Avon Wilderness Park

The 40 000 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.

Recreation

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.

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 the aquatic fauna and flora downstream.

Further information about minimal impact recreation and how to leave no trace!

More information about Avon Wilderness Park

Parks Victoria Information Line 131 963

Parks Victoria's Avon Wilderness Park page.