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.
Get a sample of the Grampians Peaks Trail with one of our suggested day walks. Explore the ancient, rugged landscape of Gariwerd and discover the natural beauty of the Grampians National Park.
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.
Mt Stapylton Loop
Mt Zero Picnic Area or alternatively from Stapylton Campground
Loop: 9.7km, 4 - 5hrs
Grade 4 (Hard): Challenging steep sections, rock hopping, slippery surfaces and exposed rocky outcrops.
Start: Mt Zero Picnic Area, Mt Zero Road.
Follow Grampians Peaks Trail markers for 500m up ‘Flat Rock’ to an outcrop overlooking the Stapylton Amphitheatre and the spectacular orange-coloured Taipan Wall. Continue downhill to the next track junction where the Loop walk begins. You will return to this point later.
Keep left and continue 1.3km before beginning to climb steadily up and over rocky terraces, passing ‘bird rock’.
At the Mt Stapylton summit intersection take the 600m return walk to the lower area before continuing south along the Grampians Peaks Trail. The track winds its way up, over and under rocky outcrops for the next 2.3km.
At the next track junction follow signs leaving the Grampians Peaks Trail and head west, downhill towards Pohlners Road and the Stapylton Campground track junction where the track heads north-west for 3km leading back into the Stapylton Amphitheatre and back on to the Grampians Peaks Trail.
This concludes the loop and you return to Mt Zero Picnic Area via Flat Rock.
Lower Waterfalls of Gar (Mt Difficult)
Troopers Creek Campground Return walk: 4.2km. 2 hours
Grade 3 (Medium): Steep sections. Steep rock steps and walking track, creek crossings, slippery rocks, and exposed cliff edges. Note: the walking track beyond the falls and on to Gar (Mt Difficult) and Briggs Bluff is Grade 4: Hard. For fit, experienced and prepared walkers only.
Start: From Troopers Creek Campground. A series of seasonal waterfalls that are best seen after rain. Spectacular views from rocky lookouts.
Follow the creek side track steadily uphill for 1.8km past the first small waterfall spilling from a wave-shaped rock. Continue on upwards enjoying fine views to finish at the base of the third waterfall. Return via the same route.
Lake Wartook Lookout
Mt Difficult Road Return walk: 1.1km, 40 minutes
Grade 3 (Medium): Uneven surfaces, slippery rocks, exposed cliff edges.
Start: Lake Wartook Lookout, Mt Difficult Road. Approximately 4.5km north of Boroka Lookout carpark.
From the roadside you will walk west before climbing steadily up rock staircases and over rocky terraces to finally climb through a narrow rocky slot onto the summit. Return via the same route.
Lake Wartook Lookout to Halls Gap
Mt Difficult Road
One-way: 10.9km, 3-4 hours
Vehicle drop/shuffle required or 20.7km return, 6-7 hours
Grade 4 (Hard): Challenging steep sections, rock hopping, slippery surfaces and exposed rocky outcrops.
Start: Lake Wartook Lookout, Mt Difficult Road. Note: unsealed road access to the lookout car park requires higher clearance vehicles. Limited parking available.
From Lake Wartook Lookout follow the Grampians Peaks Trail south for 1.1km to cross the Mt Difficult Road and for 2km walk through low forest before taking steep descending steps into taller forest. It is a gradual downhill walk south via the Chatauqua Peak saddle, Clematiss Falls and the Botanic Gardens into Halls Gap.
Signal Peak
Mt Abrupt Carpark
Return walk: 7.8km, 3 - 4 hours
Grade 4 (Hard): Challenging steep sections, rock hopping, slippery surfaces and exposed rocky outcrops.
Start: Mt Abrupt Carpark. Cross the Grampians Tourist Road and follow the signs to Mt Abrupt and Signal Peak. The track steadily rises through low forest, crossing several landslides that occurred in 2011.
Turn right after 1.7km at the track junction. Signal Peak is 2.2km from here. Follow the track for 2.2km as it winds below a rocky escarpment and through a saddle with tall trees. From the saddle the track climbs up onto the drier western slopes of Signal Peak passing through heathy vegetation before finally reaching the summit at an elevation of 780m.
More Grampians Peaks Trail experiences
Grampians Peaks Trail
The Pinnacle walks
Overnight Hikes
Brambuk The National Park and Cultural Centre
Grampians Peaks Trail Day Walks
This area is well known for its wildlife. Keep an eye out for:
How to get there
Day walks
The Grampians Peaks Trail currently starts and finishes in Halls Gap, which is a good starting point for anyone looking to walk or hike any of the trails in the Grampians National Park. The 260 km drive to Halls Gap from Melbourne along the Western or Glenelg Highways takes about 3 hours. There are approaches to Halls Gap via Stawell, Ararat or Dunkeld.
When you're there
Local Visitor Information Centres can assist with accommodation, walk, dining, tours, activities, festivals, events and Licensed Tour Operators.
Go to www.visitgrampians.com.au to explore the many possibilities available.
Grampians Peaks Trail Day Walks fact sheet
Download the Grampians Peaks Trail Day Walks fact sheet to find out more information about the walks and maps.
Bushwalking tips
A range of detailed walking guides including maps are available from Brambuk The National Park and Cultural Centre, Halls Gap and other visitor outlets in nearby towns.
Here are a few planning tips to keep you safe and prepared:
- Plan your walk to match the weather, your fitness, hiking skills and experience.
- Take a backpack with maps, food, water, protective clothing, first aid and navigation gear.
- Wear boots or shoes with strong grip, wear layered clothing suited to the weather.
- Strong winds, low temperatures and heavy rain/squalls can occur any time of year.
- In Winter temperatures can be below 0°C. Navigation is difficult in white-out conditions.
- In Summer and Autumn temperatures are often above 40°C. Have a personal bushfire plan.
- Keep an eye on track markers. Stop and seek shelter if you are unsure of your location.
- If walking alone or in remote areas, ensure you have your own emergency contact in place.
- Ensure your contacts know your start, finish times and locations.
- Always leave early in the morning and plan to return before dark.
- Walking tracks may involve rock steps, uneven and slippery track surfaces, water crossings and rock hopping.
- There are steep cliffs throughout the Grampians, please stay on clearly marked trails, avoid clifftop selfies, and supervise children at all times.
Caring for the national park
- There are no rubbish bins - reduce your use of disposable items and take all of your rubbish home with you.
- Dogs and domestic pets are not permitted anywhere in the Grampians National Park, including in your car.
Be fire ready
Ensure you have a personal fire plan. Source a copy of the Fire Danger Information Sheet. Available from Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre and local Visitor Information Centres.
For emergency updates and fire information call 1800 226 226, listen to local radio (94.1FM, 89.3FM, 91.7FM or 594AM), download the VicEmergency phone app or visit emergency.vic.gov.au
The Grampians National Park overlaps the Wimmera and South West fire districts.
Need to know
Day walks
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.
Although the walks on this page are not suitable, a TrailRider all-terrain wheelchair and volunteers are now available for park visitors with limited mobility to explore the natural beauty of other parts of the 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 service is free of charge, however, please book a week in advance. To book the TrailRider please contact the Volunteer Coordinator on (03) 8427 3541 or 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.
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Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park
Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Roads Update 12.03.2025
The Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park has many roads temporarily closed due to the recent bushfires. Please be aware the movement of visitors in parts of the National Park is restricted.Key roads open include Grampians Tourist Rd (all side roads remain closed), Mt Victory Rd, Roses Gap Rd, Mt Zero Rd and the Mirranatwa Gap end of Victoria Valley Rd.Please refer to the attached up-to-date road report below.Attachments: Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Road Report - 12.03.2025 (225KB)
Tandara Step Project - Fyans Creek (Barri yalug) Track - Temporary Closure
From Monday 17th March 2025, Wildtracks are commencing works on the Fyans Creek (Barri yalug) Track between the end of Tandara Rd and the Terraces Fireline). Wildtracks will take approximately 2 weeks with this section of the track temporarily closed or detoured around on the Terraces Fireline in accordance with the progress of works. Boronia Peak remains accessible from the northern end of the Fyans Creek (Barri yalug) Track.Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Bushfires Reopening Update - 17.03.2025
Since 16 December 2024, several bushfires have impacted large parts of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park including the Serra, Mount William and Victoria Ranges, Victoria Valley, Wallaby Rocks and central corridor areas.The fires are now listed as ‘under control’, however large areas of the National Park remain closed to support ongoing fire recovery operations and to ensure visitor and community safety.Most visitor sites within the non-fire affected areas of the National Park are now re-opened to the public. This includes walking tracks, campgrounds (vehicle based and hike-in), overnight hikes, designated climbing areas, roads, access tracks and picnic areas. The re-opened visitor areas are listed below.Central Grampians, Wonderland Range and Halls Gap area• Brambuk the National Park & Cultural Centre and nearby walks• Boroka Lookout, Reeds Lookout, Mackenzie Falls and Zumsteins Picnic Area• Smiths Mill Campground• The Wonderland Area, including The Pinnacle, Venus Baths and Grand Canyon• Chatauqua Peak, Clematis Falls and Bullaces Glen• Boronia Peak and Fyans Creek LoopNorthern Grampians• Mount Zero, Mount Stapylton, Hollow Mountain and Mount Difficult (Gar) walks• Grampians Peaks Trail between Mount Zero and Halls Gap• Barigar, Gar and Werdug Hike-in campgrounds• Stapylton Campground• Troopers Creek Campground• Coppermine 4X4 Campground (and nearby school group camping areas)• Plantation CampgroundSouthern Grampians• Mt Abrupt (Mud-Dadjug), Mt Sturgeon (Wurgarri) Piccaninny (Bainggug), and Signal Peak walks• Grampians Peaks Trail between Dunkeld and Cassidy Gap Road• Djardji-djawara and Mud-Dadjug Hike-in campgroundsDesignated rock-climbing areas• Hollow Mountain, Mount Stapylton, Halls Gap and Wonderland area sites: 1 – 77Roads• Key roads including Grampians Tourist Rd, Mount Victory Rd, Roses Gap Rd, Mount Zero Rd are all open• For more information on road closures, visit the VicTraffic website ww.traffic.transport.vic.gov.auFor detailed road information refer to the updated road report under ‘change of conditions’ Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park
Closed Areas• Refer to the attached map for closed areas of the National Park.Prior to setting out into the National Park, visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre. Located 2km south of Halls Gap township, this centre provides up to date park information and sells maps, brochures and a range of Aboriginal art and souvenirs. The centre is open 9am to 4pm, 7 days a week. Contact Brambuk at (03) 8427 2258 or email brambuk@parks.vic.gov.au
For further park information, call Parks Victoria on 13 1963.For fire related information, download the VicEmergency app or visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au.If you see impacted wildlife - call 1300 356 682.Attachments: 20250217_1200_Wimmera19_GrampiansNP_ParkClosureMap_A3P_20022025000048861 (3,736KB)