High Country - Victoria

Stretching from the high alpine country in the east to the Goulburn River in the west and north to the Murray River and New South Wales border. This is the home of the Man From Snowy River and the high country horsemen and bushrangers of Australian folklore as well as aboriginal dreamtime legends.

Rugged countryside, winter snows and white water streams in the spring, preserved heritage towns, reminders of the gold rush era and the Chinese workers. Beautiful country with plenty of water activities in the summer.

Down from the high country, the waterways level out and head west into the popular Murray and Goulburn River and lake systems.

Water based activities command most attention and the region is one of the best known fruit growing regions in Australia. Landmarks from the gold rush era in the towns and a fleet of paddlewheel steamers on the Murray.

Explore scenic alpine landscapes on foot, bike or skis, sample fresh local produce and wine, discover the legends of bushrangers and cattlemen or tour the famous Great Alpine Road.

Explore Victoria's High Country on one of the many scenic drives that wind their way through the region's hills and valleys. The Great Alpine Road is the most spectacular of these, passing through the heart of the Victorian Alps on the highest altitude road in Victoria and offering panoramic views as far as the eye can see. If you prefer to let someone else do the driving, contact one of the many tour guides in the region.

Highlights

	Victorian Alps and Great Dividing Range
	High Country is home to the Victorian Alps, the spectacular alpine section of Australia's iconic Great Dividing Range. Discover towering winter-snowed mountains, tree-covered ranges, tranquil alpine lakes and rivers and rural farmlands.

	History and Heritage
	For at least 20,000 years Aboriginal tribes have been living and travelling around the High Country, making the annual trek in summer to feast on Bogong Moths.

	Taste Local Cuisine
	Sampling local food and wine is an important part of a visit to Victoria's High Country. Choose from a wide range of award-winning country bakeries, wineries, gourmet food producers, eateries, fresh produce and fine food outlets.

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