Tucked in at the foot of the surrounding slopes of the Ovens Valley, Harrietville is protected from the extremes of summer and winter weather.

Enjoy the cosy open fires within the friendly local establishments, swim the local rivers and the water holes or participate in the variety of open markets and festivals organised during the year. Sense the history of Harrietville and explore the old gold mine trails of the past or walk the high country cattle trails.

Stroll around and take in all that nature has to offer, or take on some more adventurous activities for which the area is renowned. Harrietville is the ideal home base for mountain bike riding, bush walking & high country hiking, 4X4 driving, cross country or alpine skiing, and stream fishing.

Harrietville is a Mecca for skiers during winter and is the ideal location for that holiday with a difference all year round.

Surrounded by Alpine National Park and within the Alpine Valleys Wine Region, Harrietville offers visitors an all seasons destination where you can do as little or as much as you like.