About Baw Baw & Gippsland's Highland Trails
Baw Baw sits high in Victoria's Gippsland Alps, a landscape of mountain forest, alpine meadows, and river valleys. This is serious hiking country—a destination for walkers seeking well-established trail networks and camping that puts you deep in the ranges, far from crowds.
Walks & Trails
The Baw Baw plateau is crisscrossed by walking tracks ranging from short day walks to multi-day tramps. Close to the visitor centre are the Village Trail (East), Summit Trail, and Upper Tyers Trail. For longer circuits, try the McMillans Trail, Link Trail, or La Trobe Trail. Other options include the Tanjil Link Trail, Village Trail, Maltese Trail, Home Run, Tanked Bypass, and Mueller's Trail.
Camping
Multiple campsites dot the plateau within walking distance of the visitor centre. Baw Baw Plateau Walking Camp and Baw Baw Alpine Camp are just 2–3km away, while Rock Shelter, Snowgum Ridge Campsite, and Saint Phillack Saddle provide additional options nearby. Budget campers will appreciate Mountain Ash Gully Free Camp, while Baw Baw Ridge Camping Area, Aberfeldy River Campground, Plane Track Bush Camp, and Mountain Creek Flat Campsite offer bases for extended stays.
Attractions & Things to See
The Aberfeldy River lies 13km away and offers a scenic diversion from the high plateau. Beyond the immediate area, the Ada River and A P M Aeration Pond reward longer drives through the Gippsland hinterland.
Pubs & Dining
The Alpine Hotel is just 6km away and serves as the closest option for meals and drinks. Further afield, Erica Hotel and Rawson Stockyard are 19km away, Walhalla Lodge Hotel at 22km, and Noojee Hotel and Newborough Hotel provide options for longer touring loops.
Golf
Golfers heading downslope will find courses at Moe and Yallourn around 38–39km away, with Morwell, Trafalgar, and Heyfield golf clubs within 50–51km.
Wineries
Blue Gables Vineyard is 49km away—a worthwhile detour on the way out of the high country.