Around the area
Mount Cole State forest is just as beautiful as the Grampians - with the added delight of being free of the crowds and tourists of the popular Grampians area. Mount Cole has many wonderful camping sites, amazing walks, waterfalls and incredible views.
It is also a popular destination for hang gliders!
Plants, wildlife and birds abound this area - with many rare birds being spotted in this area - such as Powerful Owls, Yellow Tailed Black Cockatoos, eagles and hawks. There are over 130 species of birds sighted in this area. Wildlife includes wallabies, echidnas, koalas and possums.
Walking
Mount Cole is a walker's paradise. The many walks available cater to every taste with just a few hours, a day or weekend walks. For more information about Mount Buangor State Park and Mount Langi Ghiran State Park, please click on the following link.
http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au/1park_display.cfm
For more information about walks in the Mount Cole State Forest, please call us for an information brochure or contact the Ararat and Grampians Tourist Information Centre on: (03) 5355 0281.
