Mansfield to Marysville
Australia
Victoria's High Country gravel road from Mansfield through Woods Point to Marysville, through remote forest and mountain ranges on unsealed roads that venture into country where 4WD clearance is an advantage. The section between Mansfield and Woods Point feels further from civilisation than its distance from Melbourne suggests.
Explore on the interactive map →Stops along the route
- Mansfield
High Country cattle town at the foot of Mount Buller. The Man from Snowy River was filmed in the surrounding ranges; gravel roads west lead into deep forest.
- Jamieson
A tiny historic gold-rush township on the Jamieson River, a useful fuel and rest stop before the remote push to Woods Point on unsealed roads.
- Woods Point
A gold-rush ghost town of fewer than 20 residents deep in the forest. The 1862 hotel is claimed as Victoria's oldest continuously licensed pub.
- Marysville
Rebuilt after the 2009 Black Saturday fires. Steavenson Falls and the Black Spur drive to Healesville complete one of Victoria's great forest circuits.
Where to Eat
- Jamieson Brewery & GrillBrewpub
Offers craft beers brewed on-site and hearty meals with scenic river views.
- Kevington HotelPub
Historic riverside pub serving classic Australian dishes and beverages.
- Marysville Country BakeryBakery
Known for fresh pastries, pies, and coffee in a cozy setting.
Things to Do
- Jamieson Courthouse and MuseumMuseum
Explore local history in a heritage-listed 1860s courthouse.
- Lake Eildon National ParkNational Park
Offers hiking, boating, and wildlife spotting amid scenic landscapes.
- Steavenson FallsScenic Viewpoint
One of Victoria's highest waterfalls with accessible viewing platforms.
Travel advisory
Unsealed gravel and dirt sections through remote Victorian High Country make higher clearance strongly advisable, especially after rain when tracks become muddy and slippery. Check road conditions with Parks Victoria before departure, carry a spare tyre, and allow extra travel time for the mountain terrain.