Summary

This is a walk for the views. They make for a panoramic spectacle. The State Park is also known for its many species of flora and fauna. Keep your eyes open.

Description

Mt Lawson summit is a diamond in the rough. Following the shortish trail that circuits the granite strewn summits is a joy. You will cross a floor of boulders, rock pavements and shelves under a forest canopy of Narrow leafed peppermint, Candlebark, Blue, Manna and Brittle gum.

The environment is beautiful and there are great views from all points of the compass. A trailhead sign marks the incline to the circuit. It takes approximately 10 minutes to walk up. You are guided around the loop by trail markers and the foot padded passage of previous visitors. There is uneven ground, there are slippery rocks and cliffs. The trail is best suited to those stable on their feet.

The State Park is home to 300 species of flora and rare fauna such as the Barking Owl. Seasonal wildflower displays carpet the area in spring. Be mindful that the weather can change suddenly and there is no potable water available, so be prepared for self reliant walking.

There is space for several vehicles. Day visits or camping are permitted. There is a camp come picnic ground at the commencement of the walk including a picnic table and fire grate (for when restrictions allow). Seating on the trail is one weathered bench only, but there is plenty of granite to make up the shortfall.

Access to the site is via a dirt vehicle track, Mt Lawson Road. It is OK for 2WD in dry weather, but maybe not those very low to the ground or in the wet. Mt Lawson State Park roads are not sealed and are be subject to seasonal road closures, so check before you visit.

Dogs are not permitted in the State Park.

Other walks in this region
Sandy Creek Bridge walk, Huon
Bellbridge Foreshore walk
Lake, Town and Rail, Tallangatta
Waterfall and Darbyshire Hill trestle bridges walk
Playles Hill Lookout walk, Corryong
Mitta River to Old Tallangatta

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Points of Interest

1. Parking and picnic area

At the bottom of the walk up to the summit, is cleared space for parking as well as a pleasant picnic area with table and fire grate.

2. Walk up to the summit

The walk up to the summit circuit follows the last leg of Mt Lawson Road as a service road beyond a locked Parks Vic gate. The entry has a trailhead sign and another noting restrictions.

3. The track

The track is defined using trail markers and the passage of previous visitors.

4. Granite, beautiful granite

This granite outcropping summit exhibits fine specimens of pavement and boulder, with many boulders bigger than houses.

5. Views north

Views north look across the Upper Murray toward the valleys and tributaries of the Murray River.

6. Telecommunications base station

A solar powered telecommunications base station and antennae have been installed at the peak.

7. Forest littered with boulders

The forest is a beautiful place to wander with the trail squeezing between many tree and boulder juxtapositions.

8. Views west

The view over Lake Hume is spectacular, particularly at dawn or prior to dusk. Mind you, if you are there at the latter time make sure you know your way back down!

9. View south

A gorgeous high country vista over to the Bogong High Plains and to the Victorian Alpine National Park.

10. Steps

Sometimes wedged between boulders, there are rough steps of stone wedged into a few places. Take them slowly.

11. View south east

Over the Koetong Valley you will catch the caps of New South Wales' Snowy Mountains.

12. Rocky overhangs

There are plenty of rocky overhangs that make excellent habitat.

13. View east

Looking to Burrowa - Pine Mountain National Park.

Features

Picnic spot

Seating available

Nature trail