Smiths Mill Campground

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    Smiths Mill Campground

    Smiths Mill Campground is located in woodland at the site of an old sawmill. Just 1km from popular sights such as Mackenzie Falls, and only a short drive to Boroka Lookout, Reeds Lookout and Zumsteins Picnic Area, it's an ideal campground for your stay in the central Grampians.
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    Smiths Mill Campground is located in woodland at the site of an old sawmill. Enjoy sleeping in the company of emus and kangaroos far from civilisation.

    Just 1km from popular sights such as Mackenzie Falls, and only a short drive to Boroka Lookout, Reeds Lookout and Zumsteins Picnic Area, Smiths Mill is an ideal campground for your stay in the central Grampians.

    There are 28 sites suitable for tent-based camping with adjacent vehicle parking and five drive-in sites suitable for camper-trailers, caravans and campervans. Each site at Smiths Mill Campground accommodates a maximum of 6 people. Sites are unpowered.

    There are non-flush toilets, a bush shower, and shared fire pits available.

    Things to do

     
    A young couple cross the stream on rocks in front a the spectacular MacKenzies Falls.

    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.
    A couple enjoy a picnic by the MacKenzie river at Zumsteins Historic Area.

    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.
    Two friends take in the view from Boroka Lookout at sunset.

    Boroka Lookout

    Boroka Lookout provides spectacular views of the Wonderland Range, Mt William Range, Fyans Valley, Lake Bellfield and the plains to the east of the Grampians. The lookout is located 15km from Halls Gap and is easily accessed via sealed roads.
    Four people gather around a campfire in front of Brambuk The National Park and Cultural Centre

    Brambuk the National Park and Culture Centre

    Brambuk is about bringing life to the history and culture of the Jardwadjali and Djab Wurrung and aboriginal communities of south-western Victoria.Ownership of Brambuk is shared between five Aboriginal communities with historic links to the Gariwerd-Grampians ranges and the surrounding plains

    How to get there

    Smiths Mill Campground

    Smiths Mill Campground is best accessed via the C228 (Wartook Rd), but it can also be accessed from non-sealed Old Mill Road.
    Smiths Mill Campground

    Sites

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    When you're there

    No drinking water supplied; limited non-potable water may be available from a seasonal rainwater tank and a river-fed campground taps. Bring your own wood for fireplaces.

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

    Camping & accommodation

    Smiths Mill Campground is located in woodland at the site of an old sawmill. Just 1km from popular sights such as Mackenzie Falls, and only a short drive to Boroka Lookout, Reeds Lookout and Zumsteins Picnic Area, it's an ideal campground for your stay in the central Grampians.
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    Need to know

    Smiths Mill Campground

    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.

    • Grampians National Park

      Park Access Update - 03/02/2020

      Download the latest Park Access Update to find out what areas of the national park have access issues.

      Attachments: Grampians Access Update 3rd February 2020 (255KB)

      Road Report 13/02/2020

      Download the latest Grampians National Park Road Report for information on the parks roads and four wheel drive tracks.

      Attachments: Grampians NP Road Report - 13th February 2020 (243KB)

    • First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area (Grampians National Park)

      Partial closure of the Major Mitchell Walking Track

      The Major Mitchell Walking Track between First Wannon Hiker Camp and Jimmy Creek Campground, including Stockyard Track, will be closed from Monday the 3rd of February until the end of March 2020

      This closure is due to Grampians Peaks Trail hiker camp construction works.

      First Wannon Hiker Camp will remain open during this period. 

      Walkers will only be able to complete a return walk to First Wannon from one of the following trailheads: Sheep Hills Carpark, Mt William Carpark or Kalymna Campground. 
      A one way walk (with a car shuffle) is also possible between Sheep Hills Carpark and Kalymna Campground.

      Please see the attached map.

      Attachments: Major Mitchell Plateau Walking Track (953KB)

    • Stony Creek Group Camping Area (Grampians National Park)

      Temporary Relocation of Stony Creek Group Camping Area

      Due to Grampians Peaks Trail upgrade works, Stony Creek Group Camping Area (Campground) has been temporarily relocated approximately 1.5 km to the east along Stony Creek Road.

      Toilets and signage have been moved to this location.

      This arrangement will remain in place until mid-2020.

      All campers are required to stay at the new location. Camping is not permitted without a permit. 

      Attachments: Stony Creek Group Camping Area Temporary Relocation Map (269KB)

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