Grampians Peaks Trail

Two hikers ascend a steep trail with mountainous views in the background

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    Grampians National Park is part of the Gariwerd Aboriginal cultural landscape. Parks Victoria respects the deep and continuing connection that Traditional Owners have to these lands and waters, and we recognise their ongoing role in caring for Country.

    Barengi Gadjin Land Council   Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation   Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation

    The spectacular Grampians Peaks Trail (164km) is a challenging 13-day/12-night hiking experience through a variety of terrain in the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park. Starting at Mt Zero in the north and heading south, the trail passes over the summit of Gar (Mt Difficult), continues through Halls Gap with hiking highlights including Redman Bluff, Mount William, Major Mitchell Plateau, Signal Peak, Mt Abrupt, Mt Sturgeon (and more) before reaching Dunkeld in the south.

    Stay at unique hike-in campgrounds along the trail, climb dramatic mountain peaks with panoramic views and hike along rugged rocky ridgelines. Experience a rich diversity of plants and animals and the ancient Aboriginal culture of Gariwerd. The trail caters for a variety of hiking styles, from self-guided walkers and groups to school groups and fully-facilitated hikes with a Licensed Tour Operator.

     

    New changes to booking system

    We have made changes to the Grampians Peaks Trail booking system making it easier to book and with more flexibility in how you plan your hike. Find out more.

     

    Map of the full Grampians Peaks Trail


    Plan and prepare

    Whether going for a day walk, multi-day hike or the full 13-day experience, start planning your Grampians Peaks Trail adventure and download the Grampians Peaks Trail Plan and Prepare Guide.


    Book

    Book on-trail hike-in campgrounds before you start a multi-day hike (camping fees apply). See Visit Grampians for off-trail accommodation, tours and transport options. Bookings are now open to 1 March 2025.


    Get packing

    Pack your gear and equipment, food and water. Include maps and safety devices. See the handy packing list in the Grampians Peaks Trail Plan and Prepare Guide.


    Set off and stay safe

    Set off on your Grampians Peaks Trail adventure only when know how to walk it safely. Read the safety and emergency information, and check for any last minute changes of conditions. You can also call into Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap and speak to knowledgeable staff for the latest park information.


    Care for Country

    Minimise your environmental impact when completing the Grampians Peaks Trail. Take out what you take in – leave no rubbish behind. Stay on the trail, leave pets, drones and loud music at home. Campfires are not permitted.


    Share

    Share photos and videos of your Grampians Peaks Trail adventure on social media and inspire others to do it. #grampianspeakstrail

    Choose your journey

    Grampians Peaks Trail

    Choose an option below and find out more.

    Book Grampians Peaks Trail your way

    We've opened up flexibility in how you choose to hike GPT. Plan your itinerary, then use the interactive map to book your hike.

    Choose your own adventure
    Two friends clamber between two boulders nears the Seven Dials on central section 3 of the GPT

    Full Grampians Peaks Trail (north to south)

    If you’re bold and committed to completing this 13-day/12-night hike, you will have an unforgettable adventure and be rewarded with some of the best hiking trails and panoramic views in Australia.

    Explore the full trail experience
    A group near the summit of Mount Rosea on Central Section 2 of the Grampians Peaks Trail

    Northern Peaks Experience (Huts)

    The Grampians Peaks Trail provides hikers with the option of staying in eco-friendly hiker huts on the Northern Peaks’ (Gar and Werdug) two-night itinerary.

    Experience the Northern Peaks

    Multi-day hikes (3 days or more)

    For people who enjoy an outdoor adventure but don’t have time to do the full 13-day Grampians Peaks Trail, breaking it up into smaller 3-day hikes is a great way to challenge yourself, build-up long distance hiking skills and experience the spectacular living cultural landscape of Gariwerd. Return again at your leisure to complete more sections of the trail. You can also add individual overnight and 3-day hike itineraries together to create your preferred hiking adventure.

    Explore multi-day hikes
    Hiking up the lower sections of the Signal Peak in the Southern Grampians

    Overnight hikes

    Choose from three different 2-day hikes available and explore the trail that little bit further.

    Explore overnight hikes
    Walking through the Wonderland Range on Central Section 1 of the Grampians Peaks Trail

    Day walks

    Day walks are a great way to try smaller sections of the trail. Choose from some of our favourites in northern, central and southern Grampians.

    Explore day walks
    Four friends looking up at the surrounding scenery during their hike at Mount Stapylton

    School and independent groups

    Schools including clubs and independent groups, wishing to undertake the Grampians Peaks Trail have the option of walking and camping on trail or camping off trail in designated group camps or private accommodation nearby.

    To walk and camp on trail, group sizes are up to 16 people, depending on site availability.

    Explore GPT as a group
    A group of hikers in the Northern section of the Grampians Peaks Trail

    Experience with a Licensed Tour Operator

    One of the best ways to experience the Grampians Peaks Trail is with a Licensed Tour Operator. Whether you're looking for a fully guided experiences or just support services, here you'll find a Licensed Tour Operator that assist you.

    Go with a Licensed Tour Operator
    A group of three friends walk through the rocky ravines of the Northern Grampians.

    Enhance your experience

    Grampians Peaks Trail

    Brambuk The National Park and Cultural Centre

    Before setting off on your Grampians Peaks Trail hike, visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap for topographical maps and speak to knowledgeable staff for the latest park information.
    Two friends take in the view from Boroka Lookout at sunset.

    Explore the region

    Discover the best this region has to offer from local attractions and events to food and accommodation - The Grampians Way.

    Prepare for your adventure

    Grampians Peaks Trail

    Water safety

    For your safety, having enough water along the Grampians Peaks Trail for hydration and cooking is so important. Our water information and availability page includes the locations (with latitude and longitude references) of serviced water tanks. All water tanks along the trail are untreated. So you need a safe way to treat water for drinking.

    Plan and prepare

    Before setting off, read the important Plan and Prepare Guide and visit Brambuk - The National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap for topographic maps and speak to knowledgeable staff for the latest park information. You can also order Grampians Peaks Trail topographic maps over the phone from Brambuk, call 8427 2058 (open 9am-5pm daily; except Christmas Day).

    Change of park conditions

    During the summer of 2024-2025, widespread bushfires impacted over 135,000 hectares in the central, west and south-eastern sections of Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park. For up-to-date information on what’s open and closed along the Grampians Peaks Trail, view change of conditions on the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park page. For further information on the phased fire recovery program in Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park please visit the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park Fire Recovery page.

    More information about Grampians Peaks Trail

    Walking through the Wonderland Range on Central Section 1 of the Grampians Peaks Trail

    Hiking tips

    Accessibility

    Two people sit next to their tent at Bugiga Hiker Camp on the Grampians Peaks Trail

    FAQs

    GPT topographic maps

    Visit Brambuk - The National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap for topographic maps and speak to knowledgeable staff for the latest park information.


    You can also order Grampians Peaks Trail topographic maps over the phone from Brambuk, call 8427 2058 (open 9am-5pm daily; except Christmas Day).

    7 Things You Need To Know About Hiking the Grampians Peaks Trail

    Laura Waters, long distance hiker and author, was one of the first hikers on the trail, setting out on the first day of the GPT opening. Read the Ultra Hiker article.

    Hike the Grampians Peaks Trail with Caro Ryan

    These videos, in partnership with Caro Ryan from LotsaFreshAir, show you the terrain, what to expect and include helpful tips on how to prepare for this challenging Grade 4 hike. Join Caro on her experience below.

    Grampians Peaks Trail - North Section

    Grampians Peaks Trail - Central Section

    Grampians Peaks Trail - South Section

    How to prepare your fitness and body for the Grampians Peaks Trail

    Grampians Peaks Trail Logistics and Planning

    Grampians Peaks Trail - Everything you Need to Pack Explained in 5 Categories

     

    How to get there

    The Grampians Peaks Trail runs from the northern point of the Grampians National Park (near Dadswells Bridge) to the southern point of the park (at Dunkeld). It is located in Western Victoria, a three-hour (260km) drive from Melbourne and a five-hour (460km) drive from Adelaide. The central Grampians is easily accessed from the villages of Halls Gap and Wartook and is a scenic day trip from the regional towns of Hamilton, Horsham, Stawell and Ararat. It is also a key destination on the internationally renowned Great Southern Touring Route.

    Grampians Peaks Trail

    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 Sites

      Part Closure Chatauqua Peak Loop & Grampians Peaks Trail (GPT) minor section – Detour Information

      A minor section of the GPT and the eastern side of the Chatauqua Peak Loop will be closed for track upgrades from Monday 9 February until Friday 6 March 2026. The Chatauqua Peak will remain accessible for day walkers and detoured GPT hikers via Venus Baths North & Bullaces Glen walks. Please refer to the map below.

      Grampians Peaks Trail – Hike-in Campground Reopenings (sections C3-C5 & S1-S2)

      Five hike-in campgrounds along the Central and Southern sections of the Grampians Peaks Trail will reopen for bookings from 2 March 2026.
       
      (GPT central section C3-C5) Barri Yalug, Duwul and Durd Durd hike-in campgrounds
      (GPT south section S1-S2) Yarram and Wannon hike-in Campgrounds
       
      This means the full 164km Grampians Peaks Trail experience (from Mt Zero (Mura Mura) Trailhead in the north to Dunkeld township in the south) will be available for hiking and overnight camping. Redman Road Trailhead (C3) will also reopen from 2 March 2026.
       
      These hike-in campgrounds were damaged by the 2024/25 bushfires and have required significant repair and replacement works to reopen.

      Please remember, the Grampians landscape was recently impacted by bushfire and is recovering. Stay on formed tracks and be mindful that walking track and surrounding forest conditions have changed
       
      ·      For bookings, please visit Book Grampians Peaks Trail 
      ·      Before attempting the Grampians Peaks Trail, please see the Plan and Prepare Guide for detailed information on how to plan and prepare for the hike
       
      Please note:
      ·      Drinking water is untreated and is only available at serviced water tanks located at selected trailheads, road crossings, access points and some hike-in campgrounds
       
      To stay up-to-date with  what's open and closed in Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park see our Change of Conditions
       
      If you are visiting the area and require more detailed local information, visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre at 277 Grampians Rd Halls Gap, open 9am to 4pm, 7 days a week. Alternatively, you can call (03) 8427 2258 or email brambuk@parks.vic.gov.au

    • Sundial Peak Walk (Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park)

      Sundial Peak Walk and The Bleachers (Sundial Peak) – Temporary closure

      Sundial Peak Walk and The Bleachers (Sundial Peak) – Temporary closure
       
      Sundial Peak Walk and The Bleachers (Designated Climbing Area – Bouldering (Site 83) both remain closed due to track damage from the 2024/25 summer bushfires.

      Alternative walks from Sundial carpark including The Pinnacle Walk and the Lakeview Lookout Walk.

      For more information visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap or call 03 8427 2058

    • Mackenzie Falls Day Visitor Area (Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park)

      Mackenzie Falls (Migunang wirab) – Closed for major construction works – 9 February 2026 to midyear 2026

      Construction work at Mackenzie Falls in the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park is underway and the carpark and precinct is closed to visitors.
       
      The works at Mackenzie Falls precinct includes the construction of a new viewing platform at the base of the falls, upgrades to the carpark and the Bluff Lookout Walk and other important safety improvements to stabilise rock and improve walking tracks.

      The Mackenzie Falls carpark and all walking tracks in the precinct including Broken Falls Walk, Mackenzie Falls Walk to the base (from the carpark), the Bluff Lookout Walk, and parts of Mackenzie Falls River Walk are closed. We anticipate that construction work will finish in the second half of the year.
       
      The carpark will be a construction site throughout the works period with large machinery operating and materials being stored on site.  There will be no access for all vehicles or visitors at Mackenzie Falls Precinct during construction.  
       
      Zumsteins Picnic Area Parking
      During construction parking at the popular Zumstein picnic area will be limited. It is not recommended for large passenger coaches and long caravans to visit during construction. Similarly, they should not travel between Mackenzie Falls and Zumsteins due to the narrow winding road.
       
      A small amount of parking for campervans, small motorhomes and cars with trailers is available opposite the Zumsteins Picnic Area car park, however, may not be available on busy weekends and public holidays.
       
      Zumsteins to Fish Falls – This popular walk to the beautiful Fish Falls is a 1.5 to 2 hour return walk (Grade 3) – walkers should have a reasonable fitness level, carry water and wear sturdy walking shoes as the track can be rocky with uneven surfaces and some steep sections.
       
      Access to Fish Falls and the base of Mackenzie Falls will remain possible from the Zumsteins Picnic Area up to and including the Autumn School Holidays. However, there will need to be a full closure of Zumsteins and Mackenzie Falls for one week prior to the Autumn School Holidays due to helicopter operations. From May 2026 until works are complete, the base of Mackenzie Falls will be inaccessible. Fish Falls will still be accessible from Zumsteins Picnic Area.
       
      Mackenzie River Walk – This is a 2 to 3 hour return walk (grade 3). Start at Zumsteins Picnic Area and follow the track to Fish Falls and then to the base of Mackenzie Falls. Walkers require a reasonable fitness level, need to wear sturdy walking shoes as the track can be rocky with uneven surfaces including steep sections and steps. Please ensure you carry plenty of water and be aware mobile phone service is limited. Access to the steps at the base of Mackenzie Falls to the Mackenzie Falls carpark will be closed to walkers, return by the same route to Zumsteins Picnic Area.
       
      For further information on the Mackenzie Falls (Migunang wirab) project visit https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/projects/western-victoria/mackenzie-falls-revitalisation
       
      Popular day visitor sites such as Reeds Lookout, the Balconies, Boroka Lookout, Silverband Falls and various walks with large bus carparking will still be available. For further information on the Mackenzie Falls River Walk contact Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap (Ph 8427 2058).
       
      Please keep up to date with closures through the Change of Conditions page for Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park.

    • Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park

      Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Roads Update 26.02.2026

      The Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park has some roads temporarily closed due to bushfire and flood impacts.

      Please be aware the movement of visitors in some areas of the National Park is restricted.

      Please refer to the attached up-to-date road report below.

      Attachments: Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Road Report - 26.02.2026 (221KB)

      Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park – What’s Open What’s Closed Update 26.02.2026

      During the summer of 2024/2025 the southern and western areas of Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park and the central section of Grampians Peaks Trail were impacted by multiple bushfires. Since then, a staged re-opening has commenced and many popular visitor areas have re-opened in the Northern, Wonderland and Southern areas of the park. However, some visitor sites and roads remain closed in the Sundial, Mount William, Victoria Range, Victoria Valley and Wallaby Rocks areas.
       
      Roads in fire impacted areas
      For up-to-date information please refer to the road report on the change of conditions listings.
       
      For more detail on “What’s Open What’s Closed”  
      Please refer to the attached “What’s Open What’s Closed” February 26, 2026, Park Update. It provides a park wide compilation of the staged fire recovery reopenings in 2025/26.
       
      For further information, visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap, call Parks Victoria on 131963 or go to parks.vic.gov.au

      Attachments: GGNP_Park Update_Whats Open-Closed_Feb 26 2026 (1,100KB)

    • Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre (Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, Brambuk - The National Park and Cultural Centre Park)

      Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre – Closures throughout 2026

      ·      Cultural tours, activities and venue hire currently unavailable.
      ·      Park information centre and gift shop remain open.

      Parks Victoria is working with a strategic partnership committee of Gariwerd Traditional Owners from Barengi Gadjin Land Council, Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation, and Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation to ‘reimagine’ the future of Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre.

      The reimagining project aims to renew Traditional Owner management arrangements of the Brambuk precinct and includes careful consideration of the tourism and visitor experiences, commercial opportunities, cultural education and training programs that may be available in the future. As part of this project, there are also building upgrades and refurbishments that require the Cultural Centre to be closed during 2026. However, the park information centre, gift shop and self-guided walks remain available.

      For Junior Ranger School holiday programs visit https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/things-to-do/junior-rangers

      For a list of Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park Licensed Tour Operators Visit https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/lto

      For up-to-date national park information, brochures, maps, permits and access advice contact information staff at Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre info@parks.vic.gov.au or phone 8427 2058

      Further details on the Brambuk Reimagining project can be found on the Parks Victoria website https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/projects/western-victoria/brambuk-cultural-centre-upgrade
       

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