Mt Buller - Craig's Hut and Walk
This iconic hut, walk and piece of Australian film history offers unrivalled panoramic views of the High Country.
Arguably the state's most iconic High Country hut, Craig's Hut sits on the top of Mt Stirling offering unrivalled panoramic views over surrounding mountains. It is one of the regions most photographed landmarks.
The hut was originally built in 1982 as the set for the film The Man from Snowy River. It was sadly destroyed by the Great Divide Fire in 2006 but rebuilt and reopened to the public 2 years later.
Set on a grassy knoll surrounded by snow gums, this scenic picnic spot offers limitless photo opportunities.
Access the hut and these magnificent views either directly by 4WD or via a 3 km return walking track.
The walking track starts at the Circuit Road Picnic Area, 1 km before the Craig's Hut turn-off. This stunning 3km return walk passes amongst the low snow gums with views across the surrounding alpine valleys, leading up to Craig's Hut. Drive, horse-ride, mountain-bike or hike - no matter how you get to the hut, make sure to pack a picnic.
How to get there
From Mansfield follow the Mt. Buller Rd to Mirimbah. Turn left onto Mt. Stirling Rd and follow to Telephone Box Junction (T.B.J). From here, The Circuit Rd can be driven in either direction and is accessible to all vehicles, but can have rough sections. Circuit Rd is seasonally closed at T.B.J from the Friday before the Queen's Birthday weekend until the Thursday before the Melbourne Cup Weekend. Follow Circuit Rd 18kms from Telephone Box Junction in a clockwise direction, or 28kms in an anti-clockwise direction. Turn onto Clear Hills Tk (4WD only), follow for 2kms. 2WD vehicles can park at the nearby Circuit Rd Picnic Area and walk to the Hut.
Access for Dogs:
Dogs allowed
Location
Circuit Road, Mt Buller 3723 View Map
Web Links
→ www.exploreoutdoors.vic.gov.au/activities/picnicking/craigs-hut
