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Location: Mushroom Rocks Campground

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Barbeque
Camping
Canoeing
Fishing
Horse riding
Hunting
Long walk / Multi day walk
Medium walk / Day walk
Picnicking
Rock climbing/abseiling
Scenic drive
Short walk
Sight-seeing
Skiing (cross country)
Snow play
White water rafting
Camp fires

Fishing

fishing

The Thomson and Aberfeldy Rivers are an excellent location to try your luck at fly fishing. Check your Fishing Guide for seasons and regulations and ensure that you hold a current Victorian fishing licence.

Horseriding

horseriding

Horses may only be ridden on Low Saddle Track (seasonally) and the Old Tramway adjacent to the Thomson Valley Road. Horse riding is not permitted elsewhere in the park. Horse based camping is not permitted within the park. There are a range of horse riding opportunities adjacent to the park …

Canoeing

canoe

The Thomson River provides for canoeing and rafting on Grade 3 water. The best river levels depend on water releases from the Thomson Dam. Canoes can be launched at Beardmores Track, Low Saddle Track (4WD only) or at the Narrows. There are no facilities provided within the park for riverside camping.

Tobogganing and snowplay

toboggan

St Gwinear is a popular destination for families seeking a fun day in the snow. There are two graded toboggan runs, and areas suitable for building a snow angel or for throwing a snow ball. Toboggan hire regularly operates from the St Gwinear carpark during the snow season.

Scenic drives

4wd

Roads throughout the area are narrow and winding offering marvellous scenery with panoramic views. Care should be taken when driving as many of the roads are regularly used by logging trucks. The road past Walhalla into the Aberfeldy River valley is unsuitable for caravans. Many of the tracks in the …

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