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I AM Volcanic Lakes & Plains
Follow meandering roads north from the coast to explore sublime volcanic landscapes and charming inland towns
Enjoy the contrast of conical peaks and deep crater lakes that punctuate the even carpet of rolling farmland
Towns & Villages
Spectacular regional villages and towns and warm country hospitality
Peaks, Lakes & Trails
Follow meandering roads north from the coast to explore sublime volcanic landscapes and charming inland towns
Enjoy the contrast of conical peaks and deep crater lakes that punctuate the even carpet of rolling farmland
Mount Noorat summit and crater loop 2.4km
Click here for an exciting animated video.
Distance: 2.4km
Elevation: 145m
Sunrise is a must if you can. Trail gets a little technical and steep beyond the crater lookout and plenty of fun for the mountain goats amongst you. Potential for longer runs and multiple crater loops. For the purists a true summit would begin in the township where you will enjoy a nice incline on quiet streets as you wind past hillside cottages to the trail start on Morack Street. Enjoy!
Outdoor Activities
Bring a book or bring your bike. Give in to the natural flow, go slow or go go go. Run, walk, ride, reflect and recharge. Then slip into comfort at days end.
Eat Local
A smashing cluster of local bars, restaurants and cafes
Where to Stay
Discover accommodation on offer in our Volcanic Lakes and Plains
What's On
Check out what's on in our Volcanic Lakes & Plains
Getting Here
How to reach us and our Volcanic Lakes & Plains
A Playlist for your road trip
Listen to our Spotify Playlist while you explore the Volcanic Lakes and Plains
Be Inspired
THE GREAT OUTDOORS IS CALLING
The Great Outdoors is calling - discover it in the Volcanic Lakes and Plains.
Step up to some of our favourite lookouts in the region and find your way to all of them with our interactive map.
A GLIMPSE INTO ONE OF VICTORIA'S BEST KEPT SECRETS
Everything tastes better when enjoyed in the stunning setting of the Volcanic Lakes and Plains.
Immerse yourself in the cultural highlights of the area and plan your visit with our interactive map.
ADVENTURE IS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
Come and experience the stunning natural surrounds of the Volcanic Lakes and Plains.
Use our interactive map to plan your journey.
Try out some of our scenic thrills - there's no reeling it in!
LOCAL ESCAPE PLAN
Well we don’t know about you but all this isolation makes us want to get outside and explore all the favourite places we have been unable to visit in the last 7 weeks! What is on your local must see and do list before footy/netty and the everyday normal start to soak up all your free time? Have a look at our suggestions and leave your comments below.
DREAMING OF SCOTLAND? TREK VICTORIA'S VOLCANIC LAKES + PLAINS
With a winter carpet of emerald green, morning mist on sapphire lakes, hill walking and charming historic towns you could be forgiven for thinking you had woken up in England's lakes district or the Scottish borders!
EXPLORE THE CHARM OF HISTORIC TOWNS ON THE PRINCES HIGHWAY
The tree-lined streets of historic towns in regional Victoria are a delight to see in Autumn. We're sending you along the Princes Highway (and off-the-beaten track) to discover just seven of them.
ANCIENT VIEWS: OUR VOLCANIC LAKES & PLAINS
“The unique volcanic landscape in south-western Victoria was most likely formed from about two million years ago, when lava flowed from many vents.
Plan your stay
Book with us and wake up here! Need more information? call 1300 137 255 or email: pcvic@corangamite.vic.gov.au