Mount Stapylton Loop Walk

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    Mount Stapylton Walk

    Grampians National Park

    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.
    Begin this scenic Grampians walk at Stapylton Campground and meander through bushland as you make a gradual climb toward the rugged landscape of Mt Stapylton.

    Tackle a scramble up the steep slope of Flat Rock, where you can take a break on the rocky slab and enjoy views of a spectacular natural ampitheatre. The walk to the top of Flat Rock is great for energetic families. 

    Continue past the impressive Taipan Wall and see if you can spot any avid rock climbers trying to conquer the sheer rockface. Keep your eyes peeled for the world's fastest bird–the peregrine falcon–in the cliffs. Look out over Mt Arapiles and its tiny neighbour, Mitre Rock. 

    Experienced and fit hikers will enjoy the strenuous walk to the summit of Mt Stapylton. Not for the faint-hearted, the steep trek involves rock hopping and scrambling. When you reach the isolated rocky masses at the top, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the Grampians National Park and surrounding plains. 

    Climb down from the summit and continue the loop walk as it passes water-etched rock terraces and descends into dense scrub before returning to the campground. 

    Things to do

     
    A couple in their twenties camp at the Mt Stapylton Campground in the Grampians National Park.

    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, picnic areas and day visitor sites.
    The view of the Wimmera plains through Hollow Mountain in the Grampians National Park.

    Hollow Mountain

    Hollow Mountain carpark is the start of another easy walk which takes you to the Aboriginal rock art shelter of Gulgurn Manja. Ponder the small hand prints on this rock art shelter wall while looking out over the surrounding Wimmera Plains.
    Two people stop for a picnic in front of Mount Zero in the Northern Grampians.

    Mount Zero

    The northern Grampians National Park is dominated by the Mountt Difficult Range, Mount Stapylton and Mount Zero. Picnic at Mount Zero Picnic Area before tackling the gentle ascent to Flat Rock.

    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

    Mount Stapylton Walk

    The Mount Stapylton Loop Walk starts at Stapylton Campground. Use Western Highway and turn off at Wonwondah-Dadswells Bridge Road in Dadswells Bridge. Turn onto Winfields Road and then Olive Plantation Road. Follow the road until you reach the campground.
    Mount Stapylton Walk

    When you're there

    The 12.2km walk can involve steep climbs, rock hopping and scrambling, and water crossings. It's best tackled by fit and energetic walkers. Keep an eye out for the triangular trail markers in rocky areas, and don't forget to wear sturdy shoes.

    Need to know

    Mount Stapylton Walk

    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.

    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.

    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.

    • Notices Affecting Multiple Parks

      Seasonal road closures 2021

      Some roads in this park are subject to seasonal road closures. Seasonal road closures generally operate 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.

      Pest animal management

      Pest animal management will be taking place throughout the Grampians National Park and Black Range State Park. The works will be taking place in pre-determined sectors and signage will be in place to notify visitors of any operations in the vicinity.

      Visitors may hear firearms. Visitors are asked to stay on designated walking tracks and roads.

    • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

      Grampians National Park - Piccaninny car park temporarily closed

      Piccaninny car park will be closed temporarily this week from Tuesday 19th - Friday 22nd October. Grampians Peaks Trail construction crews, including aircraft, will be operating from the car park in order to ferry materials to nearby constructions sites along the Grampians Peaks Trail.


      Access to the Picaninny summit will still be available from the Victoria Valley Road trailhead. Tracks are closed to the east car park and on surrounding fire lines and reservoir access roads. 

      Please observe closure signage due to safety around aircraft. 

      Refer to map for relevant Piccaninny closures.

      For further information please contact Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre phone 8427 2058

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