Falls Creek to Mount Bogong – An Epic Hike

Falls Creek is best-known as a mountain biking mecca, but it also boasts endless walking trails that explore its alpine wilderness. Here you will find historic huts, snowgums recovering from fire damage, and Mount Bogong

High Country?s Contribution to Australian Cinema

Australian crime dramas set in rural bushland settings have recently gained widespread appeal, giving rise to the genre known as ‘Aussie Noir’. High Country joins this growing genre with its focus on an Indigenous detective.

The Alpine Gateway to Mount Hotham

During winter skiing season, visitors can access their resort via Wangaratta’s Great Alpine Road; an attractive drive through mountain valleys and forests with views of the Great Dividing Range. Snow chains are mandatory on the

Lake Eildon – A Boating and Fishing Paradise

Lake Eildon boasts majestic mountain ranges, lush forests and tranquil surroundings that create a relaxing ambiance, offering year-round recreational and relaxation opportunities. Perfect for boating enthusiasts and hikers alike, its vast waters can accommodate boating

Eco-Friendly Transportation: Biking in the High Country

Sustainable transportation alternatives like walking and cycling don’t emit greenhouse gases and can even help individuals remain healthier by encouraging physical activity. Furthermore, sustainable modes of transport such as these are cost-effective and more practical

Birdwatching in the Winter

Birding (or “birding”) can be an enjoyable, educational, and family-oriented activity that will promote an appreciation of nature and photography. Woodpeckers, nuthatches, chickadees and cardinals can often be easily seen during winter months; tundra species

Festivals and Events in the High Country

Each July, Appalachian State University hosts its monthlong An Appalachian Summer Festival to showcase a wide range of music, dance, theatre and visual arts programming for its attendees. Offering something for all age groups and