First Wannon Hiker Camp-Major Mitchell Plateau

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    First Wannon Hiker Camp-Major Mitchell Plateau

    First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area is a small bush camp situated in a saddle at the headwaters of the First Wannon Creek. This site is for overnight hikers traversing the Major Mitchell Plateau. Surrounded by stunted eucalypts and sub-alpine vegetation, it provides shelter from the changeable Plateau weather.
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    First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area is a small bush camp situated in a saddle at the headwaters of the First Wannon Creek. This site is for overnight hikers traversing the Major Mitchell Plateau. Surrounded by stunted eucalypts and sub-alpine vegetation, it provides shelter from the changeable plateau weather.

    Located 1000m above sea level, far from civilisation or roads, you will share this campground with the occasional Peregrine Falcon, Black Footed Swamp Wallaby or other small marsupial. There are sweeping views of the Mt William and Serra Ranges stretching right across the plateau. Keep an eye out for the beautiful Banksia saxicola plants that flower during autumn.

    First Wannon Hiker Camp can accommodate a maximum of 16 people in one designated area. A camping permit is required for each individual and is bookable online. A Trip Intention Form or Group Activity Statement must be lodged with Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre at least two weeks prior to undertaking this overnight hike.

    One drop toilet is provided. However it is infrequently serviced. Campers must be self-sufficient, prepared for severe weather and remote area walking and should adopt a minimal impact approach. No camp fires are permitted - small fuel stoves only.

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    How to get there

    First Wannon Hiker Camp-Major Mitchell Plateau

    First Wannon is a hike-in camping area, so you'll need to leave your car somewhere. The best access points are via Sheep Hills Carpark (12.7 km walk away), Mt. William Carpark (6.8 km), or Jimmy Creek Campground (12 km).
    First Wannon Hiker Camp-Major Mitchell Plateau

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    When you're there

    Download the Grampians National Park visitor guide and the Overnight Hiking Trip Intention Form before you go. 

    Camping & accommodation

    First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area is a small bush camp situated in a saddle at the headwaters of the First Wannon Creek. This site is for overnight hikers traversing the Major Mitchell Plateau.
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    Need to know

    First Wannon Hiker Camp-Major Mitchell Plateau

    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.

    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.

    • Stony Creek Group Camping Area (Grampians National Park)

      Temporary Relocation of Stony Creek Group Camping Area

      Due to Grampians Peaks Trail upgrade works, Stony Creek Group Camping Area (Campground) has been temporarily relocated approximately 1.5 km to the east along Stony Creek Road.

      Toilets and signage have been moved to this location.

      This arrangement will remain in place until mid-2020.

      All campers are required to stay at the new location. Camping is not permitted without a permit. 

      Attachments: Stony Creek Group Camping Area Temporary Relocation Map (269KB)

    • First Wannon Hike-in Camping Area (Grampians National Park)

      Major Mitchell Plateau Partial Closure

      The Major Mitchell Plateau walking track is closed between First Wannon Hiker Camp and Jimmy Creek Campground due to Grampians Peaks Trail Works. First Wannon Hiker Camp remains open as a return walk from Sheep Hills Carpark, Mt William Carpark or Kalymna Campground. This closure will remain in place until mid-2020.

    • Notices Affecting Multiple Parks

      Seasonal road closures 2020

      Some roads in this park are subject to seasonal road closures. Seasonal road closures generally operate after the long weekend in June through to the end of October, but may be extended due to seasonal conditions. View the list of 2020 seasonal road closures for details and check the corresponding map numbers with the seasonal road closure 2020 index map for locations of the closures or visit the seasonal road closures page for more information.

    • Grand Canyon Loop Walk (Grampians National Park)

      Grand Canyon Walking Track Partly Closed

      The Grand Canyon walking track is partly closed until further notice due to structural concerns with a staircase.

      The Grand Canyon remains open as a return walk from Wonderland Carpark.

      Access to the Pinnacle from Wonderland Carpark remains open via the western track that bypasses the Grand Canyon.

    • Grampians National Park

      Zumsteins Shortcut Track Closed

      Zumsteins Shortcut Track will be closed from the 1st of July 2020 for up to two weeks to allow for road maintenance.

      European Wasps at Troopers Creek Campground

      Significant European Wasp populations have been identified at Troopers Creek Campground. Treatment is currently occurring to control these populations. Please be mindful when in the area.

      Park Access Update - 03/07/2020

      Download the latest Grampians National Park Access Update to find out what is closed or has restricted access in the park.

      Attachments: Grampians Access Update 3rd July 2020 (189KB)

      Road Report - 03/07/2020

      Download the latest Road Report to find out the condition of roads across the park.

      Attachments: Grampians NP Road Report - 3rd July 2020 (107KB)

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

      Temporary Closure: Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre

      As of the 1st of July 2020, Parks Victoria has temporarily taken on management of Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre.

      The centre will remain closed while Parks Victoria undertakes due diligence in assessing infrastructure, facilities and conducts essential works. 

      Parks Victoria will be delivering essential park information and support services for visitors and licensed tour operators by phone, email and online, including campground bookings, school group activity statements and trip intention processes.

      Visitors seeking park information in person are asked to visit the Halls Gap Visitor Information Centre.

      Parks Victoria contact details during this period:
      Phone: 13 1963
      Online campground bookings: www.parkstay.vic.gov.au 

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