Mt Buangor & Beaufort area
Day 2 - scenic/social trip
This is day 2 of a 2-day weekend - separated to allow for registration of individual days. If you wish to attend both days, you will need to register for both.
Sunday we will mostly be a scenic drive / social trip visiting local attractions such as Lake Goldsmith Steam & Vintage Rally, Stockyard Hill, Mt Cole Reservoir a few local wineries on the way then stopping for lunch at the Mount Langi Ghiran Vineyard.
Weather:
Cold and possibly wet and windy so ensure you bring appropriate clothing.
Trip Standard: Easy -
Sunday we will mostly be a scenic drive / social trip visiting local attractions such as Lake Goldsmith Steam & Vintage Rally, Stockyard Hill, Mt Cole Reservoir a few local wineries on the way then stopping for lunch at the Mount Langi Ghiran Vineyard.
Equipment:
UHF radio (or one borrowed from the club. Suitable for All Wheel Drive and High Range 4WD. Can be low clearance with single range and road tyres.
Camping/Accomodation:
Middle Creek Camping Area
- There are 30 unpowered sites in a large open area, all of which accommodate both caravans and tents. Each site holds a maximum of 6 people.
- Non-flush toilets, fireplaces, picnic tables and a picnic shelter are provided.
- Campfires only allowed in designated fireplaces - supply your own wood.
Ferntree Camping Area
- Ferntree Camping Area is suitable for tents only. The five individual sites are small and each is in a secluded bush setting. Each site has its own fireplace and picnic table. Campers should be self-sufficient and bring drinking water and firewood. Non-flush toilets are located in the adjacent day visitor area.
Bailes Camping Area
- Bailes Camping Area contains 5 unpowered sites suitable for both tents and caravans. Non-flush toilets, communal fireplaces and picnic tables are provided. Campers should be self-sufficient and bring drinking water and firewood.
Non-camping accomodation:
https://www.parkstay.vic.gov.au/mount-buangor-state-park
Food & Water: Suggest bring your own morning tea, coffee (thermos) and light snacks.
Fuel: Full tank ex Melbourne, fuel available in Beaufort (Caltex).
Distances:
Melbourne to Beaufort – 163 km (approx. 1 hour 50mins)
- Ararat to Beaufort – 45 km (approx. 32min via the Western Hwy A8)
- Ballarat to Beaufort – 51 km (approx. 38min via Western Hwy A8 & M8)
Scenic drive – approx. 110 km
Duration: 1 day (separate registration required for the previous day)
Convoy Limit: 10 vehicles
Meeting arrangements:
Beaufort Visitor Information Center
72 Neill St, Beaufort VIC 3373
UHF Channel: 15
Trip Leader:
Simon van den Berg 0424 544 297 5i.b3rg@gmail.com
