Myrtleford

Overview

Positioned with a dramatic backdrop of Mt Buffalo and situated right on the beautiful Ovens River, Myrtleford is situated as the gateway to the alpine resorts and Great Alpine Valleys.

Myrtleford is a flourishing regional centre surrounded by adventure and recreation activities and is home to the production of timber, walnuts, beef and grapes. A rich cultural heritage has shaped the region, highlighted by the Italian settlement in and around the town after the World Wars, making Myrtleford a prosperous mecca ready for filming. 

History

Myrtleford was a thriving goldmining centre in the 1850s, before Chinese settlers began planting the hops and tobacco which has put Myrtleford on the map. You can still see tobacco kilns as you drive the Great Alpine Road.

Places of interest

Tobacco kilns
Reform Hill lookout
Lake Buffalo
Old School Museum
Myrtleford Hotel
The Phoenix Tree (sculpture)
Ovens Valley State Forests

Accommodation

To book accommodation or for more information contact the friendly staff at the Alpine Shire Council on Churchill Avenue, Bright.

Toll Free: 1800 111 885
Telephone: 03 5755 0555
Facsimile: 03 5755 1811
Web: http://www.greatalpinevalleys.com.au

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