See Victoria’s tallest waterfall, Dandongadale Falls, plunge 255 metres over a sheer cliff face and disappear into the Ross River below. Visit Paradise Falls, where a fine silver mist spills over a red conglomerate ledge or the quaint Little Falls nestled in a narrow fern-laden gully.
Climb Mount Howitt where fine views of the Crosscut Saw, Mount Speculation and the Terrible Hollow unfold. The huge escarpments of The Bluff may seem forbidding, but natural breaks allow a fairly easy scramble to the top. Take in the views of wildflower-strewn plains and Lake Eildon and Mount Buller in the distance. The Australian Alps Walking Trail also makes its final journey through the Alpine National Park before meandering east towards Walhalla.
Although accessible from various points within the Alpine National Park, you can access the iconic Wonnangatta Drive from Mansfield. This 4WD journey takes in the historic mountain huts, finding your way to the Wonnangatta Valley, the mysterious Wonnangatta Station and old goldmining town of Talbotville.
Things To Do
Camping with your horse in Alpine National Park and Howqua Hills
Paradise Falls
Mount Cobbler Walk
How to get there
Mansfield and Whitfield
When you're there
Many visitors enjoy exploring the historic huts in the area and camping in near by camping areas on the banks of the Howqua or King Rivers.
The iconic Wonnangatta Four Wheel Drive is easily accessible from Mansfield and opens opportunities to explore the more remote corners of the park. Download the Mansfield and Whitfield Visitor Guide for more information about this part of the park.
When to go
Need to know
Mansfield and Whitfield
Accessibility
Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.
Most access is via 4WD vehicle, some 2WD sites are Paradise Falls, Bennies Camping Area, Lake Cobbler, Upper Howqua Camping Area (dry weather only).
A large portion of 4WD tracks are closed from the Thursday after the Queens Birthday long weekend in June, and generally reopen on the 1 November. Check with the local Parks Office for up to date information regarding track closures.
Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.
Alpine back country winter safety
Safe backcountry travel in Victorian Alpine areas during winter requires training and experience. You control your risk by choosing how, when and where you travel, and the activities you participate in.
Change of Conditions
Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.
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Pinnacles Lookout Day Visitor Area (Pinnacle Ck - East Branch Natural Catchment Area, Alpine National Park)
Fire Recovery Works
The Pinnacles Lookout Day Visitor area is currently closed to visitors for repair works to reinstate assets damaged during the 2026 Wonnangatta Dargo Complex fires. Works are expected to be finished by the 22nd of December 2026 and access will be reinstated. -
Alpine National Park
Planned aerial shooting operations targeting deer – Alpine National Park – Bogong High Plains, Feathertop, Mt Hotham and Dinner Plain
Parts of the Alpine National Park will be closed while aerial shooting operations targeting deer are undertaken (See attached map for details).The closures will apply during the following dates:- 16-20 November 2026
- 23-27 November 2026
- 1-5 February 2027
- 8-12 February 2027
Attachments: Alpine National Park Information (1,112KB)
Cobberas, Ingeegoodbee and Macfarlane Flat Track closures.
The following tracks have been significantly damaged by storms and floods and are currently closed to motor vehicles to ensure public safety and environmental protection:- Cobberas Track
- Macfarlane Flat Track
- Ingeegoodbee Track
The tracks are likely to remain closed to motor vehicles until detailed site assessments have been completed. It is difficult to predict when planning approvals will be obtained to allow for repairs to commence.
Before visiting, visitors should check the Parks Victoria website for the latest information about their destination.Attachments: FAQs for Cobberas ingeegoodbee and mcfarlane tks (128KB)
Ground shooting operations targeting deer
Control operations (ground shooting) targeting deer are undertaken in this area. The Park will remain open to visitors during these operations.For more information about Parks Victoria deer control to protect biodiversity, please visit: https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/get-into-nature/conservation-and-science/conserving-our-parks/feral-animals/deer -
Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Track Closure - Humffray River Track - Alpine National Park
Due to a significant landslide that has impacted the track, Hummfray River Track between Hart Spur Track and Water Spur Track is CLOSED.- Access to Wonnangatta Station from Dargo remains OPEN- Please obey all closure signage and barriersAttachments: Closed Section of Hummfray River Track MAP (2,554KB)
Track Closure - Humffray River Track - Alpine National Park
Due to a significant landslide that has impacted the track, Hummfray River Track between Hart Spur Track and Water Spur Track is CLOSED.- Access to Wonnangatta Station from Dargo remains OPEN- Please obey all closure signage and barriersAttachments: Closed Section of Hummfray River Track MAP (2,554KB)
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Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Ground shooting operations targeting deer
Control operations (ground shooting) targeting deer are undertaken in this area. The Park will remain open to visitors during operations.