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Omeo Highway: Mitta Mitta to Omeo, Victorian Alps, Victoria
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Drives Victoria, Australia The Victorian High Country

Omeo Highway: Mitta Mitta to Omeo

Omeo Highway, C543 · Mitta Mitta → Omeo

Intense66 mi2 hr 10 min7,000 ft climbHigh point ≈ 4,500 ftOne way
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The drive

The Omeo Highway runs about 163 km from Tallangatta to Omeo. This drive covers its high-country part: 106 km (66 mi) from Mitta Mitta, a small town on the Mitta Mitta River, south through Anglers Rest to Omeo. The highway climbs through Alpine National Park, crosses the Cobungra River at Anglers Rest, and descends into the Omeo valley, following Livingstone Creek.

The climb into the Victorian Alps begins at Mitta Mitta. The road gains about 7,000 feet in constant bends and reaches a high point near 4,500 feet. Wikipedia calls it one of the most impressive scenic routes in Australia, and it is popular with tourists and motorcycle groups. The Victorian Government finished sealing it in March 2014.

It ends at the Great Alpine Road in Omeo, so it links to the Bright to Omeo and Omeo to Bairnsdale drives.

Along the way

  1. Mitta Mitta (Omeo Highway)
  2. Anglers Rest
  3. Omeo (Omeo Highway)
Elevation
7,000 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 4,500 ft
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Curves
Twisty most of the way
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Good to know

  • There are no substantial settlements between Mitta Mitta and Omeo, and no fuel, so fill up first.
  • There is no mobile phone coverage from Mitta Mitta to just south of Anglers Rest; an emergency roadside phone stands at the base of Mount Wills.
  • Snow is fairly common in winter and can close the road for short periods.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check VicTraffic.

Questions about this drive

How long does the Omeo Highway from Mitta Mitta to Omeo take?

The Omeo Highway from Mitta Mitta to Omeo is 106 km (66 mi) and takes about 2 hr 10 min without stops.

Is there fuel on the Omeo Highway between Mitta Mitta and Omeo?

No. There are no substantial settlements and no fuel between Mitta Mitta and Omeo, so fill up before you start.

Is the Omeo Highway sealed?

Yes. The Victorian Government finished sealing the Omeo Highway in March 2014.

Is the Omeo Highway open in winter?

Usually, but snow is fairly common and can close the road for short periods. Check VicTraffic before you go.

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