Enjoy a picnic or barbecue in the peaceful setting of Zumtein Picnic Area. Once a thriving tourist resort explore the historic ruins where beekeeper Walter Zumstein played host to hundreds of holidaymakers in the 1930s.
Zumsteins Historic Area is one of the best picnic spots for your day trip in the central Grampians. Enjoy a picnic or barbecue in scenic surrounds nestled near the banks of the MacKenzie River.
Discover the history of Zumsteins as you follow interpretive signs through the settlement. See remnants of cottages built in the 1930s as part of an old retreat for holidaymakers.
Follow the boardwalk along the banks of MacKenzie River. Watch the tranquil water and see if you can spot a platypus swim by.
Zumsteins Picnic Area has disabled access toilets, compacted gravel paths, electric barbecues and picnic shelters. A timber boardwalk is located along the banks of the MacKenzie River to allow visitors to interact with the river. It is suitable for wheelchairs.
Things to do
MacKenzie Falls
An easy stroll from the MackKenzie Falls carpark leads to a viewing platform overlooking the picturesque Broken Falls. To reach the base of MacKenzie Falls, follow the signs. Take care as this walk has many steps and is steep, slippery and strenuous in sections.
Picnics
Head outdoors for lunch in the warmer months and enjoy a picnic in some of nature's most relaxing and inspiring settings.
Day trips
Pack the car and round up your family and friends. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, parks offer a variety of day trips close to Melbourne.
Brambuk The National Park and Culture Centre
Brambuk The National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap began with the building of the Brambuk Cultural Centre in 1989 to acknowledge, protect and share the cultures of the Jadawadjali and Djab Wurrung Peoples.
How to get there
Zumsteins Historic Area
Grampians National Park is located in Western Victoria, a three-hour (260km) drive from Melbourne and a five-hour (460km) drive from Adelaide. The central Grampians is easily accessed from the villages of Halls Gap and Wartook and is a scenic day trip from the regional towns of Hamilton, Horsham, Stawell and Ararat. It is also a key destination on the internationally renowned Great Southern Touring Route.
When you're there
Download the Grampians National Park visitor guide for more information about the park and the plethora of experiences to be had within its borders.
Need to know
Zumsteins Historic Area
Accessibility
Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.
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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Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Seasonal road closures 2022
Some roads in this park are subject to seasonal road closures. Seasonal road closures generally operate from after the long weekend in June through to the end of October, but may be extended due to seasonal conditions. Visit the seasonal road closures page for maps and more information. -
Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Mt Victory Road closure from October 3, 2022
Grampians National Park UpdateRegional Roads Victoria (RRV) are closing a section of Mt Victory Road in the Grampians National Park for up to three weeks from 3rd October 2022 for major works.Mt Victory Road closure from October 3, 2022- Mt Victory Road will
temporarily close between Wonderland Road and Silverband Road intersections
during rock removal and earthwork activities.
- All vehicles will be
detoured via the Western Highway.
- Access
to Boroka and Reeds Lookouts, Mackenzie Falls and Lake Wartook is from the
Northern end of the Grampians.
- If visitors do choose to detour this
closure using unsealed roads within the park, please note that these roads
are very slippery and rough due to on-going wet weather. Parks Victoria
recommends 4WD vehicles on unsealed roads during
the closure.
- Access to Wonderland Carpark will be available from Halls Gap, however this carpark will be extremely busy with limited parking. Parks Victoria recommends that caravans and large buses should not enter this area due to limited parking and turning space
- For further information on walking in the Grampians National Park or how to access other areas in the park during these works, please call into Brambuk the National Park Centre in Halls Gap or a local Visitor Information Centre.
Once earthworks are complete, Mt Victory Road will reopen to one lane as crews continue work. Traffic management will be in place to safely guide vehicles through the site in both directions. Delays are expected. The realignment works are expected to be completed by mid-December 2022. Please plan ahead when travelling and visit Regional Roads Victoria website for further project information.For ongoing updates about these changes, please visit the Regional Roads Victoria page https://regionalroads.vic.gov.au/map/grp_resurface_fye22/mt-victory-road-halls-gapAttachments: Mt Victory Road Detour Mapping_Digital (1,842KB)
Mt Victory Road closure from October 3, 2022
Grampians National Park UpdateRegional Roads Victoria (RRV) are closing a section of Mt Victory Road in the Grampians National Park for up to three weeks from 3rd October 2022 for major works.Mt Victory Road closure from October 3, 2022- Mt Victory Road will
temporarily close between Wonderland Road and Silverband Road intersections
during rock removal and earthwork activities.
- All vehicles will be
detoured via the Western Highway.
- Access
to Boroka and Reeds Lookouts, Mackenzie Falls and Lake Wartook is from the
Northern end of the Grampians.
- If visitors do choose to detour this
closure using unsealed roads within the park, please note that these roads
are very slippery and rough due to on-going wet weather. Parks Victoria
recommends 4WD vehicles on unsealed roads during
the closure.
- Access to Wonderland Carpark will be available from Halls Gap, however this carpark will be extremely busy with limited parking. Parks Victoria recommends that caravans and large buses should not enter this area due to limited parking and turning space
- For further information on walking in the Grampians National Park or how to access other areas in the park during these works, please call into Brambuk the National Park Centre in Halls Gap or a local Visitor Information Centre.
Once earthworks are complete, Mt Victory Road will reopen to one lane as crews continue work. Traffic management will be in place to safely guide vehicles through the site in both directions. Delays are expected. The realignment works are expected to be completed by mid-December 2022. Please plan ahead when travelling and visit Regional Roads Victoria website for further project information.For ongoing updates about these changes, please visit the Regional Roads Victoria page https://regionalroads.vic.gov.au/map/grp_resurface_fye22/mt-victory-road-halls-gapAttachments: Mt Victory Road Detour Mapping_Digital (1,842KB)
Glenelg river road closure
Glenelg river road is closed between Serra road and Lodge road due to water damage and water crossing the road. - Mt Victory Road will
temporarily close between Wonderland Road and Silverband Road intersections
during rock removal and earthwork activities.
Similar experiences
Masons Falls
Enjoy a picnic in the beautiful surrounds of Masons Falls Picnic Area. Set among towering gums, the large shelters and free gas barbecues make it the perfect place for a social gathering. The short waterfall walk is a real highlight.
Picnic areas in Brisbane Ranges National Park
There are a number of options for bushwalking ranging from short walks to three-day walks. This park is also popular for picnicking, scenic drives and camping.
Picnic areas
Organ Pipes National Park is a great place to enjoy a picnic. Picnic tables and toilets are available next to the carpark and near the Organ Pipes lookout.
