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Craig's Hut under blanket of snow.
From Eagles Peaks, beautiful yellow and orange sunset colours spread across the sky.
A hiker capturing breathtaking views from Mt Stirling on his camera.
Hikers stopping to read an information board and soak up High Country views up at Clear Hills.
Hikers watching sunset from Craig's Hut porch.
A hiker heading up West Ridge of Mt Buller with smoke rising towards the sky in the background.
A 12 year old hiker watching sunset from the summit of Mt Stirling.
Children looking for Easter Eggs with The Crosscut Saw mountain range as a backdrop.
Hikers admiring the vegetation on some remote trails around Mt Stirling.
  1. Craig's Hut under blanket of snow.
  2. From Eagles Peaks, beautiful yellow and orange sunset colours spread across the sky.
  3. A hiker capturing breathtaking views from Mt Stirling on his camera.
  4. Hikers stopping to read an information board and soak up High Country views up at Clear Hills.
  5. Hikers watching sunset from Craig's Hut porch.
  6. A hiker heading up West Ridge of Mt Buller with smoke rising towards the sky in the background.
  7. A 12 year old hiker watching sunset from the summit of Mt Stirling.
  8. Children looking for Easter Eggs with The Crosscut Saw mountain range as a backdrop.
  9. Hikers admiring the vegetation on some remote trails around Mt Stirling.
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“Breathe in the High Country, Exhale the Experience” is much more than a motto, it's a mantra for Romana and Kevin, partners in life and co-founders of High Country Hiking Tours.

From the summits of Mt Stirling and Mt Buller, through valleys where mountain rivers flow, across the ridges of Eagles Peaks and The Crosscut Saw they hike, visiting high country huts, knocking off summits along the way, laying their heads down for a good night's rest in some of the most spectacular locations the High Country has to offer.

On the hikes you will visit places with the most amazing sunsets you'll ever see and sunrises that take your breath away. You will walk amongst wildflower covered hillsides and breathe the freshest air.

They offer affordable adventures that range from easy, half days to challenging five-day treks in remote wilderness that can be tailored to suit anyone from an enthusiastic beginners to small groups of friends keen for a fun weekend in the great outdoors.

Whether you're a newcomer to hiking or you're a veteran of the Overland Track, they will ensure your High Country Hiking Adventure is a fun and memorable experience in a truly spectacular part of the world. They will supply meals and all the hiking and camping equipment of the highest quality.

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Mt Timbertop is a wildflower heaven during the warmer months of the year.
White wildflowers with yellow centres found around Mt Timbertop during summer.
Half way up to the summit of Mt Timbertop.
A family enjoying time together hiking Mt Timbertop.
Looking across the Delatite River valley from Mt Timbertop.
Beautiful Snow Gums are scattered all over the summit offering shade to visiting hikers.
Beautiful mountain views to the East.
Mt Buller views from Mt Timbertop.
Valley views to the West.
  1. Mt Timbertop is a wildflower heaven during the warmer months of the year.
  2. White wildflowers with yellow centres found around Mt Timbertop during summer.
  3. Half way up to the summit of Mt Timbertop.
  4. A family enjoying time together hiking Mt Timbertop.
  5. Looking across the Delatite River valley from Mt Timbertop.
  6. Beautiful Snow Gums are scattered all over the summit offering shade to visiting hikers.
  7. Beautiful mountain views to the East.
  8. Mt Buller views from Mt Timbertop.
  9. Valley views to the West.
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Mt Timbertop is located in the Victorian High Country on the way from Mansfield to Mt Buller. It's flat top is unmistakable and easily visible from Mt Buller Road. Mt Timbertop provides tranquility and breathtaking views just a short distance from a major road. It’s the perfect half a day guided hike along a well defined track. Watch out for wildlife such as wombats, wallabies and parrots. You can also spot small lizards along the way and enjoy colourful array of wildflowers during the warmer months.
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Our car on Circuit Road surrounded by Alpine Ash forest heading towards Craig's Hut.
A group of hikers on a High Country trail taking in the surrounding beauty.
A section on the trail to Craig's Hut with mysterious old trees.
A group of hikers stopping to enjoy views across the mountains.
Couple of hikers on top of Clear Hills with mountain range stretching in the background.
An aerial view of Craig's Hut and Clear Hills.
Table set for dinner at Craig's Hut.
A couple enjoying a beverage and some private time in the surrounds of Craig's Hut.
Hiking at night with sunset colours still showing on the horizon.
  1. Our car on Circuit Road surrounded by Alpine Ash forest heading towards Craig's Hut.
  2. A group of hikers on a High Country trail taking in the surrounding beauty.
  3. A section on the trail to Craig's Hut with mysterious old trees.
  4. A group of hikers stopping to enjoy views across the mountains.
  5. Couple of hikers on top of Clear Hills with mountain range stretching in the background.
  6. An aerial view of Craig's Hut and Clear Hills.
  7. Table set for dinner at Craig's Hut.
  8. A couple enjoying a beverage and some private time in the surrounds of Craig's Hut.
  9. Hiking at night with sunset colours still showing on the horizon.
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Create lifelong memories with an ultimate dining experience at the iconic Craig’s Hut. This is a truly unique High Country adventure that starts with a drive through Alpine Ash forests along a track that winds its way deep into the Victorian Alps. A short hike uphill will soon have you arriving at one of the most beautiful locations in Victoria. Once out of the forest, breathtaking views will open up with blue hues of the mountains stretching in front of you into infinity. Upon arrival at your destination you will have time to explore the hut before your rustic dinner, fit for a true high country cattleman, is served. Be spoilt by the scenery and the location of your dinner setting as you enjoy each others’ company and your meal accompanied by local wines and beers, while the setting sun casts a golden glow over Craig’s Hut and the day turns into night, putting an end to another amazing day in Victoria’s High Country.
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A view of Mt McDonald.
A couple of hikers taking in the views from the ridge with final destination in sight.
Looking South across the mountains from the saddle below the scree slope.
With 360 degree views it is hard not to snap few photos.
A small group of hikers taking photos from the summit.
A hiker with a brilliant view of The Bluff and Mt Eadley Stoney, and The Crosscut Saw on the horizon
A hiker on the steep scree section, resting and taking in the views.
This steep section before reaching the top can be challenging, but it's fun.
A couple of hikers in the wooded section of the track.
  1. A view of Mt McDonald.
  2. A couple of hikers taking in the views from the ridge with final destination in sight.
  3. Looking South across the mountains from the saddle below the scree slope.
  4. With 360 degree views it is hard not to snap few photos.
  5. A small group of hikers taking photos from the summit.
  6. A hiker with a brilliant view of The Bluff and Mt Eadley Stoney, and The Crosscut Saw on the horizon
  7. A hiker on the steep scree section, resting and taking in the views.
  8. This steep section before reaching the top can be challenging, but it's fun.
  9. A couple of hikers in the wooded section of the track.
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Eagle Peaks are located in the Victorian High Country just out of Howqua Hills Historic Area. It’s a peaceful place to walk to away from the often busy camping areas of Sheepyard Flat with amazing views of Mt Buller’s Southern slopes and surrounding peaks. Enjoy one day of guided hiking through the Alpine National Park. Watch out for wildlife such as wombats and wallabies and hear the Kookaburras laugh as they follow you up the track. This hike requires a reasonable level of fitness. A scramble up a steep scree slope is sure to get your heart racing, but the views are well worth the effort.
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A hiker heading up a rocky section of the West Ridge Trail.
Breathtaking views open up once above the tree line
Clients at the West Ridge sign with summit of Mt Buller in the background
A couple of hikers coming down a rocky section of the trail.
Clients the narrow trails of the West Ridge Track
A hiker just below Mt Buller's summit with West Ridge in it's full glory sprawling behind him.
A view across the mountains to the North of Mt Buller.
Sunset from Mt Buller's summit
Golden hour on the summit of Mt Buller
  1. A hiker heading up a rocky section of the West Ridge Trail.
  2. Breathtaking views open up once above the tree line
  3. Clients at the West Ridge sign with summit of Mt Buller in the background
  4. A couple of hikers coming down a rocky section of the trail.
  5. Clients the narrow trails of the West Ridge Track
  6. A hiker just below Mt Buller's summit with West Ridge in it's full glory sprawling behind him.
  7. A view across the mountains to the North of Mt Buller.
  8. Sunset from Mt Buller's summit
  9. Golden hour on the summit of Mt Buller
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Mt Buller’s West Ridge with its rugged terrain provides sweeping views of the surrounding mountains. This side of Mt Buller is very different to the better known North and South sides with its ski runs and mountain bike trails. This is a remote part of the mountain with very different hiking experience. Enjoy one day of guided hiking and a light meal on the summit while watching the colours change as the sun goes down, putting an end to yet another amazing day in the High Country. The West Ridge is a challenging track and requires a good level of fitness, however, you do not need to be an experienced hiker to joins this tour.
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A hiker taking photos along the Delatite River Trail.
A hiker crossing one of the log bridges on the Delatite River.
River Spur Trail winding its way through the Snow Gums of Mt Stirling.
A camp set up by the Bluff Spur Memorial Hut on Mt Stirling.
A hiker taking photos of the toughest tree in Australia, located on top of Mt Stirling.
Sunset from Mt Stirling. The sun is about to drop behind Mt Buller.
Hikers heading down from Mt Stirling, destination Mt Buller over Corn Hill.
Sunset from the summit of Mt Buller.
A couple of hikers enjoying a stroll along Mt Buller's Nature Trail.
  1. A hiker taking photos along the Delatite River Trail.
  2. A hiker crossing one of the log bridges on the Delatite River.
  3. River Spur Trail winding its way through the Snow Gums of Mt Stirling.
  4. A camp set up by the Bluff Spur Memorial Hut on Mt Stirling.
  5. A hiker taking photos of the toughest tree in Australia, located on top of Mt Stirling.
  6. Sunset from Mt Stirling. The sun is about to drop behind Mt Buller.
  7. Hikers heading down from Mt Stirling, destination Mt Buller over Corn Hill.
  8. Sunset from the summit of Mt Buller.
  9. A couple of hikers enjoying a stroll along Mt Buller's Nature Trail.
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The Two Peaks hiking tour will take you across two magnificent mountains, Mt Stirling and Mt Buller. Both mountains are popular winter holiday destinations for many Victorians, but once the snow melts, the ski trails transform to wonderful hiking trails. Enjoy three days of guided hiking through cool forests of the Alpine National Park and over peaks with breathtaking views. The scenery is ever-changing with lush ferns edging the Delatite River, tall Alpine Ash forests, twisted Snow Gums and treeless mountain tops. This hike offers the best of both worlds in accommodation. You will rough it out in a tent the first night and sleep in a cosy lodge the second night. From start of January till the end of April, you can do this entire hike with a daypack only. During November, December and May, you will be required to carry an overnight backpack for the afternoon on day 1 and half of the morning on day 2.
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A group of hikers are soaking up a view of Mt Buller from Mt Stirling.
A group of hikers standing by the side of Australia's toughest tree, admiring the views.
A couple of hikers on the Clear Hills Track just below the summit of Mt Stirling.
A couple of hikers on a trail winding through the Snow Gums around The Monument.
A group of hikers soaking up the sun at Clear Hills with a view of Mt Cobbler and Mt Buffalo.
The sky at Craig's Hut coloured in soft pink and blue..
Morning sun casting warm colours over Craig's Hut, turning the tin on the roof red.
A group of hikers taking in a view that stretches from Mt McDonald to Mt Buffalo.
A group of hikers saluting the High Country.
  1. A group of hikers are soaking up a view of Mt Buller from Mt Stirling.
  2. A group of hikers standing by the side of Australia's toughest tree, admiring the views.
  3. A couple of hikers on the Clear Hills Track just below the summit of Mt Stirling.
  4. A couple of hikers on a trail winding through the Snow Gums around The Monument.
  5. A group of hikers soaking up the sun at Clear Hills with a view of Mt Cobbler and Mt Buffalo.
  6. The sky at Craig's Hut coloured in soft pink and blue..
  7. Morning sun casting warm colours over Craig's Hut, turning the tin on the roof red.
  8. A group of hikers taking in a view that stretches from Mt McDonald to Mt Buffalo.
  9. A group of hikers saluting the High Country.
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Enjoy two days of guided hiking around Mt Stirling with an overnight camp at Craig’ Hut. Mt Stirling is a popular winter playground offering many kilometres of beautiful cross country ski trails, which in spring, summer and autumn become wonderful hiking trails. During spring and summer, you will enjoy an array of wildflowers covering the hillsides. This hike will take you through forests of towering Alpine Ash, through Snow Gum covered alpine areas and up above the tree line with breathtaking views of the Victorian High Country as you traverse over Mt Stirling’s summit. You will spend a night at Craig’s Hut, which was a movie set built especially for the film The Man from Snowy River in 1982 and was named after the family that lived there. Today it’s one of Victoria’s most iconic places to visit. This hike is achievable for children 13 years plus. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Hikers enjoying mid-morning snooze on Red Rock Saddle.
Hikers heading up a steep hill along the Stanleys Name Spur Walking Track.
From Mt Thorn, a view of The Crosscut Saw and Mt Howitt.
On Mt Thorn, taking the time to enjoy the hike. it is about enjoying the walk, not rushing it.
Camping on Mt Buggery. Photo of a tent taken at sunset.
Sunset from Mt Buggery.
Waking up to 360 degree views on top of Mt Speculation.
A couple of hikers crossing the King River.
Full moon rising at Craig's Hut.
  1. Hikers enjoying mid-morning snooze on Red Rock Saddle.
  2. Hikers heading up a steep hill along the Stanleys Name Spur Walking Track.
  3. From Mt Thorn, a view of The Crosscut Saw and Mt Howitt.
  4. On Mt Thorn, taking the time to enjoy the hike. it is about enjoying the walk, not rushing it.
  5. Camping on Mt Buggery. Photo of a tent taken at sunset.
  6. Sunset from Mt Buggery.
  7. Waking up to 360 degree views on top of Mt Speculation.
  8. A couple of hikers crossing the King River.
  9. Full moon rising at Craig's Hut.
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The Crosscut Saw is located in the Victorian High Country and stands out amongst all the other peaks due to its serrated ridge. This five day hiking tour will take you through some very remote locations with breathtaking views. This hike is challenging, at times demanding with steep climbs, rock scrambles and river crossings, but it’s very rewarding in more ways then you can imagine. It’s about testing yourself physically and mentally. Every day is different and comes with new challenges. The experience you will take away from this hike will stay with you forever. This is Victorian High Country at it’s best, with endless views and the most incredible sunrises and sunsets you’ll ever see.
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Threatening dark clouds heading towards Eagles Peaks.
A couple of tents pitched up at Eagles Peaks with gorgeous view straight from the tent.
A hiker enjoying a magnificent view of Mt Buller.
A couple of hikers soaking up mountain views from the ridge of Eagles Peaks.
A couple of hikers capturing the surrounding mountain views on their phone cameras.
A breathtaking sunset from Eagles Peaks colouring the sky in yellow and orange.
A hiker enjoying dinner while watching the sun set on another day.
The sun is touching the horizon casting a glow over Eagles Peaks.
The last light over layers of mountains and parts of Lake Eildon.
  1. Threatening dark clouds heading towards Eagles Peaks.
  2. A couple of tents pitched up at Eagles Peaks with gorgeous view straight from the tent.
  3. A hiker enjoying a magnificent view of Mt Buller.
  4. A couple of hikers soaking up mountain views from the ridge of Eagles Peaks.
  5. A couple of hikers capturing the surrounding mountain views on their phone cameras.
  6. A breathtaking sunset from Eagles Peaks colouring the sky in yellow and orange.
  7. A hiker enjoying dinner while watching the sun set on another day.
  8. The sun is touching the horizon casting a glow over Eagles Peaks.
  9. The last light over layers of mountains and parts of Lake Eildon.
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Eagle Peaks are located in the Victorian High Country just out of Howqua Hills Historic Area. It’s a peaceful and very remote place to hike to away from the often busy camping areas of Sheepyard Flat. Physically demanding and mentally challenging, this hike will reward you with not only breathtaking views of Mt Buller’s Southern slopes and surrounding peaks, but more importantly with personal achievement. Only two hiking tours per season and five participants per tour are available.
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Mist in the forest of Clear Hills.
View from the track just below Craig's Hut.
A couple of hikers on the trail to Craig's Hut hiking amongst Snow Gums surrounded by fog.
A couple of hikers reading an information board on a trail to Craig's Hut.
A very happy child at Craig's Hut.
A couple of hikers capturing the magic of Craig's Hut on their camera.
Craig's Hut from the East side.
Front view of Craig's Hut.
Craig's Hut and the magnificent views of the surrounding mountains with soft orange and blue sky.
  1. Mist in the forest of Clear Hills.
  2. View from the track just below Craig's Hut.
  3. A couple of hikers on the trail to Craig's Hut hiking amongst Snow Gums surrounded by fog.
  4. A couple of hikers reading an information board on a trail to Craig's Hut.
  5. A very happy child at Craig's Hut.
  6. A couple of hikers capturing the magic of Craig's Hut on their camera.
  7. Craig's Hut from the East side.
  8. Front view of Craig's Hut.
  9. Craig's Hut and the magnificent views of the surrounding mountains with soft orange and blue sky.
Tour Bookings
Craig's Hut is one of Victoria's most iconic places and a must to see for anyone visiting the Victorian High Country. The team will drive you through a beautiful Alpine Ash forest to the start of the hiking track. The hiking track is well maintained. It winds up towards Craig’s Hut through a forest of towering trees that gradually change to Snow Gums. Regular stops along the way provide an opportunity to take in your surroundings and to enjoy the views. Upon reaching Craig’s Hut you will have free time to explore this wonderful icon and to snap a few memorable pics. Grab a cup of coffee, tea or juice and a yummy pastry, sit back, relax and soak up the views. About an hour later, you will retrace your steps back down the track where the base camp manager will be waiting to transport you back to Telephone Box Junction via Howqua Gap, completing the full Circuit Road circle. Along the way you will enjoy more breathtaking views of the Victorian High Country. This hike is suitable for families with children age six and above. Child safety seats (please bring your own if your child requires one).
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A family with young children at a nice rest stop on the Bluff Spur Trail at Mt Stirling.
Hikers strolling along the West Summit Trail at Mt Stirling.
A family hiking group camping on Mt Stirling.
A family with young children watching sunset from Mt Stirling.
Moon rising above Mt Buggery. View of Mt Speculation and The Crosscut Saw with soft pink in the sky.
A young hiker capturing sunset from Mt Stirling on her camera.
A mesmerising sunset of deep orange over The Paps.
A family with young children enjoying hikes around Mt Stirling.
A group of hikers on Mt Stirling with Mt Buller sprawled ahead of them.
  1. A family with young children at a nice rest stop on the Bluff Spur Trail at Mt Stirling.
  2. Hikers strolling along the West Summit Trail at Mt Stirling.
  3. A family hiking group camping on Mt Stirling.
  4. A family with young children watching sunset from Mt Stirling.
  5. Moon rising above Mt Buggery. View of Mt Speculation and The Crosscut Saw with soft pink in the sky.
  6. A young hiker capturing sunset from Mt Stirling on her camera.
  7. A mesmerising sunset of deep orange over The Paps.
  8. A family with young children enjoying hikes around Mt Stirling.
  9. A group of hikers on Mt Stirling with Mt Buller sprawled ahead of them.
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Stirling Experience is a fantastic overnight hike for families with children nine years and older. It is a great introduction for children to overnight hiking and a wonderful opportunity to spend quality family time in the beautiful Victorian High Country. Spend two wonderful days hiking around Mt Stirling Alpine Resort with a guide who’s very passionate about the High Country. You will hike through Alpine Ash forests and amongst majestic Snow Gums. Enjoy the wildflowers that line the path and keep an eye out for lyre birds. Look out for bugs and beetles and butterflies and just simply enjoy your surroundings. At the end of the day, from the summit of Mt Stirling, watch the sun set beyond the horizon. This is a fully supported hike. All hiking equipment and water will be dropped off at the campsite.
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Camping at King Spur Hut on Mt Stirling.
Sunrise at King Spur Hut on Mt Stirling.
A group of hikers having a rest near Mt Stirling summit.
A group of hikers on the summit of Mt Stirling with Mt Buller in the background.
A lone Snow Gum on top of Mt Stirling surrounded by snow.
A group of hikers snowshoeing to Craig's Hut along Clear Hills Track.
A lovely view towards The Crosscut Saw from Clear Hills Track.
Dead Snow Gums surrounded by snow, adding beauty to the landscape.
Craig's Hut under white blanket of snow.
  1. Camping at King Spur Hut on Mt Stirling.
  2. Sunrise at King Spur Hut on Mt Stirling.
  3. A group of hikers having a rest near Mt Stirling summit.
  4. A group of hikers on the summit of Mt Stirling with Mt Buller in the background.
  5. A lone Snow Gum on top of Mt Stirling surrounded by snow.
  6. A group of hikers snowshoeing to Craig's Hut along Clear Hills Track.
  7. A lovely view towards The Crosscut Saw from Clear Hills Track.
  8. Dead Snow Gums surrounded by snow, adding beauty to the landscape.
  9. Craig's Hut under white blanket of snow.
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Enjoy three days of guided snowshoe hiking around the beautiful Mt Stirling and Clear Hills. This is a true winter adventure that will take you from well maintained cross country ski trails of Mt Stirling to the unmaintained backcountry trails of the Victorian High Country. On this hike you will enjoy beautiful Alpine Ash forests, majestic Snow Gums, breathtaking views and high country huts, including Craig’s Hut, which was a movie set built especially for the film The Man from Snowy River in 1982 and was named after the family that lived there. Today it’s one of Victoria’s most iconic places to visit. This adventure is physically and mentally demanding, therefore requires good level of fitness and mental strength. You will be required to wear snowshoes and carry an overnight backpack for the entire hike. The backpack will weigh between 21 to 25 kilograms. You will also need warm, waterproof winter clothing.
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A group of hikers on the Bluff Spur Trail at Mt Stirling.
A group of hikers are soaking up the views from Mt Stirling.
A group of hikers coming down from Mt Stirling on the way to Craig's Hut.
A group of hikers admiring Snow Gums on Mt Stirling.
Craig's Hut at sunset with soft orange and blue colouring the sky.
A group of hikers receiving astrophotography lesson at Craig's Hut.
A hiker watching the sun rise above the clouds at Craig's Hut.
A photography workshop is taking place on a frosty morning at Craig's Hut.
A group of hikers on a frosty morning at Craig's Hut receiving photography tips.
  1. A group of hikers on the Bluff Spur Trail at Mt Stirling.
  2. A group of hikers are soaking up the views from Mt Stirling.
  3. A group of hikers coming down from Mt Stirling on the way to Craig's Hut.
  4. A group of hikers admiring Snow Gums on Mt Stirling.
  5. Craig's Hut at sunset with soft orange and blue colouring the sky.
  6. A group of hikers receiving astrophotography lesson at Craig's Hut.
  7. A hiker watching the sun rise above the clouds at Craig's Hut.
  8. A photography workshop is taking place on a frosty morning at Craig's Hut.
  9. A group of hikers on a frosty morning at Craig's Hut receiving photography tips.
Tour Bookings
What better way to take in the Victorian High Country than to break out the camera and capture some of the most breathtaking scenery you can imagine. Now imagine doing it at night. Following an amazing hike to Craig’s Hut, Tim from Under the Southern Sky Photography will lead a small workshop on shooting nightscapes – where the stunning night sky meets beautiful scenery. This workshop will be tailored to your level of photography and nightscape experience. Be spoilt on this hiking tour from the moment you start walking. You will hike through forests of towering Alpine Ash, through Snow Gum covered alpine areas and above the tree line with breathtaking views of the Victorian High Country as you traverse Mt Stirling’s summit, before arriving at Craig’s Hut, where you will spend the night camping. This part of our High Country is photographer’s paradise. Craig’s Hut is a movie set built especially for the film The Man from Snowy River in 1982. Today it’s one of Victoria’s most iconic places to visit, and you will have a rare opportunity to capture this famous location at night with the assistance of a professional astrophotographer.
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Hiking over Mt Stirling with the toughest Snow Gum in Australia as a backdrop.
Bride and groom on the trail, heading up to Craig's Hut.
Bride and groom enjoying the views from Craig's Hut with the wedding dress hanging on the porch.
Bride and groom with their parents during the wedding ceremony, with mountains in the background.
A bride is taking a moment inside the rustic Craig's Hut.
Just married couple relaxing on a picnic blanket in front of Craig's Hut with a glass of wine.
Just married couple enjoying a sumptuous sunset dinner at Craig's Hut.
Love and marriage, stunning location, sumptuous meal and breathtaking views.
The three collaborators that make this amazing package happen.
  1. Hiking over Mt Stirling with the toughest Snow Gum in Australia as a backdrop.
  2. Bride and groom on the trail, heading up to Craig's Hut.
  3. Bride and groom enjoying the views from Craig's Hut with the wedding dress hanging on the porch.
  4. Bride and groom with their parents during the wedding ceremony, with mountains in the background.
  5. A bride is taking a moment inside the rustic Craig's Hut.
  6. Just married couple relaxing on a picnic blanket in front of Craig's Hut with a glass of wine.
  7. Just married couple enjoying a sumptuous sunset dinner at Craig's Hut.
  8. Love and marriage, stunning location, sumptuous meal and breathtaking views.
  9. The three collaborators that make this amazing package happen.
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A collaboration between Love Michelle Boyd wedding celebrant, Love Story Weddings Photography by Sarah Maslankiewicz and High Country Hiking Tours “Wild Love” is a truly unique experience for all you adventure driven couples that want to say “I do”, or renew their vows away from the hustle and bustle of a big wedding celebration. The seasons, the location, and the ceremony are epic! They will guide you along remote trails to destinations with breathtaking views. You will hike amongst towering Alpine Ash to areas dominated by Snow Gums, enjoying an array of wildflowers and sounds of numerous birds that call the High Country home, all the while you are filling your lungs with the freshest air and building an appetite for a sumptuous dinner. Your final destination is Craig’s Hut. A gem hidden deep in the mountains of the High Country that was made famous by the film “The Man From Snowy River”. After your wedding ceremony at Craig’s Hut, you will be treated to a rustic sunset dinner, enjoying a meal fit for a hard working cattleman while watching the evening sun cast a golden glow over Craig’s Hut. Every package is unique, tailored to suit your perfect day.
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Snow covered hut amongst the Snow Gums.
A hiker snapping photos of the snow covered landscape.
A couple of snowshoeing hikers on the groomed trails of Mt Stirling.
Part of Mt Buller is poking out under the clouds.
Hikers in winter wonderland.
Hi, I'm your guide, Romana.
A client taking photos up above the tree line, not far from the summit.
Hikers in the clouds on the trails of Mt Stirling.
Your guide Romana loving the winter wonderland.
  1. Snow covered hut amongst the Snow Gums.
  2. A hiker snapping photos of the snow covered landscape.
  3. A couple of snowshoeing hikers on the groomed trails of Mt Stirling.
  4. Part of Mt Buller is poking out under the clouds.
  5. Hikers in winter wonderland.
  6. Hi, I'm your guide, Romana.
  7. A client taking photos up above the tree line, not far from the summit.
  8. Hikers in the clouds on the trails of Mt Stirling.
  9. Your guide Romana loving the winter wonderland.
Tour Bookings
If you’d like to experience an epic winter outdoor adventure, this might just be the right tour for you. This fully guided tour is a great introduction to snowshoeing and snow camping. Enjoy two days snowshoeing around the beautiful Mt Stirling with one night camping at Bluff Spur Memorial Hut. The hut provides a good shelter and warmth to cook in and socialise in. Along the way, hike through magnificent Alpine Ash forest and into the high alpine areas covered in Snow Gums. Explore high country huts and enjoy breathtaking views, weather permiting. This adventure is physically and mentally demanding, therefore requires good level of fitness and mental strength. You will be required to wear snowshoes and carry an overnight backpack, which will weigh between 21 to 25kg. You will also need warm, waterproof winter clothing. Children 15 years and older should be able to complete this tour, but they will be required to carry a fully loaded pack. For families with children, they distribute the pack weight so that children carry a little less, but parents need to pick up the balance. Please contact the team for more details and to discuss your child’s fitness and ability.
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The Howqua River is shimmering down below us in the valley.
A hiker on a track deep in the bush of the Victorian High Country.
Ritchie's Hut.
Along the banks of the Howqua River.
Camp set up at Ritchie's Hut.
The beautiful Ritchie's Hut.
Hiking along the Howqua River.
Camp set up at Ritchie's Hut.
A hiker on a trail high up above the Howqua River.
  1. The Howqua River is shimmering down below us in the valley.
  2. A hiker on a track deep in the bush of the Victorian High Country.
  3. Ritchie's Hut.
  4. Along the banks of the Howqua River.
  5. Camp set up at Ritchie's Hut.
  6. The beautiful Ritchie's Hut.
  7. Hiking along the Howqua River.
  8. Camp set up at Ritchie's Hut.
  9. A hiker on a trail high up above the Howqua River.
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Nestled amongst the mountains, on the banks of the Howqua River where Fourteen Mile Creek flows in, is Ritchie’s Hut. Is was built by Robert, the son of Geoffrey Ritchie, with the aid of Fred Fry in late 1947 as a fishing hut. Geoffrey Ritchie and Antoinette Ritchie first moved to “Delatite” near Mansfield in 1902 and bought “Wonnangatta Station” in 1914. Enjoy two days of guided hiking along the Howqua River in the beautiful Victorian High Country where the smell of earth and eucalyptus is so strong, it takes over your senses. Breathe the clean fresh air and tune in to hear the numerous birds that call the Victorian High Country their home. Whether you are a day hiker wanting to try multi-day hiking or you have never hiked before, this hike is for you. It is an easy undulating walk along the banks of the Howqua River. This hike does not require a great deal of fitness and as long as you are prepared to carry an overnight backpack, you will have no problem completing this hike with a smile on your face.
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