WATSON'S MOUNTAIN COUNTRY TRAIL RIDES
Experience the beauty and history of the Victorian High Country on horseback.
Michael and Sally Watson welcome you to a high country adventure experience. Our trail rides range from 1 – 3 hour Short Rides, 2 Day Bunkhouse Rides, 2 Day luxury horse rides, 5 Day Man from Snowy River and Heritage horse rides through to a 7 Day Bluff and Beyond Wilderness Ride. We are open all year round and our horse riding tours are 3 hours driving time north east of Melbourne near the township of Mansfield. We run Our Rides 7 days a week through all seasons, be it in the warmth of an oilskin coat in the cool weather or enjoying relief from the heat in a high country summer.
This is your first step to experiencing the beauty and history of the Victorian High Country on horseback.
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1 Day 2 Night Man from Snowy River Ride
2 day 1 Night Man from Snowy River Private Camping Ride
2 Day 2 Night Delatite Valley Ride
2 Day 2 Night Howqua River Ride
2 Day 2 Night Howqua Valley Ride
2 Day Luxury Ride
3 Day 2 night Mountain and River Ride
3 Day 3 Night Luxury Ride
5 Day 5 Night Howqua River Ride
5 Day MFSR Luxury
7 Day Bluff and Beyond Ride
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overnight rides
Private Ride
Price
$1272.00pp inc GST ($240.00pp deposit and balance due 2/9/2026)
Availability
Booked Out
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Mountains, rivers & wildlife : Experience all the High country has to offer on this exciting two day adventure.
– See the Jump Scene in the ‘Man from Snowy River’ movie
– Overnight accomodation in rustic bunkhouse.
– Spectacular 360 degree views.
– Up to 20 river crossings.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrive at our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
We then set off on our ‘Man from Snowy River’ experience on horseback. We ride up to spectacular 360 degree views and along the way, watch out for the wildlife that often takes a look at us, including kangaroos, wallabies and the amazing birdlife. We ride to the Hut for lunch.
After lunch we traverse the bridle tracks along creek beds and open tracks to the Howqua River and Howqua Valley Views for the night.
Day 2: After breakfast we ride to Running Creek Reserve for lunch and then travel the Howqua Feeder Track with spectacular views over the river and return via the Howqua River Trail with its many river crossings followed by the goat track back to Howqua Valley Views for the evening.
Day 3: Next morning we set off for “Kate Camerons Peak” where we see the perilously steep hill where the famous jump scene from the movie was filmed. We wind our way back down to the valley floor to the
farm house for to complete our ride.
Ready for your next adventure?
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2 (Friday) - 4 (Sunday)
Price
$1272.00pp inc GST (min 2 guests)
Availability
Booked Out
Event Details
Event Details
Mountains, rivers & wildlife : Experience all the High country has to offer on this exciting two day adventure.
– See the Jump Scene in the ‘Man from Snowy River’ movie
– Overnight accomodation in miners cottage or riverside house.
– Spectacular 360 degree views.
– Limited to 6 guests
– Meals supplied by Mansfield Regional Produce Store
ITINERARY
Pre: Arrive after 4.00pm at your accommodation of either the cottage or house at Riverdowns
Day 1: Depart Riverdowns at 9.00am to arrive by 9.30am at our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
We set off on our ‘Man from Snowy River’ experience on horseback. We ride up to spectacular 360 degree views and along the way, watch out for the wildlife that often takes a look at us, including kangaroos, wallabies and Australia’s largest bird of flight, the wedge tail eagle.
We stop at our bush hut for lunch and then in the afternoon we traverse the bridle tracks through quiet valleys and points of rich historical interest.
Then luxuriate at the end of the day in your fully renovated Historic Miners Cottage complete with spa bath for the evening or at the Riverhouse with a beautiful view overlooking the Howqua River. Enjoy a relaxed dinner with our regional produce hamper supplied by our local Mansfield Regional Produce Store.
Day 2: Breakfast is supplied in the cottage and then we then set off for “Kate Camerons Peak” where we see the perilously steep hill where the famous jump scene from the “Man from Snowy River” movie was filmed. We wind our way back down to the farm to complete our ride. We then drive to Mansfield Regional Produce Store for lunch.
Ready for your next adventure?
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6 (Tuesday) - 7 (Wednesday)
Price
$400.00pp inc GST
Availability
Booked Out
Event Details
Event Details
Mountains, rivers & wildlife : Experience all the High country has to offer on this exciting two day adventure.
– High country horse ride in ‘Man from Snowy River’ country
– Rustic overnight accommodation in our purpose built hut.
– Spectacular scenery and Australian wildlife
– Private group
ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrive at 1.30pm at our high country farming property
that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
Upon arrival you are greeted by the Watson family and fitted
with your riding gear and provided with tuition before setting
out on your experience on horseback.
You ride up to spectacular 360 degree views and along the
way, watch out for the wildlife that often takes a look at us,
including kangaroos, wallabies and Australia’s largest bird of
flight, the wedge tail eagle.
The ride takes you to the famous ‘jump scene’ from the “Man
from Snowy River” movie.
You then descend to Watson’s Hut for the evening
Enjoy a spit roast dinner (we cater for other dietary requests)
and evening around the open camp fire. Watch the sunset
over the valley and be in awe of the colours of the sky and
the excitement of the native wildlife passing through.
Relax undercover on a stretcher bed and swag.. glamping
in the bush.
Day 2: Enjoy a cooked breakfast before saddling up and
taking in more spectacular views on a new trail and back
down to the farmhouse arriving just before lunchtime
12.00pm to complete your experience.
Ready for your next adventure?
Book NowTime
8 (Thursday) - 9 (Friday)
Price
1 hour $95.40pp / 2 hour $148.40pp / 3 hour $206.70pp
Availability
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Event Details
Event Details
We are offering 1 hour through to 3 hour rides over this period. Please click on our booking link to find availability, dates and times
Ready for your next adventure?
BOOK ONLINETime
10 (Saturday) - 11 (Sunday)
Price
$1325.00pp inc GST (min 2 guests)
Availability
2 spaces available
Event Details
Event Details
Mountains, rivers & wildlife : Experience all the High country has to offer on this exciting two day adventure.
– See the Jump Scene in the ‘Man from Snowy River’ movie
– Overnight accomodation in miners cottage or riverside house.
– Spectacular 360 degree views.
– Limited to 6 guests
– Meals supplied by Mansfield Regional Produce Store
ITINERARY
Pre: Arrive after 4.00pm at your accommodation the cottage at Riverdowns
Day 1: Depart Riverdowns at 9.00am to arrive by 9.30am at our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
We set off on our ‘Man from Snowy River’ experience on horseback. We ride up to spectacular 360 degree views and along the way, watch out for the wildlife that often takes a look at us, including kangaroos, wallabies and Australia’s largest bird of flight, the wedge tail eagle.
We stop at our bush hut for lunch and then in the afternoon we traverse the bridle tracks through quiet valleys and points of rich historical interest.
Then luxuriate at the end of the day in your fully renovated Historic Miners Cottage complete with spa bath for the evening. Enjoy a relaxed dinner with our regional produce hamper supplied by our local Mansfield Regional Produce Store.
Day 2: Breakfast is supplied in the cottage and then we then set off for “Kate Camerons Peak” where we see the perilously steep hill where the famous jump scene from the “Man from Snowy River” movie was filmed. We wind our way back down to the farm to complete our ride. We then drive to Mansfield Regional Produce Store for lunch.
Ready for your next adventure?
Book NowTime
13 (Tuesday) - 14 (Wednesday)
Price
$848.00pp inc GST – ($160.00pp deposit upon booking and balance due 17th September 2026)
Availability
Booked Out
Event Details
Event Details
Mountains, rivers & wildlife : Experience all the High country has to offer on this exciting two day adventure.
– See the Jump Scene in the ‘Man from Snowy River’ movie
– Overnight accomodation in rustic bunkhouse.
– Spectacular 360 degree views.
– Up to 6 river crossings.
ITINERARY
Pre: Arrive at our accommodation the ‘Hideout’
Day 1: Enjoy a cooked breakfast before departing the ‘Hideout’ for a short drive to our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
We set off from our farm and ride through to the Dungeon Gully and then traverse the bridle tracks along creek beds and open tracks to the Howqua River and the ‘Hideout’ for lunch.
After lunch we then follow the high track up the river through Running Creek Reserve with spectacular views over the river. Our return is via the river track with many crossings and exciting cantering sections.
We enjoy a roast dinner and large campfire in the evening.
Day 2: Next morning we enjoy a hearty country breakfast that gives you a big energy boost before we set off down the high track and then head for “Kate Camerons Peak” where we see the perilously steep hill where the famous jump scene from the movie was filmed.
We wind our way back down to the valley floor to the farm house for a late lunch to complete our ride.
Ready for your next adventure?
9 SpacesTime
17 (Saturday) - 18 (Sunday)
Price
1 hour $95.40pp / 2 hour $148.40pp / 3 hour $206.70pp
Availability
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Event Details
Event Details
We are offering 1 hour through to 3 hour rides over this period. Please click on our booking link to find availability, dates and times
Ready for your next adventure?
BOOK ONLINETime
19 (Monday) - 24 (Saturday)
Price
$1272.00pp inc GST (min 2 guests)
Availability
Booked Out
Event Details
Event Details
Mountains, rivers & wildlife : Experience all the High country has to offer on this exciting two day adventure.
– See the Jump Scene in the ‘Man from Snowy River’ movie
– Overnight accomodation in miners cottage or riverside house.
– Spectacular 360 degree views.
– Limited to 6 guests
– Meals supplied by Mansfield Regional Produce Store
ITINERARY
Pre: Arrive after 4.00pm at your accommodation of either the cottage or house at Riverdowns
Day 1: Depart Riverdowns at 9.00am to arrive by 9.30am at our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
We set off on our ‘Man from Snowy River’ experience on horseback. We ride up to spectacular 360 degree views and along the way, watch out for the wildlife that often takes a look at us, including kangaroos, wallabies and Australia’s largest bird of flight, the wedge tail eagle.
We stop at our bush hut for lunch and then in the afternoon we traverse the bridle tracks through quiet valleys and points of rich historical interest.
Then luxuriate at the end of the day in your fully renovated Historic Miners Cottage complete with spa bath for the evening or at the Riverhouse with a beautiful view overlooking the Howqua River. Enjoy a relaxed dinner with our regional produce hamper supplied by our local Mansfield Regional Produce Store.
Day 2: Breakfast is supplied in the cottage and then we then set off for “Kate Camerons Peak” where we see the perilously steep hill where the famous jump scene from the “Man from Snowy River” movie was filmed. We wind our way back down to the farm to complete our ride. We then drive to Mansfield Regional Produce Store for lunch.
Ready for your next adventure?
Book NowTime
20 (Tuesday) - 21 (Wednesday)
Price
$291.50pp inc GST
Availability
Booked Out
Event Details
Event Details
Experience the beauty of the High Country that inspired ``The Man From Snowy River``
– Spectacular 360 degree views.
– Native Bird and Wildlife
– Trotting and cantering
– River crossings
ITINERARY
Arrive at 9.30am at our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
After gearing up, we set off on our ‘Man from Snowy River’ experience on horseback. We enjoy spectacular 360 degree views and along the way, watch out for the wildlife that often takes a look at us, including kangaroos, wallabies and Australia’s largest bird of flight, the wedge tail eagle.
We ride to Kate Camerons peak that looks over to Mt Buller on one side and over the Howqua Valley and Lake Eildon on the other. This is also where the famous jump scene from the ‘Man from Snowy River’ movie was filmed. We stop to take photo’s before we descend down to our bush hut for a bbq lunch.
After lunch we climb back up to more spectacular scenery overlooking the Delatite Valley before descending back down to the farm to complete our ride.
Ready for your next adventure?
BOOK NOWTime
All Day (Saturday)
Location
Watson's Farm
296 three chain road, booroolite
Price
1 hour $95.40pp / 2 hour $148.40pp / 3 hour $206.70pp
Availability
Click our book online button to find out more
Event Details
Event Details
We are offering 1 hour through to 3 hour rides over this period. Please click on our booking link to find availability, dates and times
Ready for your next adventure?
BOOK ONLINETime
October 31 (Saturday) - November 2 (Monday)
Price
$291.50pp inc GST
Event Details
Event Details
Experience the beauty of the High Country that inspired ``The Man From Snowy River``
– Spectacular 360 degree views.
– Native Bird and Wildlife
– Trotting and cantering
– River crossings
ITINERARY
Arrive at 9.30am at our high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.
After gearing up, we set off on our ‘Man from Snowy River’ experience on horseback. We enjoy spectacular 360 degree views and along the way, watch out for the wildlife that often takes a look at us, including kangaroos, wallabies and Australia’s largest bird of flight, the wedge tail eagle.
We ride to Kate Camerons peak that looks over to Mt Buller on one side and over the Howqua Valley and Lake Eildon on the other. This is also where the famous jump scene from the ‘Man from Snowy River’ movie was filmed. We stop to take photo’s before we descend down to our bush hut for a bbq lunch.
After lunch we climb back up to more spectacular scenery overlooking the Delatite Valley before descending back down to the farm to complete our ride.
Ready for your next adventure?
BOOK NOWTime
All Day (Saturday)
Location
Watson's Farm
296 three chain road, booroolite
AN AUTHENTIC
HIGH COUNTRY EXPERIENCE
YEARS
Operating trail rides over 2 generations.
HORSES
Actively working with us.
YEAR OLD
Working farm and stables.
YEARS
Living in the High Country
CONTACT US
Michael and Sally Watson
PHONE (03) 5777 3552
EMAIL info@watsonstrailrides.com.au
ADDRESS 296 Three Chain Rd, Booroolite, Victoria, 3724
MAIL PO Box 207. Mansfield VIC 3724
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