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

      Mount Zero Car Park - Closed for Upgrade Works

      Mount Zero Car Park (Mura Mura Trailhead), including the picnic and toilet facilities are CLOSED while Parks Victoria undertakes construction works.

      These works are part of upgrades to trailheads along the Grampians Peaks Trail which will improve trail access, carparking, visitor and picnic facilities, signage and landscaping. Construction is underway and is scheduled to be completed by February 2026. 

      During construction:
      • There will be no day or overnight parking available at Mount Zero Picnic Area (Mura Mura Trailhead).
      • Day and overnight hikers can access the Grampians Peaks Trail at Mount Zero Picnic Area (Mura Mura Trailhead) via drop off /pick up only at the designated area on Mount Zero Road.
      • Mount Zero (Mura Mura) walk can be accessed via drop off/pick up only on Mount Zero Rd, or via Stapylton Loop walk from Stapylton Campground.
      • Toilets are available at Hollow Mountain Car Park and Stapylton Campground.
       
      A map of a parking area
       
      Day walkers wishing to complete the Stapylton Loop walk can access via the trailhead at Stapylton Campground. Please note there will be limited car parking along Olive Plantation Road, north of the campground entry.
       
       
      We apologise for any inconvenience while these improvement works take place.
       
      For further information on the closure please contact Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre at brambuk@parks.vic.gov.au or call 13 1963.
       
      For more information on the Grampians Peaks Trail upgrades, please click here.
       

      Grampians Peaks Trail – Reopened for Day Walking (sections C3-C5 & S1-S2)

      The central and southern sections of the Grampians Peaks Trail (C3-C5 and S1-S2) have re-opened for day walking only from the 10th of November 2025.
       
      These sections were heavily impacted by the 2024/25 Summer bushfires and incorporate the trail from Borough Huts Campground to Griffin Trailhead (including section S1 –S2 Yarram Gap Road to Griffin Fireline). 
       
      The Barri Yalug, Duwul, Durd Durd, Yarram and Wannon Hike-in Campgrounds and facilities will remain closed, as works take place to repair damaged toilets, water tanks, elevated walkways, tent platforms, shelters, and signage.
       
      Please note:
      • Drinking water is available at serviced water tanks only, located at Grampians Peaks Trail Road crossings. Important: drinking water is not available at the Hike-in Campgrounds. Hikers must adjust accordingly and carry sufficient drinking water.
      • Toilet facilities are available at Borough Huts, Jimmy Creek, Kalymna and Wannon Crossing campgrounds.
      • Mount William Road is closed until further notice, and vehicle access to the Mount William Carpark is unavailable.
      • Please see the Plan and Prepare Guide for more information on how to plan and prepare, before accessing the Grampians Peaks Trail.
       
      Please remember, this fire affected landscape is fragile. Stay on formed tracks and be mindful that walking track and surrounding forest conditions have changed.
       
      Visit our fire recovery project web page for relevant upgrade information. 
       
      Check what's open and closed in Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park on the change of conditions web page. 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
       

    • Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park

      Mt William Rd – Temporary Closure for Recovery Works

      Mt William Rd is currently closed due to summer bushfire impacts.
       
      Scheduled recovery works are underway including the replacement of powerlines and radio tower infrastructure.

      The Mount William (Duwul) Summit Walk and the Kalymna Campground to Mount William Walk remain closed.

      For further information, visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap, call Parks Victoria 131 963 or go to parks.vic.gov.au

      Ground shooting pest animal control program in the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park

      Parks Victoria is conducting a conservation program targeted at protecting flora and fauna of the Grampians (Gariwerd NP).
       
      A ground shooting operation will be undertaken in the evenings between Sunday 16th November and Friday 27th November 2025 to target pest animals.

      During operations, parts of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park will be temporarily closed or restricted while shooting activities are underway.
       
      To ensure visitor safety, warning signs will be placed at closures and major road access points to the control area.

      Visitors must follow all instructions on permanent and temporary signage.

      No additional closures of visitor sites or campgrounds are being implemented.

      For further information visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap or call Parks Victoria Information on 13 1963.

      Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park – What’s Open What’s Closed Update 21.11.2025

      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” November 18 Park Update. It provides a park wide compilation of the staged fire recovery reopening’s in 2025.

      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_Nov182025 (1,023KB)

      Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Roads Update 26.11.2025

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

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

      For more information refer to the attached up-to-date road report below.

      Attachments: Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Road Report - 26.11.2025 (220KB)

    • 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 during 2025

      Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre – Closures during 2025

      ·      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 2024-25. 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

    • Manja Shelter Trailhead (Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park)

      Manja Shelter Walk

      Manja Shelter Walk has reopened to visitors.

      Manja Shelter is an Aboriginal Rock Art Site in the Victoria Range (western section) of Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park.

      Access to Manja Shelter is via a 1-hour (2.6km return) Grade 3 walk from the car park on Harrops Track.

      Please be aware the forest surrounding the shelter has been impacted by fire and is recovering. Help stop weed spread and damage to cultural and environmental values by staying on designated walking tracks.

      There are additional hazards in fire impacted areas including damaged trees and soft hidden holes.

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