Merrijig: River Landscapes and Routes into the Bush

Merrijig brings together the Delatite River, which flows through the town and onward into Lake Eildon, and a distinctive route into the bush. The Howqua Track branches off the Mt Buller Road here; on a day trip, crossings over ridgelines offer views down into the Delatite Valley. The Merrijig Rodeo and the town’s film history add to these landscape and excursion experiences. When looking for a holiday rental, it depends on what you want your trip to focus on.

The River and Valley as Distinct Landscapes

The Delatite River flows through Merrijig and onward into Lake Eildon. On the day trip from Merrijig, crossings over ridgelines offer views down into the Delatite Valley. This brings two distinct landscape perspectives into focus: the river flowing through the town and the views of the valley from the ridgelines. If you’re planning a trip with your family, you can consider together whether the river or the valley views are more appealing. This distinction helps you align your expectations for the day trip and choose the landscape you want to focus on during your stay.

The Howqua Track Leads into the Bush

The Howqua Track branches off the Mt Buller Road in Merrijig. It is a well-maintained gravel road and suitable for four-wheel-drive vehicles and trailers. So, if you plan to drive the track, vehicle suitability is part of your excursion planning. The route runs about 40 kilometres deep into the bush, eventually reaching the Howqua River and Fry’s Hut. Both the road surface and vehicle requirements, as well as the destinations mentioned, shape the character of this route. By contrast, the day trip focuses on crossings over ridgelines and views down into the Delatite Valley. The two types of excursion therefore offer different starting points for planning your day.

Rodeo and Film History

The Merrijig Rodeo takes place every year on the Saturday of the long Labour Day weekend in March. If you want to make the rodeo the focus of your stay, you can plan your travel dates around this recurring event. The combination of Saturday, the long weekend and March is key. The films “The Man from Snowy River” were filmed in Merrijig and the surrounding area. This connection to the filming locations adds a cultural perspective to the landscape experiences and is particularly interesting for travellers who know the films. Since filming took place in both Merrijig and the surrounding area, this connection extends beyond the town itself.

Choose the Focus of Your Stay

A road route and an event held on a set date offer different ways to shape your trip.

Discover More Destinations

More destinations: Navarre, Dimboola, Merricks North, Hepburn Springs, Taminick, Cocamba, Aireys Inlet, Rowville

To the main travel overview: Victoria.