Federation Hut

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Federation Hut

A true alpine camping experience and the perfect base for ascending Mt Feathertop. The Federation Hut camping area has sites dispersed amongst the Snow Gums and can be accessed from Harrietville via the Bungalow Spur and The Razorback ridge from Mt Hotham. Link the Bon Accord Spur and Razorback and Bungalow Spurs for a multi-day alpine walking experience. The hut provides campers and day visitors with shelter and refuge in emergencies only. Always carry a tent to ensure your safety. A toilet is provided and there is a small water tank at the hut with untreated water. Fires are only permitted in the hut within the fireplace provided and otherwise it is a fuel stove only area.

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Federation Hut

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Need to know

Federation Hut

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

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. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

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.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • No fires permitted
  • No firearms allowed
  • No dogs allowed
  • No horses

Warnings

  • Other warnings
    • Limbs may fall take care
  • Terrain hazards
    • Steep track
  • Animals and pests
    • Snakes
    • Not yet assessed

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

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.

Parks Victoria is replacing the toilets at Federation Hut near the summit of Mount Feathertop, Alpine National Park

  • The works will commence Tuesday 10 March and are expected to finish in early April 2026. To ensure visitor safety, access to the work site next to Federation Hut will be restricted.
  • Temporary toilet facilities will be available during this time. The camping area will remain open and visitors will still be able to access walking tracks including Bungalow Spur, North West Spur and the Razorback.
  • Due to the remote location and difficult terrain, a helicopter will be used to fly materials and equipment to and from the site. There will be loud construction noise and frequent helicopter presence while demolition and construction works are underway.
  • This is one of many project Parks Victoria is delivering in to improve the visitor experience in Northeast Victoria.

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