Geography
The nearest settlements include;
- Balliang - 5 km northwest
- Little River - 6 km east
- Lara - 7 km south
Two watercourses pass through or by the ranges; Hovell Creek originates in the western parts of the ranges, while Little River flows around the ranges to the north and east.
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