Very popular destination in high summer with sweeping views in all directions. Surprisingly, mobile phones will work despite the isolation. Though normally windswept, you can find shelter on whatever is …
Normally I wouldn’t call this a real hiking highlight as the “summit” can also be reached by car and therefore is very crowded. Not exactly what you would expect after …
The lookout at Mt St Leonard summit offers magnificent views across the Yarra Valley. The skyline of Melbourne CBD can also be seen. The mountain summit itself is not spectacular as there is a huge radio mast.
Arguably Australia’s most spectacular climb, the road up Mount Hotham twists up some unforgiving landscapes, beyond the tree line and up to an alpine resort. Over 30 kilometres of climbing …