Top Things to do in Wangaratta
What to do and see in Wangaratta, Victoria: The Best Nature & Parks
Discover the best top things to do in Wangaratta, Australia including Northern Beaches, Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, Lake William Hovell, Merriwa Park, Warby Ovens National Park, King George V Gardens, Kaluna Park, Frank Garth Reserve, Apex Park.
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1. Northern Beaches
2. Murray to Mountains Rail Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Australia's premier rail trail offers more than 100km of scenic, sealed, off-road bike trail in North East Victoria. Starting in Wangaratta, the rail trail connects culinary villages including Milawa, Beechworth, Rutherglen, Bright and Myrtleford. Discover the diverse landscape of the High Country region - from natural bushland to open farmland, fertile valleys and some of Australia's most spectacular mountain ranges. The rail trail meanders alongside clear rivers, vineyards, hops, orchards and groves, with plentiful food, wine and craft beer experiences dotted along the way.
Reviewed By 675janetp - Sunbury, Australia
We chose the Wangaratta to Milawa section of the Trail as it was the flatest. We are not seasoned bike riders but this was a great path. In total we completed over 40klms return trip which was relatively easy going for us. Some lovely country side. You could also walk sections of the Trail. A really good fun activity for the whole family just pick which section and how experienced you are at riding. We will do another section some time in the future.
3. Lake William Hovell
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Lake William Hovell provides a great recreational area for fishing and boating. At the southern section of Lake William Hovell is the entrance to the Alpine National Park. Discover a myriad of tracks for four-wheel driving, plus access to fishing spots, walking and mountain bike trails.
Reviewed By sharonl196 - Orlando, United States
Scenic and cool waters to cool off in summer. Calm waters great for kids and kayaking. You can find semi private corners along the shore.
4. Merriwa Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
A sunken natural park, originally a meeting place of the Pangerang Aboriginal Tribe. The name Merriwa mean the rich flat ground at the bend of a river. The park features gardens below street level, large grassy expanses, majestic gum trees, fernery, pond, playground equipment, barbecues and toilets. An oasis in the middle of vibrant city centre.
Reviewed By 675janetp - Sunbury, Australia
A beautiful sunken park. The grounds were immaculately maintained with paths, play equipment, toilets, tables and chairs, There is a little water features ferny area that you can walk through. At the top of the park is a bike hub with hot showers and toilets, bike repair stand with tools, pump etc. Such a great area. Every evening I walked through here there were family and groups of people just enjoying themselves, it was so good to see.
5. Warby Ovens National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
This diverse park offers visitors the chance to explore many different landscapes, from the granite hills and woodlands of the Warby Ranges, the Box‐Ironbarks of Killawarra Forest, and the River Red Gum forests and wetlands of the heritage-listed Ovens River. Enjoy spectacular views, great walking and cycling, horse riding, canoeing, boating and fishing, or relax at your campsite and watch the local wildlife. Only 10 kilometres from Wangaratta, it’s easy to access for a day trip to enjoy walks, picnics, birdwatching, bike rides, horse riding or a scenic drive. The views from Ryan's Lookout and Kwat Kwat Lookout are exceptional, especially in winter, with snow-covered peaks in the distance.
Reviewed By Crystalline4u - Traralgon, Australia
I drove in to look around and it was rather lovely to drive around... the roads are in good conditions inside the park...or the parts I drove were. At one point, I got out to walk around and there were some beautiful Spring flowers throughout the area. As I was leaving the area, I noticed a 4-5 foot long red-bellied black snake on the road.... it's head was raised... I was close enough to see the red along it's side and the shape of it's head. I was delighted! There is no better way to see a snake than safely from the driver's seat of your car. I had slowed down and it stopped making it's way across the road in front of the car ... it returned to the area it had come from. By the time I reached for my phone to take a photo it was on it's way well off the road.
6. King George V Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
The King George V Gardens is located in the centre of Wangaratta close to shops and the cinema. The Gardens are known for its magnificent Plane Trees (Plantanus sp) giving lots of shade. The Gardens has a Children's Playground and Toilet facilities.
7. Kaluna Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4 reviews
A 5.2 hectare natural remnant of River Red Gum riverine bushland, with easy walking distance from the city centre. It is bordered by the King River a billabong and a levee bank which separates it from Merriwa Park. A bushland area in the centre of Wangaratta maintained by the Wangaratta urban landcare group.
