Avon Wilderness
The 39,650 hectare Avon Wilderness Park joins the southern end of the Alpine National Park. Formally proclaimed in 1987, the park contains deeply dissected, rugged terrain, largely unaltered by Europeans and is situated between Licola and Dargo, south of Lake Tali Karng and surrounding the headwaters of Mount Hump Creek.
Enjoying Avon Wilderness
Avon River flowing through the undisturbed
Avon Wilderness
Avon River,
Avon Wilderness
This park offers opportunities for solitude and a range of challenging recreational activities. The untracked rugged divides such as the Razorback and Purgatory Spurs and the major valleys, such as along the Avon and Turton Rivers, provide opportunities for experienced walkers. Gale end and the edges of Wellington Plateau provide some of the few opportunities for rock climbing in a remote setting found in Victoria.
The remote and rugged nature and the lack of facilities in this wilderness area emphasise the need for visitors to be experienced and very well equipped.
Access to Avon Wilderness is by foot only.
People in Avon Wilderness
The Avon Wilderness has been relatively undisturbed by the influences of European settlement.
Nature in Avon Wilderness
The rugged ranges within the park vary from dense forests of Shining Gum and Mountain Ash to sub-alpine woodlands.
The undisturbed catchments of the park contribute to the high water quality and are important for aquatic fauna and flora downstream.
Caring for Avon Wilderness: leave no trace
Australia's Alps region is fragile and needs care and protection to survive.
When visiting Avon Wilderness:
- leave your pets at home – they disturb native animals and other park users
- take your rubbish home – no bins are provided
- stay on track – even if it's muddy or dusty, don't widen tracks. Motorised vehicles are not permitted beyond public roads and car parks
- leave animals, plants, rocks and wood where you find them – each has a place in the delicate balance of nature
- use a fuel stove – they are quicker, cleaner and better for the bush. Fires are permitted only in fireplaces provided at campgrounds and picnic areas
- got to go? – use a toilet or take a walk at least 100 paces from water and campsites. Dig 15 cm with a trowel, then cover waste
Discover more about minimal impact recreation and how to leave no trace in the Caring for the Alps section of this site.
More information
For more information about the Avon Wilderness:
- Telephone - Parks Victoria Information Line 131 963
- Visit - Parks Victoria Avon Wilderness Park page.
Park address/contacts
Longitude: 146° 50' E
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