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Quick overview: Get ready for an adventurous hike at Mount Stradbroke track, located in the heart of Alpine National Park, Victoria. This hard grade, 11km return trail starts and ends at Limestone Black Mountain Road, near the remote town of Wulgulmerang and about 432km from Melbourne. Expect a challenging but rewarding journey through snowgum woodland and rocky summits, offering stunning views across the mountains and into the Suggan Buggan Valley. Ideal for experienced bushwalkers, remember to follow the sporadic route markings and ignore the incorrect signposted distance.

Hike length

11km

Average duration

6 hrs

Trail Difficulty

Grade 4 (Hard)

Hike Type

Return

Technical details

Max elevation: 1334m
Min elevation: 1214m
Total Ascent: 384m

Start: Limestone Black Mountain Road

End: Limestone Black Mountain Road

Location: Alpine National Park

State: Victoria

Nearest town: Wulgulmerang

State capital distance: 432km

Latitude: -36.93946944

Longitude: 148.2259222

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The Mount Stradbroke track commences at the Limestone Black Mountain Road on Second Emu Flat and follows a disused and overgrown 4WD fire trail for part of the walk. Currently Mount Stradbroke Walking Track is signposted at the start (ignore the signposted distance as it is not correct), the route is marked sporadically and open for adventurous walkers. Beginning on an old fire access track, it becomes a mere trail winding through snowgum woodland towards the rocky summit. Emerging onto the summit of Mount Stradbroke, you are greeted by views across the mountains and down into the Suggan Buggan Valley.

Mount Stradbroke is a mountain in Victoria and is nearby to Rocky Range State Faunal Reserve and Suggan Buggan. In the heart of the Australian Alps, this is one of Victoria's largest and most remote areas of national park. The rugged landscape features the magnificent Snowy River and Suggan Buggan Valleys, the headwaters of the Murray River and spectacular peaks including the Cobberas (No.1 1838 m) and Mount Tingaringy (1448 m).

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Camping

A good campign spot can be found nearby at Native Dog Flat. The camp includes a Parks Victoria Toilet, water from the Buchan River and plenty of open space to camp. It is a great spot to base yourself for a few days to enjoy both Mount Stradbroke and Mount Cobberas.

Track difficulty

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Grade 4 (Hard)

Steep, rough, and demanding
These are challenging walks suited to experienced hikers. Expect sustained climbs, rough and uneven terrain, and longer distances.

Tracks may be less defined, and signage can be limited, so navigation awareness is important. These walks require good fitness, confidence on difficult terrain, and the ability to manage fatigue over time.

Safety note: Fatigue, poor navigation, or a sudden weather change can turn a hard walk into a serious situation.

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Practical Information:

Includes rock-hopping

Trail Features:

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Mount Stradbroke Track (11km)

Total distance: 10938 m
Max elevation: 1334 m
Min elevation: 1214 m
Total climbing: 384 m
Total descent: -384 m

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Getting there

Alpine National Park

From Melbourne follow the M1 to Newborough. Take the exit towards Moe/Newborough/Yallourn Nth/C103 from M1 (135 km). Follow C103 and Cairnbrook Rd to Princes Hwy/A1 in Rosedale (50.3 km). Continue on Princes Hwy/A1 to Lucknow (94.5 km). Take C608 to Limestone Rd in Brumby and park on the tigh bedn of Limestone Black Mountain Road on Second Emu Flat. Note that this road is generally closed during windter due to heavy snow fall.

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About the region

The Alpine National Park is a national park 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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Hike at a glance

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Trail details

Hike summary

Camping

Track difficulty

Grade 4 (Hard)

Planning essentials

Map and GPX file

Safety and preparation

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Free checklists

Getting there

Accommodation nearby

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About the region

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Mount Cobberas Circuit Hike (15.1km)

Little River Gorge Walk (800m)

Silver Mine Walk (16.5km)

Tulloch Ard Lookout Walk (3.2km)

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