by appointment.
Get ready for one of the High Country’s biggest and most entertaining days of the year. Mount Beauty Oktoberfest and Dachshund Derby is back for 2026 – bigger, longer and with even more happening throughout the day.
Held in conjunction with the Mount Beauty Markets, this year’s event will feature more than 60 market stalls, live entertainment, German food, craft beer, dachshunds, kids’ activities and plenty of Oktoberfest fun. They’ll have music running throughout the day, including live performances from Suidjig and Jus Gordon.
Grab a beer, find a spot and settle in for the afternoon. Expect plenty of German food, German-style beer, Mountain Monk craft beer, Stein-holding competitions for adults and kids, plenty of other food, drinks and market goodies to discover.
The much-loved Dachshund Derby returns with some big improvements for 2026. This year they’ll have a longer racetrack, improved track security, additional seating areas and more seating available on site. For safety, finish-line access will be restricted to dog owners and accredited press only.
If your dachshund wants a shot at glory, please book their race entry as soon as possible.
Wildflower Pilates in Tawonga South offers outdoor Mat Pilates, Reformer Pilates, and boutique wellness retreats in the heart of the Victorian High Country — just minutes from Mount Beauty.
If you’re visiting the region and looking for an active experience, Wildflower Pilates runs outdoor Mat Pilates three times a week in a relaxed garden setting with mountain views: Saturday 8:00am, Tuesday 6:15pm, Thursday 6:15pm.
These open-level group classes are perfect for locals, travellers, hikers, bikers, skiers, runners — anyone wanting to build strength, mobility, and core control while enjoying fresh mountain air.
Wildflower Pilates also operates a Reformer Pilates studio in Tawonga South, offering private and small-group sessions for those wanting more personalised strength, conditioning, or injury-support training.
For travellers seeking a bigger experience, Wildflower hosts multi-day Pilates and hiking retreats in the Victorian High Country, combining daily Pilates, alpine adventure, great food, and a social, fun atmosphere – ideal for people who love movement and the outdoors.
Whether you’re holidaying in Mount Beauty, spending the season in Falls Creek, or exploring the High Country, Wildflower Pilates is one of the best active experiences in the region, with classes that help you feel strong, energised, and ready to take on the mountains.
All fitness levels welcome. Book online – spots fill fast.
Looking for a fun long-weekend getaway that mixes Pilates, adventure, and a good crew of like-minded people? Join Wildflower Pilates for a three-day retreat in the Victorian High Country. A relaxed, activity-filled escape designed for anyone who loves moving their body and spending time outdoors.
Set in the alpine surrounds of Tawonga South, this intimate retreat is designed to help you reconnect with your body, settle your mind, and soak up the mountain landscape.
Across the weekend, you will also take on a guided hike up Mount Feathertop, Victoria’s second-highest peak, an epic day out with alpine views, fresh air, and plenty of laughs along the way.
It’s fully catered with seasonal local food and regional wines, so you can train hard, eat well, and unwind without having to organise a thing.
This getaway attracts people who love Pilates, enjoy a challenge, and want to meet others who share the same energy, whether you come solo or with a friend. Expect sweat, scenery, good conversation, and the satisfaction of doing something memorable with your weekend.
Hosted by Mimi, Pilates teacher and adventure lover, this retreat combines movement, hiking, and a relaxed social vibe, no pretence, no pressure, just a great time in the mountains.
Spaces are limited, book via the website and lock in a High Country weekend you will actually talk about.
Highest of High Country, featuring spectacular climbs and descents across the top of Victoria. Wild rivers, stunning views, secluded camps and diverse landscapes.
The horses are a feature of this expedition, each of them our own bred and trained mountain horse, expertly matched to the rider. Each day the camp is packed up, loaded onto the packhorses and the journey continues. Riding is between 15 to 25 kilometres per day with opportunities for loping canters across open plains.
Camps are selected for their beautiful settings, some in traditional stock camps featuring huts, but often secluded bush camps maintained by BHA. With swags rolled out dinner is prepared and enjoyed around a warming fire, with a cold beer, a local wine and a meal prepared from local fresh produce on the coals.
All expeditions include a night before and a night after at Spring Spur, where you can join the family for a meal and enjoy your comfortable en-suite room.
Eagles Nest Hideaway Guest Suites are a great place to stay for that welcomed getaway.
The guest suites comprise two bedrooms, a private bathroom, kitchenette, outdoor terrace, an additional area with barbecue and outdoor setting. The property offers comfortable accommodation to relax and unwind, enjoying the local wildlife.
The suite accommodates up to four guests. Bedroom one has a king bed, can be split into two king singles. Bedroom two has a queen bed, plus a single bed. All bed linen and bath towels provided by the host.
The kitchenette, has a dining table, workbench area, kitchen appliances, microwave, fridge, crockery, specifically set up to meet with your daily essentials and a barbecue area outside. No kitchen provided.
Only a four-hour drive from Melbourne, Mount Beauty is a three-kilometre drive, where there are taverns, cafes and restaurants. Falls Creek is a 33-kilometre drive where activities are abundant for all ages. Travelling time to Bright is approximately 30 minutes.
Enjoy the relaxed country living, friendly locals and a number of cafes and vineyards around the area. A popular base for outdoor activities from downhill mountain bike riding for the adrenalin seekers to a peaceful game of golf or enjoy tranquil fishing in a clear mountain stream. Falls Creek is Australia’s premier alpine village for ski and snowboard enthusiasts and in summer you can enjoy bushwalking.
Falls Creek Coach Service is Falls Creek’s very own local transport provider. They are based in Mount Beauty at the base of Falls Creek and service Albury, Melbourne and everywhere in between. They provide scheduled mountain bus shuttles daily and private transfer services to get you exploring Falls Creek with ease.