Cathedral Range State Park Nanadhong Victoria | |
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Nearest town or city | Buxton |
Coordinates | 37°22′49″S 145°44′09″E / 37.38028°S 145.73583°E |
Area | 3,577 hectares (8,840 acres) |
Managing authorities | Parks Victoria |
Website | Cathedral Range State Park |
See also | Protected areas of Victoria |
The Cathedral Range State Park (Taungurung: Nanadhong)[1] located in Victoria, Australia, approximately 100 kilometres (62 mi) north-east of Melbourne.[2] It is situated between the towns of Buxton and Taggerty and runs parallel to the Maroondah Highway.[2] The Cathedral Range was declared a State Park on 26 April 1979.[3] It consists of 3,577 hectares[4] and contains the rugged Razorback and spectacular peaks of the Cathedral Range, Little River and forested hills of the Blue Range.[3] Due to its proximity to Melbourne the Cathedral Ranges are a popular destination for both day and weekend adventures. Bushwalking, camping, rock climbing and abseiling are some of the more popular activities available.[3] Cathedral Range State Park is listed as Category II under the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas[5] and is an example of a park that can be used for recreation, education and conserving natural ecosystems.[3]