Anglers Rest Walking Track (5km)

The Anglers Rest Walking Track offers a flexible walking experience in Alpine National Park, allowing walkers to choose between a full loop or shorter return walks depending on time, fitness, and conditions. All options start from the Anglers Rest Camping Area and explore the Cobungra and Mitta Mitta river corridors, open eucalypt forest, and a prominent rocky lookout above the river.

1. Anglers Rest Walking Track via River Lookout (5 km circuit)

This is the primary and most complete version of the walk, forming a scenic loop through the landscapes surrounding historic Anglers Rest.

The Anglers Rest Walking Track is a scenic loop walk in Alpine National Park that explores the river flats, forested slopes, and elevated viewpoints surrounding the historic Anglers Rest area in Victoria’s High Country. Starting from the Anglers Rest Camping Area, the walk follows sections of the Cobungra River before climbing steadily to a rocky lookout perched high above the Mitta Mitta River.

The full loop is approximately 5 kilometres and is graded as Grade 3. It is suitable for walkers with a reasonable level of fitness and some experience on uneven surfaces. The track winds through open eucalypt forest and riparian vegetation before reaching the lookout, which sits around 40 metres above the Mitta Mitta River. From here, expansive views open out across Graveyard Rapids, the river valley below, and surrounding alpine ranges.

After leaving the lookout, the circuit continues across a small ridge before descending back toward Anglers Rest via a different section of track, creating a varied and rewarding loop walk.

2. River Lookout via Lookout Track (2 km return)

This option provides a more direct route to the lookout and is ideal for walkers seeking a shorter but steeper walk with a clear destination.

From the Anglers Rest Camping Area, the track heads toward the river before turning uphill along the old quarry route. The climb includes stone steps and formed sections, with directional signage at each junction. The ascent takes around 30 to 40 minutes and involves noticeable elevation gain.

At the top, the lookout features rockwork steps, a safety balustrade, and signage. Views extend over the Mitta Mitta River directly below, with Graveyard Rapids and Mount Wills visible in the distance. This route returns the same way, making it a straightforward out and back walk of around 3 kilometres.

3. River Lookout via Cobungra Track (3 km return)

This option follows a gentler riverside route and is well suited to walkers who prefer flatter terrain and a relaxed pace.

From the campground, the track follows the Cobungra River downstream through open forest and riparian vegetation. The walking is mostly level and meandering, with frequent opportunities to stop by the river. After around 20 to 25 minutes, the track reaches a junction signposted uphill to the lookout.

Walkers can choose to continue along the river and return the same way for a shorter walk, or take the uphill track to the lookout before retracing their steps back to Anglers Rest. Completing the return walk to the lookout via this route results in a walk of approximately 5 kilometres. This option is popular for its peaceful river setting and chances to spot birdlife and platypus.