Brambuk: The National Park and Cultural Centre, in Halls Gap began, with the building of the Brambuk Cultural Centre in 1989 to acknowledge, protect and share the cultures of the Jadawadjali and Djab Wurrung Peoples.
277 Grampians Road
Halls Gap VIC 3381
View map brambuk@parks.vic.gov.au
The award-winning Cultural Centre was designed collaboratively with the Traditional Owners of Gariwerd by renowned architect, Greg Burgess, to celebrate connection to Country.
In 2006, the park visitor information building was added, which now houses the Grampians park information counter, a café and gift shop. It is a one-stop shop for park information and a must-see for people visiting the Grampians.
Parks Victoria has temporarily taken over the management of Brambuk: The National Park and Cultural Centre in association with Gariwerd Traditional Owner corporations, Barengi Gadjin Land Council, Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation and Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation.
The first stage of Brambuk’s re-opening has commenced, with the precinct’s park visitor information building reopening on 24 November. Services include map sales, activity brochures, campground bookings, permits, souvenirs and interpretive displays, as well as scheduled holiday activities for kids (Junior Ranger Program).
Cultural centre
Further assessments and maintenance works for the Cultural Centre are still underway, so the building remains temporarily closed. Alternative options for delivering cultural experiences for visitors are currently being investigated.
In great news for Brambuk and the region, the Victorian Government Budget 2020–21 has allocated $5.8 million to upgrade buildings, refresh activity spaces, and develop new long term environmental and cultural programs at the precinct. Further details about these upgrades will be provided by Parks Victoria and the Gariwerd Traditional Owner corporations in due course.
How to get there
Brambuk The National Park and Cultural Centre
Facilities
When you're there
Visitors seeking park information in person are asked to visit the Halls Gap Visitor Information Centre located at 117-119 Grampians Road, Halls Gap VIC 3381.
Walking and driving maps are available through the Halls Gap Visitor Information Centre, Halls Gap newsagent and local Visitor Information Centres in Ararat, Horsham, Hamilton and Dunkeld.
Completion of an Overnight Hiking Trip Intention Form is a must for all overnight walkers in the Grampians National Park. Please contact 13 1963 to submit an Overnight Hiking Trip Intention Form.
Need to know
Brambuk The National Park and Cultural Centre
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. Visit our All abilities access page to find more.
A Trailrider all-terrain wheelchair and Sherpa Volunteers are now available for park visitors with limited mobility to explore the natural beauty of Grampians National Park. The Grampians has two TrailRiders available for visitors and both of these chairs are fitted with electric motors to assist operators on steeper sections of track. Passengers must wear a helmet.
The TrailRider all-terrain wheelchair and Volunteer Sherpa service is free of charge, however, please book a week in advance. To book the TrailRider please contact the Volunteer Sherpa Coordinator on (03) 8427 3541 or volunteersherpa@parks.vic.gov.au
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.Closure of roads, tracks and visitor sites due to Planned Burn - Geerak Track/Victoria Point
Planned burning operations are scheduled in this park which will result in the closure of roads, tracks and visitor sites in and surrounding the burn area from the time a burn is approved for ignition until the area is declared safe.Closed roads, tracks and visitor sites include:Chimney PotsGlenelg River Road (between Jensens Road and Harrops Track)Geerak TrackBullawin RoadIgnition of the burn is scheduled from 6th May 2021 and is subject to favourable weather. Check the status of current planned burns at https://plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.auAttachments: TCS_Grampians_Victoria Point (387KB)
Feral Animal Control Program
A feral animal control program using firearms will be occurring during daylight hours in the Mt William Range on the 11th and 12th of May 2021.Walking tracks and roads impacted:- Grampians Peaks Trail between Borough Huts and Tandara Road- Delleys Bridge Walking Track- Fyans Creek Loop- Boronia Peak Walking Track- Tunnel Track- Terraces Fireline- Pomonal Fireline- Mt Cassel Track- Redman RoadWarning signs will be in place. For your safety please remain on established walking tracks and roads in these areas. -
Grampians National Park
Mitchell Road Closed
Mitchell Road is closed until further notice due to storm damage to a concrete causeway.Mt Zero Road Closure: 10th to 14th May 2021
Mt Zero Road will be closed due to roadworks between Red Gum Lease Track and Pines Road from Monday the 10th of May to Friday the 14th of May 2021 (inclusive).During this period the alternative route is via Fyans Creek Road and Pines Road.Park Access Update - 23/04/2021
Download the latest Grampians National Parks Access Update to find out what is closed or has access issues in the park.Attachments: Grampians Access Update 23rd April 2021 (173KB)
Road Report - 23/04/2021
Download the latest Road Report to find out the latest condition of the parks roads and four wheel drive tracks.Attachments: Grampians NP Road Report - 23 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. 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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Wannon Crossing Campground (Grampians National Park)
Wannon Crossing Campground Closure
Wannon Crossing Campground will be closed between Tuesday the 11th of May and Friday the 2nd of July 2021 due to park operations and Grampians Peaks Trail construction works.The nearest alternative campground is Jimmy Creek Campground. -
Other issues
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.
