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Grampians National Park
Grampians National Park is part of the Gariwerd Aboriginal cultural landscape. Parks Victoria respects the deep and continuing connection that Traditional Owners have to these lands and waters, and we recognise their ongoing role in caring for Country.
Explore the natural beauty of the Grampians from its world-famous hiking trails. Discover majestic waterfalls, dazzling spring wildflower displays and awe-inspiring mountain panoramas. Cross paths with kangaroos, wallabies, emus and native birds. Heritage-listed for its animal and plant life, Aboriginal heritage and stunning natural beauty, the Grampians National Park is one of Australia's most recognisable places. The best way to appreciate it is on one of its many world-class walks or hikes or taking a scenic drive.
Traditionally known as Gariwerd, this region is home to the largest number of significant and ancient Aboriginal rock art paintings and shelters in southern Australia. A visit to Brambuk – The National Park & Cultural Centre will help you get the most of your trip to these rock shelters.
The Grampians draws walkers from around the world. Climb to the highest peak within the Grampians, Mount William, or explore the plethora of walks around Halls Gap and the Wonderland Range. Views from the Pinnacle are famous, but the climb should only be attempted by the fit. If you’re an experienced walker you’ll enjoy the unique challenge of the park’s overnight hikes. Choose from the iconic Grampians Peaks Trail, Major Mitchell Plateau or The Fortress and Mt Thackeray Overnight Hike.
There are more relaxing pursuits to enjoy in the Grampians, too. Go fishing, canoeing or kayaking at Lake Wartook, Lake Bellfield and Moora Moora Reservoir or one of the park’s many other streams and creeks.
MacKenzie Falls
MacKenzie Falls is the most iconic and spectacular waterfall in the Grampians. Watch the majestic waterfall from the lookout platform or tackle the steep climb to the base of the falls. Make the most of your day trip in the Grampians National Park with a strenuous walk through the beautiful MacKenzie River Gorge to Zumsteins Historic Area.
Grampians Peaks Trail
The Grampians Peak Trail is a memorable multi-day hike through the rugged interior of the Grampians National Park, beginning and ending at Halls Gap. Over three days, two nights and 36km, experience dramatic mountain peaks, rugged rocky outcrops, unforgettable panoramas and the ancient Aboriginal heritage of Gariwerd.
The Pinnacle walks
Choose from two different routes up to The Pinnacle lookout – an easy to medium walk from Sundial Carpark and a more challenging climb from Wonderland Carpark.
Zumsteins Historic Area
Zumsteins Picnic Area is located on the banks of the MacKenzie River and is the site of an historic settlement. It provides a great opportunity to relax in the natural setting of the Grampians, enjoy the wildlife, a barbecue and a short stroll.
Mount Stapylton Loop Walk
Hike through open forest and scramble over rocky outcrops on the Mount Stapylton Loop Walk. The adventurous walk will test your endurance as it dips into forested gullies and navigates the steep slope of Flat Rock. Fit walkers can tackle the challenging trek to the summit of Mount Stapylton for sweeping views of the Grampians.
Boreang Campground
There are many locations for camping in the central region of the Grampians National Park including, Smiths Mill Campground, Borough Huts Campground, Boreang Campground and Jimmy Creek.
Jimmy Creek Campground
Jimmy Creek Campground is located in an open forest adjacent to the upper Wannon River. This campground is halfway between Halls Gap and Dunkeld, and is a great base for exploring both the Southern and Eastern Grampians.
Smiths Mill Campground
Smiths Mill Campground is positioned within heath woodland at the site of an old sawmill. It is centrally located a kilometre from Mackenzie Falls, and only a short drive to Boroka Lookout, Reed Lookout and Zumsteins Picnic Area.
Stony Creek Campground
Stony Creek Group Camping Area is available for school or large groups undertaking overnight walks in the Wonderland Range, Mt Rosea area and on the Grampians Peaks Trail. Vehicle accessible off Stony Creek Road, this camping area is an informal, temporary group campsite set amongst stringy bark forest, banksias and rocky outcrops.
Borough Huts Campground
Borough Huts Campground is set in a tranquil forested area adjacent to Fyans Creek. It is close to Halls Gap, The Wonderland Range and a starting point for walks to Lake Bellfield and Mt Rosea.
Stapylton Campground
Stapylton Campground is one of the best places to stay when exploring the Northern Grampians. It is close to a great selection of day walks, Aboriginal rock shelters, world-class rock climbing, picnic areas and day visitor sites.
Mount William
Mount William or Duwul is the highest peak in the Grampians National Park (Gariwerd). This trailhead provides access to the challenging Mount William walk where you can obtain 360 degree views of the mountains and surrounding pastoral lands reward walkers for their efforts.
Buandik Campground
Buandik Campground is located in the Western Grampians at the base of the Victoria Range. The campground is set amongst open woodland beside Cultivation Creek and is close to the start of walks to Billimina and Manja rock art shelters and Buandik Falls.
First Wannon Hiker Camp-Major Mitchell Plateau
First Wannon Hiker Camp is a small clearing with limited space best positioned for small, single groups or individual walkers undertaking the remote overnight hike across the Major Mitchell Plateau.
Strachans Campground
Strachans Campground is located beside the headwaters of the Glenelg River at the site of a former timber mill. Strachans is perfectly situated to explore the Victoria Range and Victoria Valley, where there are opportunities for bushwalking, four wheel driving and rock climbing.
Troopers Creek Campground
Located in the northern Grampians, just south of Roses Gap, Troopers Creek Campground is set amongst tall Eucalypts and heathy shrubland, providing impressive views of Mt Difficult.
When you're there
Camping & accommodation
There are a variety of campgrounds located in beautiful forest surrounds. All campgrounds have basic amenities including pit toilets, fireplaces and picnic tables. Drinking water is not provided so please bring your own. Book early during busy holiday periods.Need to know
Grampians National Park
Where to climb
No-impact abseiling and rock climbing can be done in the 100,000 hectares of national park that are outside highly sensitive locations called Special Protection Areas. For guidance on the best places to climb, and for local advice, contact Parks Victoria's office in Halls Gap. Visit www.thecrag.com for a list of climbing routes.
Go with a guide
Abseiling and rock climbing with a licensed tour operator is a great way to have a safe and supervised visit. There are a number of licensed tour operators offering abseiling, rock-climbing, and many other activities in the national park.
Where not to climb
The national park’s Special Protection Areas are where bushwalking and picnicking are the only permitted activities, with the exception of a current exemption for existing licensed tour operators that offer rock climbing and abseiling at Summerday Valley and Lookout Point Wall. Find out more about rock climbing in the Grampians National Park.
Don’t forget that whenever you’re in a national park you need to observe signage, take care of the environment and to leave the park as you found it.
Accessibility
Boroka Lookout, Brambuk The National Park and Cultural Centre and Stapylton and Plantation Campgrounds have been assessed for accessibility.
A Trailrider all-terrain wheelchair and Sherpa Volunteers are now available for park visitors with limited mobility to explore the natural beauty of Grampians National Park. The Grampians has two TrailRiders available for visitors and both of these chairs are fitted with electric motors to assist operators on steeper sections of track. Passengers must wear a helmet.
The TrailRider all-terrain wheelchair and Volunteer Sherpa service is free of charge, however, please book a week in advance. To book the TrailRider please contact the Volunteer Sherpa Coordinator on (03) 8427 3541 or volunteersherpa@parks.vic.gov.au
Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.
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Change of Conditions
Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.
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First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area (Grampians National Park)
Major Mitchell Plateau Partial Closure
The Major Mitchell Plateau walking track is closed between First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area and Jimmy Creek Campground due to Grampians Peaks Trail construction works.First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area remains open and accessible from Mt William Carpark and Kalymna Campground as a return walk. -
Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Grand Canyon Staircase Closed
The steel staircase at the south-eastern exit of the Grand Canyon is closed due to an engineering issue. The Grand Canyon remains open as a return walk from Wonderland Carpark. The Pinnacle walk remains open via the canyon bypass walking track.Mt Victory Road closure: 8th to 12th February 2021
Mt Victory Road closed between Halls Gap and Reed Lookout: 8th to 12th of February 2021Due to roadworks from the 8th to the 12th of February 2021, Mt Victory Road will be closed to all traffic between Halls Gap and Reed Lookout.Access to visitor sites in and around the Central Grampians will be impacted during this period. Walking Tracks in the Wonderland Range will only be accessible from Halls Gap or Lake Bellfield Dam Wall.Visitor sites not accessible to vehicles:
Wonderland Carpark
Sundial Carpark
Rosea Carpark
Walking tracks only accessible by walking from Halls Gap:The PinnacleThe Grand CanyonSundial PeakLakeview LookoutSplitters FallsTurret FallsVisitor sites only accessible from the western side of the park (not accessible from Halls Gap):Zumsteins Picnic Area (via Northern Grampians Road)Mackenzie Falls (via Northern Grampians Road)Smiths Mill Campground (via Northern Grampians Road)Boroka Lookout (via Old Mill Road - unsealed, AWD recommended)Reed Lookout and the Balconies (via Northern Grampians Road)Boreang Campground (via Rose Creek Road)Stony Creek Group Camping Area (via Rose Creek Road and Glenelg River Road).Download the attached PDF map for alternative access routes to open sites in the Central Grampians from Halls Gap.For further information please contact Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre, 2.5km south of Halls Gap, Ph: (03) 8427 2058.Attachments: Mt Victory Road Closure - Alt accces map (1,686KB)
Stay safe this summer around waterfalls
It is not safe to swim under or near waterfalls. The pool at the base of a waterfall can be deep and very cold with the risk of hypothermia, and the force of the falling water can cause difficulties for even strong swimmers. Rocks around waterfalls are often wet and slippery so it is easy to slip and fall in the water or down a cliff, leading to serious injuries. Always heed warning signs and advice even if you are not planning to go in the water and be aware of changing weather conditions. Stay behind safety barriers around waterfalls –they are there to keep you safe. -
Grampians National Park
Mitchell Road Closed
Mitchell Road is closed until further notice due to storm damage to a concrete causeway.Park Access Update - 6/01/21
Download the latest Park Access Update for information on closures or access issues within Grampians National Park.
Attachments: Grampians Access Update 6th Jan 2021 (171KB)
Road Report: 22/01/2021
Download the latest Grampians National Park Road Report to find out the condition of the parks roads and four wheel drive tracks.Attachments: Grampians NP Road Report - 22 Jan 2021 (169KB)
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Stony Creek Group Camping Area (Grampians National Park)
Stony Creek Group Camping Area Relocated
Stony Creek Group Camping Area has been relocated 500m west of Rosea Carpark on Stony Creek Road. Walkers should access this site by following Stony Creek Road from Rosea Carpark, rather than the link track from the Mt Rosea Walking Track.
Tours in the area
Bushwalking, four-wheel driving, horse riding, kayaking, rock climbing and mountain biking are just some of the many activities you can experience in Victoria's parks.
If you want to try something new or meet some like-minded people on your next visit to a park, contact a licensed tour operator.
Parks Victoria licenses tour operators who are experts in these activities and more. They will help you get the most out of your visit.
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