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Strachans Campground
There are eight tent-based camping sites with adjacent vehicle parking. There are no caravan, campervan or camper trailer campsites at Strachans Campground. Sites are unpowered.
Strachans is ideally situated beside the headwaters of the Glenelg River to explore the Victoria Range and Victoria Valley, where there is fantastic four wheel driving, bushwalking and rock climbing.
Visit the nearby Chimney Pots, a set of unique rock formations that open up to panoramas of the Grampians’ rugged landscape. Or drive to Manja and Billimina rock art shelters where there are short walks to Aboriginal art.
Things to do
Camping
Wildlife viewing
Picnics
Brambuk The National Park and Culture Centre
How to get there
Strachans Campground
Sites
When you're there
No drinking water is provided and only a limited water supply is available from the nearby stream during winter. This is not for drinking and should be treated before use. Campfires are only allowed in designated fireplaces and you must supply your own wood.
Download the Grampians National Park visitor guide to get the most out of your park visit.
Camping & accommodation
Positioned on the site of a former timber mill, Strachans Campground is a small secluded spot to pitch a tent in the south-west corner of the Grampians.
Need to know
Strachans 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.
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 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. -
Grampians National Park
Mitchell Road Closed
Mitchell Road is closed until further notice due to storm damage to a concrete causeway.Road Report - 01/04/2021
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 - 1 April 2021 (169KB)
Access update 01/04/2021
Download the latest Grampians National Park Access Update to find out information about any closures or access issues.
Attachments: Grampians Access Update 1st April 2021 (171KB)
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First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area (Grampians National Park)
Major Mitchell Plateau Walking Track Partial Closure
The Major Mitchell Plateau Walking Track is closed between Stockyard Track and Jimmy Creek Campground due to Grampians Peaks Trail works.Walkers crossing the plateau must use Stockyard Track as the southern access route. Vehicles may be parked at Mafeking Picnic Area or the corner of Mafeking and Emmett Roads.Walkers undertaking the three day circuit, must use Stockyard Track, Emmett Road and Jimmy Creek Road as the alternative route. This alternative involves approximately 10km of four wheel drive track and unsealed road walking.See the attached map for assistance with orientation.For further information contact Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap in (03) 8427 2258.Attachments: Major Mitchell Plateau - Stockyard to Jimmy Closure (9,807KB)
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Mount Difficult Summit Walk (Grampians National Park)
Mt Difficult Walking Track Closure
Due to Grampians Peaks Trail construction works the Mt Difficult walking track between Deep Creek Track Junction and Mt Difficult (Gar) Summit Track Junction will be closed until further notice.Mt Difficult (Gar) remains accessible from Mt Difficult Road and Longpoint West Hike-in Camping Area as a return walk. Please keep in mind this is a rough grade 4 walking track only suitable for more experienced bushwalkers. Limited roadside parking is available on Mt Difficult Road.Beehive Falls and Briggs Bluff remain open as return walks from Beehive Falls Carpark.Attachments: Mt Difficult Range Track Closure (2,245KB)
Mt Difficult Walking Track Closure
Due to Grampians Peaks Trail construction works the Mt Difficult walking track between Deep Creek Track Junction and Mt Difficult (Gar) Summit Track Junction will be closed until further notice. Please see attached map.Mt Difficult (Gar) remains accessible from Mt Difficult Road and Longpoint West Hike-in Camping Area as a return walk. Please keep in mind this is a rough grade 4 walking track only suitable for more experienced bushwalkers. Limited roadside parking is available on Mt Difficult Road.Beehive Falls and Briggs Bluff remain open as return walks from Beehive Falls Carpark.Attachments: Mt Difficult Range Track Closure (2,245KB)
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Mafeking Picnic Area (Grampians National Park)
Mafeking Picnic Area Closure
Mafeking Picnic Area will be closed from Monday the 19th to Wednesday the 21st of April 2021 to upgrade the entrance road. -
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.