High Country Holiday Park - Your Gateway to Mt Buller and the Victorian Alps
High Country Holiday Park is strategically positioned in the heart of Mansfield, serving as the ultimate base camp for adventurers exploring the Victorian High Country. Located just minutes from the vibrant town centre and directly adjacent to the start of the Great Victorian Rail Trail, this park offers a unique blend of convenience and alpine charm. Whether you are heading to the snowfields of Mt Buller in winter or seeking the cooling waters of Lake Eildon in the summer, the park provides an ideal sanctuary for families, couples, and solo travellers alike.
The Mansfield region is renowned for its rich heritage, spectacular scenery, and world-class outdoor activities. Staying at High Country Holiday Park allows you to immerse yourself in the local culture, where historic pubs, artisan bakeries, and high-country markets are all within walking distance. The park itself is designed to facilitate a relaxing stay, featuring mature trees that provide ample shade during the warm Victorian summers and a range of facilities that cater to the needs of modern caravanners and campers.
To help you plan your high-country escape, here are some of the park's stand-out features:
- Prime location just 400 metres from Mansfield’s main street boutiques, cafes, and restaurants.
- Immediate access to the Great Victorian Rail Trail, perfect for cycling enthusiasts and morning walkers.
- A solar-heated saltwater swimming pool, providing a refreshing retreat after a day of hiking or 4WD exploring.
- Family-focused entertainment including a children's playground, games room, and dedicated toddler playroom.
- Strategic proximity to Mt Buller, making it the preferred off-mountain accommodation for ski and mountain bike seasons.
- Expansive communal kitchen and BBQ areas that foster a friendly, community-oriented atmosphere for all guests.
Mansfield is a town for all seasons, and High Country Holiday Park ensures you have a comfortable place to return to regardless of the weather. From the thrill of the winter snow to the vibrant colours of the autumn leaves and the blooming wildflowers of spring, the park offers a year-round connection to the Great Dividing Range. Visitors are encouraged to explore the local wineries of the Delatite Valley or take the short drive to the Mansfield Zoo to meet the famous lions. By choosing to stay at High Country Holiday Park, you are not just booking a site; you are securing a front-row seat to the best of Victoria’s alpine wilderness.
High Country Holiday Park
- Address: 1 Ultimo St, Mansfield VIC 3722, Australia
- Website: www.highcountryholidaypark.com.au
- Phone: +61 3 5775 2705
- GPS Coordinates: -37.05327, 146.08303
Location & Access
- Location: Western edge of Mansfield township, providing quiet surrounds while remaining walking distance to town.
- Site Suitable For: Tents, Camper Trailers, Caravans, Motorhomes, and Big Rigs.
- Road Access: Fully sealed bitumen road access to the park entrance and throughout the park grounds.
- Site Surface: Level grassed sites and sites with concrete slabs for caravans/motorhomes.
Facilities & Preparation
- Available Facilities: Solar-heated saltwater pool, two tennis courts, games room, toddler playroom, adventure playground, camp kitchen, and laundry.
- Essentials to Bring: Warm clothing (nights can be cold even in summer), mountain bikes for the rail trail, and alpine-rated gear if heading to Mt Buller.
- Pet Friendly: Limited availability; dogs may be allowed on sites at the manager's discretion (contact the park directly).
- Fishing: Available at the Delatite River (15 mins) or Lake Eildon (20 mins).
- Short Walks: Mansfield Botanic Park Walk, Ford Street History Walk, and the Mullum Mullum Wetlands.
Local Amenities & Distance
Local Pubs
- The Delatite Hotel - ~0.6 km
- The Mansfield Hotel - ~0.5 km
- The Commercial Hotel - ~0.4 km
Places to Eat
- Mansfield Coffee Merchant - ~0.6 km
- Produce Store Mansfield - ~0.7 km
- The Fields (Modern Dining) - ~0.5 km
Local Attractions
- Great Victorian Rail Trail - ~0.15 km
- Mansfield Zoo - ~10.5 km
- Mansfield Armchair Cinema - ~1.2 km
- Mt Buller Alpine Resort Entry - ~28 km
- Delatite Winery - ~12.5 km
Nearest Caravan Parks
- Mansfield Holiday Park - ~1.8 km
- Mansfield Lakeside Holiday Park - ~7.5 km
Nearest Free Camps
- James Camping Area (Lake Eildon) - ~21 km
- Sheepyard Flat (Howqua Hills) - ~42 km
Nearest Dump Points
- On-site at High Country Holiday Park - 0 km
- Mansfield RV Dump Point (Stock Route) - ~0.4 km
Nearest Petrol Stations
- BP Mansfield (Mount Buller Rd) - ~0.8 km
- Shell Mansfield (Maroondah Hwy) - ~1.1 km
Drinking Water Resupply
- On-site Town Water - 0 km
- Mansfield Visitor Centre Public Taps - ~0.3 km
Public Toilets
- Park Amenity Blocks - 0 km
- Mansfield Botanic Park Public Toilets - ~0.4 km
Seasonal Weather Forecast
- Summer (Dec-Feb): Warm to hot days (26°C - 35°C). Ideal for water sports and mountain biking. Cool, comfortable nights.
- Autumn (Mar-May): Mild days (15°C - 22°C). Stunning foliage displays in the township; very stable weather for hiking.
- Winter (Jun-Aug): Cold and wet (8°C - 13°C). Snow season at Mt Buller. Expect frosts and overnight temperatures near 0°C.
- Spring (Sep-Nov): Fresh and green (16°C - 21°C). Peak river flows for fishing and vibrant wildflower displays in the valleys.
