The Mount Buller Traverse ascends the scenic West Ridge of Mount Buller and is one of the most exhilarating ridge hikes in the Victorian Alps. There are sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and the rugged terrain is a real eye-opener to those unfamiliar with this less visited side of the mountain.
Commencing at the junction of Summit and Doughty Roads the trail ascends the steep, rugged and dramatic West Ridge Trail to the summit of Mount Buller, then descends the mountain via the untracked McLaughan Shoulder and the Klingsporn Track.
Total distance: 19871 m
Max elevation: 1773 m
Min elevation: 599 m
Total climbing: 1321 m
Total descent: -1320 m
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- Rough Trail
- Alpine Region
- Exposed Ledges
- Rock Scrambling
- Steep Terrain
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Only for the very fit, this involves over 1300m of accumulated vertical ascent.
- This is a challenging hike that should not be underestimated. Do not attempt this hike during Summer or Winter unless you are experienced in Alpine conditions and have the necessary equipment for snow hiking (crampons/ice axe/snow shoes)
- This hike requires that you have a sufficient level of equipment (in good working order), fitness and self-reliance. It is vital that you take personal responsibility for ensuring you are prepared!
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- 2WD Access
- Bitumen Road
- Gravel Road
From Melbourne, take the Hume Fwy/National Highway M31, C382, Goulburn Valley Hwy/B340, B300 and Mount Buller Rd/C320 to Summit Rd in Mount Buller. Continue along Summit Road to just beyond Sawmill Settlement to Doughty Road. The hike commences from the junction of Summit Road and Doughty Road. You can park your vehicle in a number of picnic areas opposite this junction on the northern side of Summit Road.
It’s a good idea to let someone know where you’re going. Fill in a trip intention form to send important details about your trip to your emergency contact. If you are lost or require help and have phone reception, call 000 and ask for police. The international standard emergency number is 112, if you dial this number in Australia you will be treated exactly the same as a 000 call. If you believe your life is at risk, activate your personal locator beacon (PLB), then make your position visible to rescue teams and keep warm and dry.
The Alpine National Park is a national park located in the Central Highlands and Alpine regions of Victoria, Australia. The 646,000-hectare national park is located northeast of Melbourne. It is the largest National Park in Victoria, and covers much of the higher areas of the Great Dividing Range in Victoria, including Victoria's highest point, Mount Bogong at 1,986 metres and the associated subalpine woodland and grassland of the Bogong High Plains. The park's north-eastern boundary is along the border with New South Wales, where it abuts the Kosciuszko National Park.
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Jill Wren get the message !!
Jack Stanton Might find button man here ?
Just spent the weekend doing this hike and it is spectacular.