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Hanging Rock, Victoria was made famous in Peter Weir's 1975 fictional feature film "Picnic at Hanging Rock" (see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x05QuAhpq6o ). This is one of the scenic views from the summit of this volcanic outcrop. Hanging Rock is also famous for its country horse racing (on New Year's Day and Australia/Invasion/Survival Day (26th January). Nowadays in summer, it is also a venue for big name outdoor rock concerts.
Hanging Rock Country Races - New Year's Day 2011. The following year kangaroos on the race course stopped the event. A cheap and exciting family day out which should be combined with a picnic lunch. Come early to secure a place by the racecourse.
Interesting In 2014 the Rolling Stones were scheduled to play a night concert (30 March) at Hanging Rock as part of their "14 On Fire" tour. The death of Mick Jagger's partner, L'Wren Scott, resulted in the postponement of the entire tour. The tour was rescheduled and resumed in Adelaide on October 25, 2014. The Hanging Rock concert was rescheduled to take place on Saturday, November 8, 2014, but Rolling Stones lead Mick Jagger cancelled the concert due to a throat infection.
Holgate Brewhouse At Keatings Hotel

Holgate Brewhouse At Keatings Hotel

3 out of 5
79 High Street Woodend VIC
The price is AU$238 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
AU$238
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Woodend. Enjoy a business centre, an in-room coffee maker and tour/ticket assistance. Popular attractions Woodend Children's Park and Woodend ...
8/10 Very Good! (87 reviews)
Room very clean, great breakfast variety. No TV in main room. Shower water cool and once warm went cold very quickly. Lovely warm room and cosy bed.

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Holgate Brewhouse At Keatings Hotel
Mineral Springs Hotel

Mineral Springs Hotel

3.5 out of 5
124 Main Road Hepburn Springs VIC
The price is AU$283 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$283
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Hepburn Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (554 reviews)
Staff absolutely lovely, garden villa room huge and luxurious and spotless. Have already re-booked again for April. Ten out of ten

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Mineral Springs Hotel
Hepburn at Hepburn

Hepburn at Hepburn

5 out of 5
2 - 8 Range Road Hepburn Springs VIC
The price is AU$314 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$314
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hepburn Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa and Hepburn ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (335 reviews)
Perfect place to unwind and escape the hustle and bustle. Will definitely come again!

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Hepburn at Hepburn
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Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa Villas

Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa Villas

4 out of 5
3 Forest Avenue Hepburn Springs VIC
Stay at this spa holiday home in Hepburn Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa and Hepburn ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (101 reviews)
Mikato, Erin, Chloe were wonderful. Mikato truly deserves an award for stand out kindness, and customer professionalism. Well done to hotel management for such brilliant hires.

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa Villas
The Cottages at Hepburn Springs

The Cottages at Hepburn Springs

4 out of 5
5-7 Forest Ave, Hepburn Springs Hepburn Springs VIC
Stay at this cottage in Hepburn Springs. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve and Hepburn ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (102 reviews)
Steps need repairs, bathroom could be updated, but it was clean and comfortable and we would stay there again

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

The Cottages at Hepburn Springs
Clifftop at Hepburn

Clifftop at Hepburn

5 out of 5
209 Main Road Hepburn VIC
Stay at this luxury holiday home in Hepburn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Laurie Sullivan Reserve and Hepburn Springs Golf ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
Very accomodating, clean and exceptional views Would definitely come back in the future!

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Clifftop at Hepburn
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Woodend Golf Club

3/5(1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Woodend at Woodend Golf Club. Discover the area's waterfalls and mountain views.

Woodend Golf Club

Woodend Children's Park

Explore the great outdoors at Woodend Children's Park, a lovely green space in Woodend. Discover the area's waterfalls and spas.

Woodend Children's Park

Woodend Community Centre

4/5(11 reviews)

Woodend Community Centre is just one of the places to see in Woodend, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's waterfalls and mountain views.

Woodend Community Centre

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