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Cook Point to High Camp is a 12km, grade 3 circuit hike in Lake Eildon National Park, Victoria. This hike typically takes 4 hours to complete.

Length: 12km

Duration: 4 hrs

Grade 3 (Moderate)

Style: Circuit

Start: Perfect Cure Car Park

End: Perfect Cure Car Park

Location: Lake Eildon National Park

State: Victoria

Nearby town: Alexandra

From state capital: 181km

Latitude: -37.16919127

Longitude: 145.84059566259387

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Hike Overview

Cook Point to High Camp is a circuit hike that commences at the Perfect Cure Car Park and follows the Keg Spur Track to High Camp. A short distance along Keg Spur the Perfect Cure Creek Nature Trail will appear to your left. This takes you on a a scenic stroll through open woodland where you will learn about the park's gold rush history from interpretative signs along the way, and look out for remnants of this bygone era and local wildlife. The Grade 2 circuit takes around 1-1.5 hrs but can be avoided if you don't have time.

Further along Keg Spur Track, you will need to turn east at the junction of Blowhard Spur Track and follow this trail as it descends down to Cook Point. From here you will follow the Wallaby Bay Track past Teal Bay, Wallaby Bay and back to your start point at Devil Cove.

Tips

Ensure your car is locked and your valuables are out of sight
Carry sufficient water to stay hydrated

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Cook Point to High Camp Hike (12km)

Total distance: 11936 m
Max elevation: 550 m
Min elevation: 282 m
Total climbing: 607 m
Total descent: -607 m

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Track Grade

Grade 3 (Moderate) - Walks for Most Fitness Levels: Grade 3 on the AWTGS represents moderate walking tracks. These are ideal for walkers with some fitness who are comfortable with some hills and uneven terrain. While suitable for most ages, some bushwalking experience is recommended to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Tracks may have short, steep hill sections, a rough surface, and many steps. The total distance of a Grade 3 walk can be up to 20 kilometers.

Getting there

Cook Point to High Camp Hike (12km)

From Alexandra (approx. 130 km north-east of Melbourne), head towards Eildon along the Goulburn Valley Highway for about 2 km. Turn left onto U.T. Road and follow it for 11 km. Turn left (at the roundabout) onto Entrance Road and follow this all the way to the Perfect Cure Car Park.

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Access conditions

2WD Access
Winding Road
Small Car Park

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About the region

Lake Eildon National Park is in the northern foothills of Victoria's Central Highlands, 150 km north-east of Melbourne. Situated on the shores of Lake Eildon, the park protects 27,750 ha of rugged hills with open woodlands through to dense forest. It is very scenic and offers the opportunity to experience an array of wildlife, natural and historic features and a wide range of recreational activities. Lake Eildon National Park offers a variety of settings to explore; from open bush in the north, to dense vegetation in the south and east. Enjoy bushwalking, cycling, boating and fishing or try the more adventurous pursuit of waterskiing. Relax in a scenic environment and experience native wildlife.

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Cook Point to High Camp Hike (12km)

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ares lui

Very suitable for half day family hiking. The view is panoramic after reaching the ridge

27/03/2023, 21:43

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24/03/2022, 05:19

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01/06/2020, 22:30

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Gear to consider

What you carry in your pack will depend on the weather, terrain, time of year, type of adventure, and personal preferences. Having trouble deciding what gear’s right for you? My free planning, food and packing checklists provide an introduction to things your could consider (as well as the Ten Essentials) on your day, overnight and multi-day adventures. Customise your kit according to your personal needs, always considering safety first.

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While planning your hike, it’s important to check official government sources for updated information, temporary closures and trail access requirements. Before hitting the trail, check local weather and bushfire advice for planned burns and bushfire warnings and let someone know before you go. Plan ahead and hike safely.

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Acknowledgement of Country

Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.

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Cook Point to High Camp Hike (12km)