Granya - Mount Granya State Park
Mount Granya State Park is a dominant feature in the Upper Murray landscape. Its steep, forested slopes rise dramatically above Lake Hume and surrounding valleys to form prominent ridges and plateaus. The park has diverse vegetation and spectacular wildflowers.
Enjoying the Park
Mt Granya summit
The highest point in the park (870 m) contains a fire tower, used to detect bushfires during the summer months. Fine views are available over the surrounding countryside, particularly from nearby Georges Creek Lookout.
Lyrebird Loop Nature Trail
Wander along this short walk (400 m) around the open forest and rock outcrops on the summit of Mt Granya. Superb Lyrebirds can often be seen or heard.
Granya Falls
This seasonally flowing waterfall can be reached after a short walk (1.4 km return) from Cotton Tree Creek visitor area.
Scout Hut
A log hut, constructed in 1937 by the Granya Scout Group, is situated on the track between Cotton Tree Creek and Granya Falls.
Powder Magazine
Built by the Forests Commission in the 1960s, this concrete structure once stored explosives used for the construction of roads in nearby forests and pine plantations.
Mt Granya Walking Track
This walk (10.4 km return) links Cotton Tree Creek with Mt Granya summit. The walk passes through open eucalypt forest and includes a section of 4WD track.
Picnicking and Camping
Basic visitor facilities exist at Mt Granya summit and Cotton Tree Creek.
Four wheel driving and mountain biking
A network of 4WD tracks exists in the park although most minor tracks are fine weather only and some seasonal track closures apply during winter.
Cotton Tree Creek
Cotton Tree Creek visitor area provides a perfect opportunity for picnicking and camping.
A short walk has been constructed to the nearby Granya Falls passing by the historic Scout Hut (1km return). For the more adventurous, a 5.7 km walking track has been constructed from Cotton Tree visitor area to the Mount Granya Summit, taking in some great views and interesting landscapes and vegetation.
Access for Dogs:
Dogs, cats and other pets are not permitted.
Location and Access
Mount Granya State Park is located approximately 60 kms east of Albury-Wodonga. It lies between the Murray Valley Highway and the Murray River. Two-wheel drive access is available to Mt Granya summit and the Cotton Tree Creek visitor area by following the signs from Granya Road.
Note: Photos from Parks Victoria
Location
Murray River Road, Granya 3701 Map
Web Links
→ Mount Granya State Park (Parks Victoria)
→ Park note - Mount Granya State Park (PDF)
→ Park note - Upper Murray Parks and Reserves (PDF)
