THINGS TO DO AROUND ERICA

ALL YEAR ROUND ADVENTURES

Conveniently located just out of Moe following the Moe Rawson Rd via the Princes Freeway, Erica consists of the Erica Caravan Park, 1914 Cafe and Bar, Erica General Store, Erica Hotel, Erica Ski Hire and Newmans Berries; also soon to open Mountain Rivers Bakehouse. Erica is also the last point prior to Mt Baw Baw for camping, ski hire and chains & the road to the historical town of Walhalla.

There is plenty to do all year round with the snowfields, mountains and lakes close by. Activities available in the area include bush walking, fishing, Mountain Biking and Push Biking, 4wd, motorcycle tracks as well as skiing and tobogganing or simply exploring the wonderful natural environment and historic townships.

Erica Caravan Park is your ideal location to enjoy and experience nature and enjoy passions or new adventures in every season.

THE COOLER MONTHS

Enjoy the surroundings and warm fire at Erica Caravan Park after visiting Mt Baw Baw which is a main ski mountain in Victoria, with 30 hectares of mainly beginner-intermediate ski runs with seven lifts servicing a variety of runs.

The village offers ski in-ski out access with downhill runs, and a number of cross country trails across the Baw Baw plateau. Mt St Gwinear for tobogganing, snow play, and hiking. The local ski season is usually from July to the end of September.

THE WARMER MONTHS

During the summer months, Erica, Moondarra National Park, Mt Baw Baw & the surrounding Areas are popular for hiking and bushwalking. The alpine grasses are blanketed with wildflowers and walks at a higher elevation pass through snow gum forest at Mt Baw Baw. Popular walks include the Great Walhalla Alpine Trail, which starts at the gold mining town of Walhalla and finishes at the Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort. The hike is the first 40 kilometres of the Australian Alps Walking Track.

Another favourite is the cycling available. The 7 peaks ride up Mount Baw Baw Tourist Road features one of the toughest climbs accessible by road bicycles in Australia. The final climb of 6.2 kilometres rises 718 metres. The Mount Baw Baw Classic is an annual cycling race held by the Warragul Cycling Club, and ends at the village.

If road cycling is not your thing then try Downhill mountain biking on the purpose-built downhill track located on the south western side of the mountain. The track comprises a good mix of cambered dirt, rocks, fire road as well as technical sections.

ALL YEAR ROUND

Only 10 minutes drive from Erica is the charming historic town of Walhalla which was founded in 1862 as a gold mining community. Many of the town’s historic buildings have been restored and visitors can enjoy train rides through the lush valley, explore the old gold mines, take a leisurely stroll through the town or stay late for a spooky ghost tour. This town is a must-see for history buffs, photographers and bushwalkers and the perfect day trip from Erica.

A few minutes from Erica Caravan Park is Moondarra State Park. Enjoy stunning wildflower displays, bushwalks, picnics, swimming, fishing or scenic drives. Some roads are also suitable for bike riding.

Blue Rock Lake is also only 20 minutes away and ideal for picnics, fishing, kayaking, boating, swimming and stand up paddle boarding.