A rugged adventure through history with striking views over the Great Dividing Ranges and ample walking, camping and fishing opportunities.
Trace the steps of pioneers from the 1800s and tour the rich mining lands surrounding Walhalla, Aberfeldy and Jamieson.
Go slow on this off-the beaten track, taking time to read the information signposts. Learn about colourful characters from the past and the way of life as you discover old telegraph stations, hotels and cemeteries that are full of memories of those in search of their fortune.
To really embrace your journey into the deep history of the land, light up the firepit and spend the night at Aberfeldy River Campground. Sleep with the mesmerising music of the flowing Aberfeldy River literally at your doorstep.
The journey also affords beautiful mountain top views across the surrounding ranges and Thomson Dam. For jaw-dropping vistas, stop at Cast Iron Point, the area aptly named during World War One when mining equipment was collected at the site and sent to Melbourne to be melted and made into dangerous weapons of war.
Be especially careful on the winding sections of the track, the route is slippery when wet and snowfall can affect the journey as you climb above 1000m.
Route Options
Donnelly’s Creek Loop
- Walhalla to Donnelly’s Creek (23km)
- Donnelly’s Creek to Toombon (22km)
- Toombon to Aberfeldy (12km)
Jordan Valley Loop
- Aberfeldy to Woods Point (43km via Walhalla Rd)
- Woods Point to Matlock (14km via Warburton - Woods Point Rd)
- Matlock to Red Jacket (30km via Jericho on the Red Jacket Tk)
- Red Jacket to Aberfeldy (15km via Victor Quartz Tk, optional detour to Blue Jacket and Violet Town)
- Aberfeldy to Erica (17km)
To Jamieson
- Walhalla to Jamieson (136km)
Continue to relish in the beauty of the region and head further north to Jamieson. Along the way enjoy one of the walking tracks and protected secluded camping spots. Then warm up with a thimble of whiskey at one of the homely pubs at Woods Point, Kevington and Jamieson. Before you head back to the bitumen, stop in at Jamieson Brewery & Grill for Master brewer Darren Kerr's new-age XBA (American brown) and classic Raspberry ale.
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