First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area (Major Mitchell Plateau Remote and Natural Area, Grampians National Park)

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First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area (Major Mitchell Plateau Remote and Natural Area, Grampians National Park)

The First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area is a small bush camping area that is part of the strenuous overnight Major Mitchell Plateau hike. Quiet and remote, this small hikers camp is near the First Wannon Creek. For further information on this overnight walk please contact Brambuk the National Park Centre in Halls Gap.

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First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area (Major Mitchell Plateau Remote and Natural Area, Grampians National Park)

First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area (Major Mitchell Plateau Remote and Natural Area, Grampians National Park)

Facilities

Toilets

Need to know

First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area (Major Mitchell Plateau Remote and Natural Area, Grampians National Park)

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

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. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

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.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • Fees apply
  • No horses
  • No dogs, cats, pets allowed
  • No bicycles
  • No fires permitted
  • No generators
  • No firearms allowed

Warnings

  • Terrain hazards
    • Unstable cliffs
    • Slippery rocks
  • Other warnings
    • Limbs may fall take care

Be Prepared

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. Find out more.

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.

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. 


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)

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

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