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Mount Beauty - Extreme to Serene

Nestled at the foot of Mt Bogong in the glorious Kiewa Valley of North East Victoria, is the peaceful township of Mount Beauty. Surrounded on all sides by high mountains, Mount Beauty is a spectacular holiday destination that has something for anyone seeking adventure, rest or romance.

From its humble beginnings in the 1940s as a housing estate for construction workers on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme, Mount Beauty has grown into a beloved tourist destination. These days it is base camp for extreme athletes and a peaceful haven for those seeking more idyllic pursuits like walking, fishing, bowls, boating and golf. Hang-gliders and para-gliders dot the skyscape in the summer months and there are mountain bike tracks, BMX tracks and a skateboard park.

Whether you want extreme thrills or gentle relaxation, Mount Beauty ticks all the boxes for a memorable experience in one of the country’s most picturesque destinations.

MOUNT BEAUTY Location: North-East Victoria, Australian Alps Local Geography: Mountains, rivers, valleys Accommodation: All budgets and tastes Where to go: Albury, Beechworth, Bogong Village, Bright, Falls Creek, Harrietville, Mitta Mitta, Mt Buffalo, Mt Hotham, Myrtleford, Omeo, Tangambalanga, Wodonga, Wandiligong, Yackandandah , etc. What to do: All kinds of sports and physical pursuits, swimming holes and pool complex, art galleries, lunch at local wineries, cafes and restaurants, lots of interesting places to visit locally.		Extreme... If you like a challenge you will find it here amongst the high country peaks of the Victorian Alps or in the verdant Kiewa Valley. North-east Victoria is a breathtaking surprise for new visitors and Mt Bogong, reigning majestically over the Kiewa, is awe-inspiring. Paradise for cyclists! Bring the road bike and the mountain bike. Discover the world-class MTB tracks around Mount Beauty and the gruelling 30km climb up to Falls Creek. There are challenging rides for all levels whether you want to go down the road or over the hill and far away....
FALLS CREEK Snow: Reliable snow making; wicked snowboard terrain park. Sun: In summer, the lake is a favourite places for canoes and kayaks, bush walking, MTB tracks, etc. Best for: Intermediate cruising - a popular family holiday resort. The Summit is testing in deep snow. Not a skier? No worries! There’s heaps to do at Falls Creek - Great restaurants and bars; cinema, snowtube, sliding, snowbikes and bungy trampolines; back-country snowmobile tours. Lift passes: One-day lift ticket $94, under-14s $47, under-18s $80. Less in value season. More info: www.fallscreek.com.au		Whether you like to jump out of helicopters on your board or skis or play on the nursery slopes, you will love Falls Creek, Australia’s highest residential mountain village.
Cyclists enjoy a break at the Mount Beauty Bakery.		Pilots of hang-gliders, para-gliders and plain old gliders love it here. Craft of all kinds can be seen dotting the airscape in the summer months. The Bogong Cup draws challengers from all over the world each January. White water rafting, kayaking, water skiing, tennis, swimming, golf, bowls. For more information on activities, go to Explore Mount Beauty.
Enjoy the peace & quiet of Mount Beauty Pondage		. . .To Serene Ah, mountains .... lots of them, rising high above the Kiewa Valley, creating a backdrop for the most relaxing holiday you may ever have. Bring your book or your bowls, try our golf clubs or our club sandwiches. Spot the brush turkey on your bush walks. Read the Sunday papers while basking in the morning sun.

This website developed with the support of the Mount Beauty & District Chamber of Commerce, Alpine Shire and Regional Development Victoria