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Escape the Melbourne Cup crowds and discover a rarely visited corner of East Gippsland. We'll spend four nights camping at remote Wulgulmerang Recreation Reserve and explore the spectacular Snowy River and Alpine National Parks.Three-day walks are planned (weather dependent):
Silvermine Walk (17km): A scenic loop above the Snowy River with historic mine ruins and the option to visit Little River Gorge.
Mt Stradbroke (12km): A return walk to a 1,300m summit with sweeping views across the Suggan Buggan Valley.
Alpine adventure: Venture off-track to Mt Wombargo or follow a rough 4WD track to Rams Horn.
On Melbourne Cup Day we'll visit Tulloch Ard Gorge Lookout before returning to Melbourne.
CAMPING
We'll base camp for four nights at Wulgulmerang Recreation Reserve, with hot showers, toilets and a shelter. Bring your own tent, camping gear, stove and all food, as there are no nearby shops.
ITINERARY
Friday: Travel to Wulgulmerang and set up camp (5½-hour drive; car-pooling encouraged).
Saturday–Monday: Three full-day walks.
Tuesday: Pack up, visit Tulloch Ard Gorge, then return to Melbourne.
BOOKINGS REQUIRED: https://yhabush.org.au/events/snowy-alpine-np-cup-weekend-bc-2026/
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East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia, Cranbourne, Australia
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