Grampians National Park

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    Grampians National Park

    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.

    Explore the natural beauty of the Grampians from its world-famous hiking trails. Discover majestic waterfalls, dazzling spring wildflower displays and awe-inspiring mountain panoramas. Cross paths with kangaroos, wallabies, emus and native birds. Heritage-listed for its Aboriginal heritage, animal and plant life, and stunning natural beauty, the Grampians National Park is one of Australia's most recognisable places. The best way to appreciate it is on one of its many world-class walks or hikes or by taking a scenic drive.

    Traditionally known as Gariwerd, this region is home to the largest number of significant and ancient Aboriginal rock art paintings and shelters in southern Australia. A visit to Brambuk – The National Park & Cultural Centre will help you get the most of your trip to these rock shelters.

    The Grampians draws walkers from around the world. Hike to the highest peak within the Grampians, Mount William, or explore the plethora of walks around Halls Gap and the Wonderland Range. Views from the Pinnacle are famous, but the steep walk should only be attempted by the fit. If you’re an experienced walker you’ll enjoy the unique challenge of the park’s overnight hikes. Choose from the iconic Grampians Peaks Trail, Major Mitchell Plateau or The Fortress and Mt Thackeray Overnight Hike.

    There are more relaxing pursuits to enjoy in the Grampians, too. Go fishing, canoeing or kayaking at Lake Wartook, Lake Bellfield and Moora Moora Reservoir or one of the park’s many other streams and creeks.

    Top places

    Central Grampians
    A group of three friends walk through the rocky ravines of the Northern Grampians.
    Northern Grampians
    Mount William, Grampians National Park
    Southern Grampians
    A group climbs up through the mid-sections of Gar / Mount Difficult

    Grampians Peaks Trail

    The Grampians Peaks Trail (164km) is a world-class 13-day hiking experience from Mt Zero in the north, through Halls Gap and finishing at Dunkeld in the south. It can also be completed in shorter sections.

    Aerial view overlooking a large water fall with green rugged bushland either side and viewing platforms.

    MacKenzie Falls

    MacKenzie Falls is the most iconic and spectacular waterfall in the Grampians. Watch the majestic waterfall from the lookout platform or tackle the steep track to the base of the falls. Make the most of your day trip in the Grampians National Park with a strenuous walk through the beautiful MacKenzie River Gorge to Zumsteins Historic Area.

    A young man offers his hand to his walking partner at the summit of The Pinnacle in the Grampians National Park.

    The Pinnacle walks

    Choose from two different routes up to The Pinnacle lookout – an easy to medium walk from Sundial Carpark and a more challenging walk from Wonderland Carpark.

    A couple enjoy a picnic by the MacKenzie river at Zumsteins Historic Area.

    Zumsteins Historic Area

    Zumsteins Picnic Area is located on the banks of the MacKenzie River and is the site of an historic settlement. It provides a great opportunity to relax in the natural setting of the Grampians, enjoy the wildlife, a barbecue and a short stroll.

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

    Mount Stapylton Loop Walk

    Hike through open forest and scramble over rocky outcrops on the Mount Stapylton Loop Walk. The adventurous walk will test your endurance as it dips into forested gullies and navigates the steep slope of Flat Rock. Fit walkers can tackle the challenging trek to the summit of Mount Stapylton for sweeping views of the Grampians.

    A tent and fireplace at Boreang Campground in the Grampians National Park

    Boreang Campground

    There are many locations for camping in the central region of the Grampians National Park including, Smiths Mill Campground, Borough Huts Campground, Boreang Campground and Jimmy Creek.

    A couple of women enjoy a cup of tea at Jimmy Creek Campground at the Grampians National Park

    Jimmy Creek Campground

    Jimmy Creek Campground is located in an open forest adjacent to the upper Wannon River. This campground is halfway between Halls Gap and Dunkeld, and is a great base for exploring both the Southern and Eastern Grampians.

    A family of four enjoy afternoon tea at a picnic table at Smiths Mill Campground.

    Smiths Mill Campground

    Smiths Mill Campground is positioned within heath woodland at the site of an old sawmill. It is centrally located a kilometre from Mackenzie Falls, and only a short drive to Boroka Lookout, Reed Lookout and Zumsteins Picnic Area.

    A picnic table in a clearing at Stony Creek Group Campground in the Grampians National Park

    Stony Creek Campground

    Stony Creek Group Campground is available for schools or groups of up to 16 people undertaking overnight walks such as the Grampians Peaks Trail in the Wonderland and Mt Rosea areas. Vehicle accessible off Stony Creek road, this camping areas has a drop toilet, elevated timber tent platforms, a group gathering area and a day use shelter available. Bookings apply.

    A family camps at Borough Huts in the Grampians National Park

    Borough Huts Campground

    Borough Huts Campground is set in a tranquil forested area adjacent to Fyans Creek. It is close to Halls Gap, The Wonderland Range and a starting point for walks to Lake Bellfield and Mt Rosea.

    A couple in their twenties camp at the Mt Stapylton Campground in the Grampians National Park.

    Stapylton Campground

    Stapylton Campground is one of the best places to stay when exploring the Northern Grampians. It is close to a great selection of day walks, Aboriginal rock shelters, world-class rock climbing, picnic areas and day visitor sites.

    Mount William, Grampians National Park

    Mount William

    Mount William or Duwul is the highest peak in the Grampians National Park (Gariwerd). This trailhead provides access to the challenging Mount William walk where you can obtain 360 degree views of the mountains and surrounding pastoral lands reward walkers for their efforts.

    A tent and hammock set up at Buandik Campround in the Grampians National Park

    Buandik Campground

    Buandik Campground is located in the Western Grampians at the base of the Victoria Range. The campground is set amongst open woodland beside Cultivation Creek and is close to the start of walks to Billimina and Manja rock art shelters and Buandik Falls.

    Two women hike through the Grampians National Park.

    First Wannon Hiker Camp-Major Mitchell Plateau

    First Wannon Hiker Camp is a small clearing with limited space best positioned for small, single groups or individual walkers undertaking the remote overnight hike across the Major Mitchell Plateau.

    A red tent, camp chairs and fireplace among tall eucalypts at Strachans Campground at Grampians National Park

    Strachans Campground

    Strachans Campground is located beside the headwaters of the Glenelg River at the site of a former timber mill. Strachans is perfectly situated to explore the Victoria Range and Victoria Valley, where there are opportunities for bushwalking, four wheel driving and rock climbing.

    Mother and her young son finish off setting up their tent at Troopers Creek Campground at the Grampians National Park

    Troopers Creek Campground

    Located in the northern Grampians, just south of Roses Gap, Troopers Creek Campground is set amongst tall Eucalypts and heathy shrubland, providing impressive views of Mt Difficult.

    When you're there

    Download the Grampians National Park visitor guide for more information about the park and a map.

    Please note that for visitor and staff safety, MacKenzie Falls precinct (including Fish Falls) will be closed on days of Extreme and Catastrophic Fire Danger. Check the Fire Danger Rating forecast before you visit at cfa.vic.gov.au.

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    Need to know

    Grampians National Park

    Where to climb

    There are more than 100 designated rock climbing areas in the landscape including 13 bouldering areas. Most of these areas have multiple climbs within them. 

    Please note there are conditions to rock climbing in the Gariwerd landscape, including:

    • Rock climbing can only occur in designated areas.
    • Rock climbers are responsible for assessing and accepting the risks associated with climbing within these areas.
    • Climbers are required to minimise the use of chalk and only use chalk coloured to match the rock surface.
    • Adhere to signs and notifications and do not enter closed areas.

    Find more information at Rock climbing in Gariwerd. 

    Go with a guide

    Abseiling and rock climbing with a licensed tour operator is a great way to have a safe and supervised visit. There are a number of licensed tour operators offering abseiling, rock-climbing, and many other activities in the national park. 

    Accessibility

    Boroka Lookout, Brambuk The National Park and Cultural Centre and Stapylton and Plantation Campgrounds have been assessed for accessibility.

    The Grampians TrailRider is available for bookings. The TrailRider all-terrain wheelchair and TrailRider Volunteers are for park visitors with low mobility to explore the natural beauty of Grampians National Park. The TrailRider is fitted with an electric motors to assist operators on steeper sections of walking tracks.  Chair passengers are required to wear a bike helmet.

    The TrailRider all-terrain wheelchair and TrailRider Volunteer service are both free of charge, however, please book a week in advance. For more information and to book the TrailRider contact the Brambuk National Park & Cultural Centre on (03) 8427 2058. For booking TrailRider volunteers contact the Volunteer Coordinator on  volunteer@parks.vic.gov.au.

    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.

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    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

      Grampians (Gariwerd) NP - Planned Burn Update – 26.04.2024

      FFMVIC has recently conducted 5 planned burns within Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park. 
       
      Planned burns will be patrolled over the coming weekend until officially declared safe. Under regulations, visitors are not permitted to enter burn areas that remain closed.
       
      Millstream Creek burn (3km East of Smiths Mill Campground, 20km West of Halls Gap)
      Smiths Mill Campground - Vehicle access is available only via Mt Victory Road and Lake Wartook Road.
       
      Visitor areas reopened:
      ·      Smith Mill Campground (vehicle access is available only via Mt Victory Rd and Lake Wartook Rd)
      ·      Boroka Lookout
      ·      Lake Wartook Lookout
      ·      Mt Difficult Rd between Boroka Lookout and Lake Wartook
        
      Operational closures throughout the coming week:
      ·      Old Mill Rd (between Smiths Mill Campground and Mt Difficult Rd)
      ·      Rose Creek Rd (north between Mt Victory Rd and Old Mill Rd)
       

       
      Cassidy Gap (3km north of Dunkeld)
      This planned burn included Section S3 of the Grampians Peaks Trail and some day walks north of Dunkeld. FFMVIC crews will continue patrolling the burn area into the weekend.
       
      Visitor areas re-opened:
      ·      Grampians Peaks Trail Section S3 – Cassidy Gap to Piccaninny Car Park over Signal Peak to Dunkeld Reservoir Rd, (including Mud-Dadjug Hike in campground)
      ·      Mud-Dadjug Hike in Campground
      ·      Mt Abrupt day walk  
      ·      Signal Peak day walk
      ·      Cassidy Gap Road – From Grampians Road to Grampians Peaks Trail Trailhead
       
      Operational closures throughout the coming week:
      ·      Cassidy Gap Rd closed from Cassidy Gap GPT Trailhead to Serra Fireline (MVO) (west side of the range).
      ·      Serra Range Fireline (MVO) is closed at the intersection of Vic Valley Rd and Cassidy Gap Rd.

       

       
      Oslers Track (south of Plantation Campground, 8km north of Halls Gap)
      FFMVIC crews will continue patrolling the burn area east of the campground into the weekend.
       
      Visitor areas re-opened:
      ·      Plantation Campground
      ·      Pines Road open
      ·      Mt Zero Road
       
      Operational Closures throughout the coming week:
      ·      Oslers track (Between Red Gum Lease Track and Pines Road)
      ·      Fire trails and bush camping in the burn area south of Plantation Campground
       
       
       
      Victoria Range (36km north of Cavendish)
       FFMVIC crews will continue patrolling the burn area into the weekend.
       
      Visitor areas re-opened:
      ·      Glenelg River Road
      ·      Strachans Campground
      ·      Chimney Pots car park and walking track  
      ·      Designated climbing areas 100 – 104 in Victoria Range
      ·      Designated Rock-Climbing Areas 92- 99 In the Southern end of the Victoria Range
      ·      Sawmill Track
      ·      Victoria Range Road
      ·      Fortress and Mt Thackeray overnight walk
        
      Operational closures remaining:
      Note - Mountain Lion Climbing area remains closed for management purposes
       

      Victoria Point (38km north of Cavendish)
      FFMVIC crews will continue patrolling the burn area into the weekend.
       
      Visitor areas re-opening:
      ·      Glenelg River Road
      ·      Chimney Pots car park and walking track
      ·      Designated Climbing Areas 100 - 104 in the southern end of Victoria Range
      ·      Designated Rock-Climbing Areas 92- 99 in the southern end of the Victoria Range
       
      Operational closures throughout the coming week
      ·      Geerack track


        
      Stay informed about the Autumn planned burns schedule:
       
      Visit & Sign Up: Sign up to Planned Burns Victoria www.vic.gov.au/plannedburns  Set up automated notifications about upcoming planned burns on public land near you. There is no charge to sign up to receive text messages. 

      Download: The Vic Emergency App. Set up a watch zone and choose to be notified about planned burns in the ‘alerts’ settings
       
      Call: The Vic Emergency Hotline on 1800 226 226 and request an interpreter or assistance for hearing difficulties via the National Relay Service. IN AN EMERGENCY CALL 000
       
      Email: For specialist advice about planned burns in the Wimmera District you can contact Horsham FFMVic Office at wimmera.fuelmanagement@delwp.vic.gov.au or phone the office on (03) 8508 1222.
       
      For Information about park closures and park access within Grampians National Park:
       
      Visit or call: Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre – 277 Grampians Road Halls Gap, Ph 8427 2058
       
      Contact: For bookings and cancellations advice please call Parks Victoria Information Centre 13 1963 or email info@parks.vic.gov.au

      Grampians National Park - Autumn planned burn season underway

      Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park – Autumn Planned Program Underway
       
      Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) have commenced the Autumn Planned Burning Program in Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park and surrounding reserves.
       
      These planned burns have been nominated and approved as part of the FFMVic three-year Joint Fuel Management Program for the Wimmera Fire District. Each burn has been designated to a year and season, though this may change depending on burn objectives and seasonal conditions. You can view the three-year plan at https://www.ffm.vic.gov.au/bushfire-fuel-and-risk-management/joint-fuel-management-program
       
      The map attached, outlines the burns programmed for this year. Detailing the exact date and time of ignition can be difficult and the final decision to proceed may only be made on the day of the burn - once resources, weather conditions and local fuel moisture levels are deemed suitable. Once a burn is scheduled for ignition, FFMVIC will send out regular notifications.
       
      Some of the planned burns this Autumn may involve the temporary closure of visitor sites, roads and campgrounds within Grampians Gariwerd National Park and other reserves. This may include detours or closures of hike in campgrounds along the Grampians Peaks Trail, and other vehicle-based campgrounds.
      ·      Closures will be enforced for the duration of ignition and may remain in place for some days.  Visitor sites will re-open once the burn is declared safe.
      ·      We recommend that you seek information and stay informed about the status of the planned burns scheduled near you.
       
      Stay informed about this Autumns planned burns schedule:
       
      Visit & Sign Up:
      Sign up to Planned Burns Victoria to set up automated notifications about upcoming planned burns on public land near you. There is no charge to sign up to receive text messages. 
      Sign up via Planned Burns Victoria at www.vic.gov.au/plannedburns 
       
      Download: the VicEmergency App 
      Set up a watch zone and choose to be notified about planned burns in the ‘alerts’ settings
       
      Call: the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226 and request an interpreter or assistance for hearing difficulties via the National Relay Service
       
      Email: For specialist advice about planned burns in the Wimmera District you can contact Horsham FFMVic Office at wimmera.fuelmanagement@delwp.vic.gov.au or phone the office on (03) 8508 1222.
       
      For Information about park closures and campground bookings within Grampians National Park:
       
      Visit: Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre – 277 Grampians Road Halls Gap, Ph 8427 2058
      or for bookings and cancellations advice contact the Parks Victoria Information Centre Ph 13 1963 or email info@parks.vic.gov.au

    • Tunnel Walk (Grampians National Park)

      Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Bushfire Closures - Tunnel Walking Track

      Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park was impacted by the Bellfield and Stapylton bushfires from 13th February 2024. There are temporary closures still in place in the vicinity of the fires. Visitors are asked to adhere to road and park closures as we work to assess and re-open these areas.

      Tunnel Walking Track remains closed.

    • Grand Canyon Loop Walk (Grampians National Park)

      Grand Canyon (south-eastern exit) closed until further notice

      The steel staircase at the south-eastern exit of the canyon is closed due to an engineering issue. The Grand Canyon remains partially open as a return walk from Wonderland Carpark. The Pinnacle walk remains open via the Canyon bypass walking track. 

    • Grampians National Park

      Mountain Lion (Designated rock-climbing and bouldering area) – Temporary exclusion

      Mountain Lion (Designated rock-climbing and bouldering area) – Temporary exclusion
       
      Significant Aboriginal cultural values have recently been rediscovered at the Mountain Lion designated rock-climbing and bouldering area.

      While Parks Victoria and Gariwerd Traditional Owners determine a longer-term management response, and out of respect for this significant cultural landscape, visitors are requested to not access this area.

      The Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 protects Aboriginal cultural heritage and significant financial penalties apply for harm caused by individuals or corporate bodies.

      For more information please visit the FAQ Update at the Rock Climbing in Gariwerd link below.

      Pest animal control program in the Grampians – Deer and feral goats 29.04.2024 – 03.05.2024

      An ongoing conservation program in the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park will be supported this month by a ground control operation targeting deer and feral goats.

      Weather permitting, a ground shooting operation will be undertaken on weekdays between 29 April – 3 May to target these pest animals in remote parts of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park (see attached fact sheet with map).

      During this time Boreang Campground will be closed.

      To ensure visitor safety, warning signs will be placed at campgrounds and at major road access points to the control area.  Visitors are encouraged to follow all instructions on permanent and temporary signage.

      Informed by scientific research, this program is aimed at controlling/reducing introduced deer and goat populations that are threatening the important natural and cultural values of the Greater Gariwerd Landscape.

      For further information please contact 13 1963.

      Attachments: Notification - Fact sheet - Grampians Deer Control April 2024 (540KB)

      Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Bushfire Closures Update - April 26, 2024

      Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park was impacted by the Bellfield and Stapylton bushfires from 13th February 2024. There are temporary closures still in place in the vicinity of the fires. Visitors are asked to adhere to road and park closures as we work to assess and re-open these areas.

      Northern Grampians (Mt Stapylton Fire) Closures remaining April 26, 2024:
      Road/track closures east of Mt Zero Road
      Golton track
      Crutes track/Crutes road
      No off-track walking within the burnt area  

      Mt William Range (Bellfield Fire) - Closures remaining April 26, 2024
      Tunnel Walking Track
      Mt Cassell Track
      Pomonal Fireline
      Birdrock Rd 
      No off-track walking within the burnt area  

      All other areas of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park previously closed due to the fires have been re-opened.

      For further information about the closures, please visit Brambuk the National Park & Cultural Centre, or call (03) 8427 2258. For National Park Information visit www.parks.vic.gov.au, or for booking refunds email info@parks.vic.gov.au

      Please visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au for emergency updates, or free call 1800 226 226. Monitor the Emergency Vic app for alerts and warnings or listen to your local ABC radio stations for emergency broadcasts.

      Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Roads Update 26.04.2024

      The Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park has several roads temporarily closed for repair works, upgrades, and recent fire impacts. Please be aware the movement of visitors in these parts of the National Park is restricted

      Planned Burn Road Closures
      Old Mill Rd from Smiths Mill Campground to Mt Difficult Rd (Boroka Lookout)
      Rose Creek Road from Mt Victory Rd to Old Mill Rd
      Cassidy Gap Rd closed from Cassidy Gap GPT Trailhead to Serra Fireline (MVO)
      Geerack Track 
      Oslers Track between Red Gum Lease and Pines Rd

      Road Closures
      Mitchell Road is closed between Redman Road and Mt William Picnic Ground Road      .

      Seasonal Closures
      Launders and Sanders Tracks are closed.
      Moora Moora Track is partially closed in the southern section, from Homestead Track intersection to Glenelg River Road.

      Grampians Peaks Trail – Trailhead Access
      Road access (Griffin Track) to the Griffin Trailhead for the Grampians Peaks Trail is open to 4WD vehicles only. Walkers can access the GPT on foot via the Griffin Track from the Grampians Tourist Road.

      Please see the latest road report attachment for full road and track details at the bottom of this page.

      Attachments: Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Road Report - 26.04.2024 (274KB)

    • Silverband Falls Walk (Grampians National Park)

      Silverband Falls Walking Track - Temporary Walking Grade change

      Silverband Falls walking track has recently reopened after flood damage in Spring 2022. Please note that the track has temporarily changed from a walking Grade 2 to Grade 3 in difficulty which impacts accessibility. Grade 3 includes short steep sections, rough surface areas, and occasional steps. The change is temporary, and Silverband Falls track will be returned to a Grade 2 track via future flood recovery work.

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    Licensed Tour Operators know all the best places to go and will plan and prepare your visit to ensure you are safe and can enjoy your nature-based adventure to the fullest.

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    How we keep it special

    The Greater Gariwerd Landscape Management Plan sets management directions for the landscape over the next 15 years to protect the parks and reserves for current and future generations.

    The Grampians (Gariwerd) Conservation Action Plan provides directions for environmental conservation management across the diverse landscape which includes Grampians National Park. This covers the sandstone peaks, heathlands, forests and wetlands.

    GPT Trailheads upgrades

    To provide more options to access the Grampians Peaks Trail, a range of new and upgraded access points and trailheads are being developed along the trail. The upgrades planned will vary between sites, and may include improved carparking and landscaping, additional water tanks, toilets, visitor and interpretive information about the Gariwerd landscape and culture.

    Mackenzie Falls revitalisation

    To better cater for visitors, including managing visitor safety and potential impacts on the landscape, the Mackenzie Falls area is being revitalised. The project is likely to include improved education and interpretive signage, track improvements and all-abilities access, potential track extensions, safety improvements, new facilities, and parking and congestion management.

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