Hike at a Glance
Max elevation: 1869m
Min elevation: 1734m
Total Ascent: 370m
Track grade
Grade 3 (Moderate) - Walks for Most Fitness Levels: Grade 3 on the AWTGS represents moderate walking tracks. These are ideal for walkers with some fitness who are comfortable with some hills and uneven terrain. While suitable for most ages, some bushwalking experience is recommended to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Tracks may have short, steep hill sections, a rough surface, and many steps. The total distance of a Grade 3 walk can be up to 20 kilometers.
Explore safely
Planning this hike? Most incidents develop before you even start. Safe outcomes depend on how navigation, hydration, environment, load and judgement work together. Small oversights can compound quickly in Australian conditions. See how it happens in the Hiking Safety Systems Foundations. Then use the Hiking Safety Systems, planning calculators, and make sure a trusted contact has your trip plan before heading out.
Leave a trip plan
Before you go, complete a trip intentions form and share it with a trusted contact. Agree on a Late-Back Time and ask them to call 000 (Police) if you have not checked in. A clear trip plan is one of the simplest and most effective safety steps you can take.
Planning checklists
Download the hiking preparation and safety checklists before leaving home to help you think through your plans. They help ensure important considerations are not overlooked and support safer decision-making on the trail.
Getting there
Getting to the trailhead: Alpine National Park.
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Accommodation nearby
Find accommodation close to the trailhead including hotels, cabins, and campgrounds. Use the interactive map to explore available options in nearby towns.
Nearby towns: Benalla, Bright, Dinner Plain, Falls Creek, Harrietville, Hotham Heights, Mansfield, Mitta Mitta, Mount Beauty, Mount Hotham, Myrtleford, Omeo, Porepunkah, Tawonga South, Wangaratta
Similar walks nearby
Looking for more walks in or near Alpine National Park? Try these trails with a similar difficulty grade.
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Acknowledgement of Country
Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.
3 Reviews on “Derrick Hut via Mount Loch Hike (10km)”
It’s only a short way to include Mt Loch summit to this walk. Fantastic 360degree views
Deb Kahn that’s a great suggestion for a side trip. I should include that in the description. Thank you.
Trail Hiking Australia my pleasure. We always have morning tea at the hut and the lunch with views on Mt Loch.
Deb Kahn oh that sounds lovely. By the way. I’ve just updated that hike to include Mount Loch summit. Thanks for the suggestion.
One of my favourite places!!
Beans Cazz totally agree, it is pretty special. Something about the Vic high country that gives me peace.
Trail Hiking Australia blessed to live on the High Country doorstep, Darren.
The absolute best therapy available, in every way.
Beans Cazz absolutely. By the way. I’ve just updated that hike to include Mount Loch summit.
was her just yesterday, what a great hut this one is!
Can’t wait to go there now!
Karen Malloch lets do it
Luke Deards
Longing for lockdown to be over. Now another 6 weeks ?
Zita Garner
Fiona Blakeway might have some good ideas for your hiking adventures