Coppermine Campground

Coppermine Campground

Coppermine Campground

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    Coppermine Campground

    Located in the northern Grampians and accessible by 4WD only, Coppermine Campground is perfect for the adventurous camper.

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    Set high on the range with views out over the plains, this campground is ideal for those looking to get off the beaten track and experience some of the most beautiful and lesser known areas of the Grampians.

    Accessible by 4WD only, this small campground offers four campsites, each accommodating up to six people. Sites are suitable for camper trailers, campervans or tents. Advanced bookings and payment are required year-round.

    The campground features shared fireplaces and pit toilets and there is untreated tank-water available, however bring drinking water and firewood with you.

    Things To Do

     
    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.
    Four friends looking up at the surrounding scenery during their hike at Mount Stapylton

    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.
    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.

    How to get there

    Coppermine Campground

    Coppermine Campground is located on Coppermine Track, 1km from Pohlners Rd or 4km from Mount Zero Road.
    Coppermine Campground

    When you're there

    Download the Grampians National Park visitor guide to get the most out of your visit.

    Need to know

    Coppermine Campground

    Safety tips for a great visit

    Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.

    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.

    Bushfire awareness

    Coppermine Campground in the Grampians National Park is in the Wimmera fire district. Bushfire safety is a personal responsibility. Anyone entering the park during the bushfire season needs to stay aware of forecast weather conditions. Check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at emergency.vic.gov.au, on the Vic Emergency App or call the Vic Emergency Hotline 1800 226 226.

    No fires may be lit on Total Fire Ban days. On Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating days this park will be closed for public safety. Closure signs will be erected but do not expect an official warning.

    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.

    • Grampians National Park

      Grampians Peaks Trail - Helicopter Air-Lift Operations

      Helicopter Air-Lift Operations are scheduled along Grampians Peaks Trail at Barigar, Werdug, Barri Yalug and Mud-dadjug Hiker Camps, from Tuesday 30 May 2023 to Friday 2 June 2023

      Temporary walking track and road closures will be in place as staff work to remove toilet pods at Barigar, Werdug, Barri Yalug, Mud-dadjug Hiker Camps along the Grampians Peaks Trail. Please follow advice of signage and remain clear of closed areas. Staff will be on ground with hard closures while the operation is underway. This operation will only take place under favourable weather conditions.

      Temporary closures will be in place at:

      ·      Barigar, Werdug, Barri Yalug, Mud-dadjug Hiker Camps
      ·      Walking tracks and Management Vehicle tracks north and south of hike in campgrounds
      ·      Wartook, Werdug, Roses Gap, Mt William and Piccaninny Helipads
      ·      Piccaninny East Carpark

      For further information, please visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre or call Parks Victoria on 13 1963

      Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park Road Updates 26.05.2023

      Red Rock Road and Mitchell Road are closed until further notice.

      The following road and track closures are in place for roadworks until 2/6/2023.
       
      Syphon Road
      Roses Creek Road
      Zumsteins Short Cut
      Lodge Road
      Wallaby Rocks Track
      Phillip Island Track

      Redman Road is closed for roadworks from Wednesday 31/5/2023 until further notice

      Seasonal Road Closures

      Seasonal road closures are in place due to flood damage. They have been in place since November 2022. Seasonal roads will gradually reopen after repair works and final assessments are completed.

      Please see the latest road report attachment for full road and track details at the end of this notice.

      Attachments: Grampians (Gariwerd) NP Road Report 26.05.2023 (191KB)

      Watchtower (access trail) - Trail remediation and improvement works

      The popular Watchtower designated climbing area located near Halls Gap in the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park is undergoing trail remediation and improvement works. 

      Works commenced on the base trail on Monday (22 May), with completion anticipated in early July 2023. These include the removal of old damaged and degraded timber steps, significant repairs to the existing stone access trail and construction of new stone steps and drains. 


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