Mount Arapiles-Tooan State Park Information

Mount Arapiles-Tooan State Park Information

Mount Arapiles is a spectacular feature, rising sharply from the Wimmera plains to form part of the Mount Arapiles-Tooan State Park. The park includes Mitre Rock, adjacent to Mount Arapiles and the Tooan block. The 5060 hectare park is valuable for nature conservation, with about 14% of the State's flora species represented in the Mount Arapiles section alone. Things to Do * Mount Arapiles, widely regarded as the top rock climbing area in Australia, is of world renown. * Two short walking tracks link Centenary Park to the summit of Mount Arapiles and the sealed Lookout Road gives easy access to a short walk that leads to the summit. There is also a short but interesting nature walk from Lookout Road. * The vehicle track which circles the Mount is suitable for cycling and driving and is a good walk in wildflower season. All but the eastern end of the track is closed to vehicles during winter. * Birdwatching, painting and nature studies are also popular activities. The main picnic area and the only location where camping is permitted is Centenary Park, near the base of the cliffs. Backpacker and hotel accommodation is available in Natimuk, and there is a caravan park at Natimuk Lake, 4 km north of the township. Looking After the Park * Light fires only in fireplaces provided. If possible, use a fuel stove. Collecting of firewood is prohibited in the park - wood can be purchased in Natimuk. * Do not disturb wildlife or pick wildflowers or plants - they are all protected. * Shooting is prohibited. * Vehicles may only be used on roads open to the public. They must be registered, and drivers and riders must be licensed. * Put your rubbish in a bin, or take it away with you.