THE BEST THINGS TO DO

Mount Beauty – a town embraced by a mountain so beautiful, it inspires a name; where young wide-eyed adventurers blow in with the first dusting of snow and never leave; where the folks ski all winter and mountain bike summerlong. This is Mount Beauty – get ready to go with the flow and chill out.

MOUNT BEAUTY'S TOP 10

1. Sullivans Lookout

Watch the sunrise over the Kiewa Valley and Mount Bogong from Sullivans Lookout.

2. Skiing & snowboarding

In winter, hire your gear in the valley and go skiing or snowboarding at Falls Creek.

3. Summit Mount Bogong

Hike to the 1,986m-high summit of Mount Bogong.  Would you rather tackle Victoria's highest mountain with some guidance? Local guide Macca offers tours, Bogong in a day.

Road cycling to sullivans lookout at sunrise

7. High Country horse ride

Go on a horseback adventure in the Alpine National Park.

8. Invigorate with a sauna and ice bath ritual

Melt all the stress of life or any aches and pains way at The Sanctuary sauna and wellness center.   Feel invigorated with an ice bath after a sauna.

9. Visit a brewery

Sample the taste of the local craft brew at Mountain Monk Brewers or Crank Handle Brewery

10. Gravel riding, the next big thing

Two of the High Country Project (10) Gravel Routes start in Mount Beauty, Trappers Gap and Mount Beauty to Bright.   Stunning bushland rides on gravel roads.  If one way is enough, take advantage of Mt Beauty Transfers to get you home.

4. Scenic flight

Fly in a glider high above the valley with 360° views over the Victorian Alps.

5. Mountain biking

Shred the gnarly singletracks of Big Hill Mountain Bike Park year-round, or head to the alpine flow trails of Falls Creek Mountain Bike Park in summer.

6. Mount Beauty Gorge

Walk to the Mount Beauty Gorge on the edge of town. Those with an adventurous spirit can wade up the gorge and jump in for a swim.

Bogong Horse riding mount beauty

FIVE FUN THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS

1. Kiewa River Trail

Walk or bike ride the 5.5km-return Kiewa River Trail shared path and stop for a swim at Pebble Beach.

2. Skate Park & Playground

Visit the Mount Beauty Skate Park at the Bicentennial Park Playground and have a BBQ beside the lake.

3. Learn to ski

Learn to ski or snowboard at Falls Creek during the snow season.

4. Natural swimming holes

Go for a swim at Mermaid Pool and The Rockpool on the East Branch of the Kiewa River.

5. Lake Guy & Fainter Falls

Enjoy a picnic and a splash at the beautiful Lake Guy in Bogong Village and visit the nearby Fainter Falls.

EXPERIENCES YOU'LL LOVE

Mount Beauty Visitor Information Centre

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Kiewa River Trail

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Quaff Wine Bar

Situated right in the heart of Mount Beauty, Quaff Wine Bar is all about the fantastic local wines that make this area special. They’re here to keep it simple – showcasing awesome wines and creating a laid-back hangout for both locals and visitors. No frills, just good drinks, good vibes, and a great time. They’re…

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