Mount Buffalo National Park
Mount Buffalo is a mountain plateau in Victoria (Australia), 200 km northeast of Melbourne. It is one of the oldest parks in the Australian Alps, being first established in 1898 when 1165 ha was reserved around Eurobin Falls. In 1908 it was expanded to over 105 km² and the park now covers 310 km² over the plateau and foothills of Mount Buffalo.
Mount Buffalo is a moderately tall mountain plateau (elev 1723 metres AHD at its highest point) on the west side of the Victoria Alpine region. The top of the mountain has striking granite boulders and rock formations. From the north, the mountain is quite remarkable, with the highest accessible point being a prominent peak called The Horn. A walking track leads to The Horn and visitors can enjoy a 360 degree view from the top.
Visitor accommodation was available at the historic guest house, the Mount Buffalo Chalet, built in 1910, until January 2007. A consortium is currently negotiating with Parks Victoria regarding plans to reopen the Chalet. Tatra Inn, located at the west end of the plateau near the Cathedral, was destroyed in 2006 by an escaped fuel reduction burn. The view from the chalet overlooks large sheets of granite and spectacular views of the Ovens Valley and Buckland Valley below. This is a popular rock climbing, abseiling and hang-gliding site. There is also adventure caving at Mount Buffalo. The camping ground at Lake Catani is open from November to April. During the winter season, Mount Buffalo is a popular destination for cross country skiers. There are a number of cross country trails near the Cathedral (Cresta Run) and a toboggan run at Dingo Dell, both of which are ideal for beginners cross county lessons with the mount buffalo ski school, and many cross-country ski trails for more experienced skiers. Visitors can also stay at the nearby town of Bright.
Adventure Guides Australia conduct regular abseiling, caving and other adventures at Mount Buffalo During winter Mount Buffalo Ski School run cross country ski lessons and snowshoe tours - Alpine abseiling is also available for groups
Read more about Mount Buffalo National Park: History, Fauna, Vegetation, 2006 Fires, Australian National Heritage List, Road Cycling
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