Man dies after car hits tree in Myrtleford

A man has died after his car struck a tree in the state's north-east.

Police say the man was travelling along the Great Alpine Road in Myrtleford just before 2am on Saturday when his car left the road and hit a tree.

A member of the public found the man's body outside his car at the crash scene.

Police will prepare a report for the coroner.

The Great Alpine Road is blocked to south-east bound traffic between Myrtleford and Happy Valley Road.

The man's death takes the road toll to 221, compared to 163 last year.

Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.