Stapylton Campground

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Stapylton Campground

Wake to views over Mount Stapylton and Mount Zero before exploring the best of the northern Grampians. Enjoy fantastic views over the rugged northern ranges, discover Aboriginal rock shelters and tackle memorable and beautiful walks.
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The remote and rugged northern Grampians is a quiet alternative to popular Halls Gap. The wide, open spaces of Stapylton Campground offer everything you need for a comfortable stay, and is a favourite grazing spot of the local mob of kangaroos.

The campground features shared fireplaces and picnic tables. There are pit toilets and untreated tank-water is available, however you should bring drinking water with you.

Individual campgrounds need to be booked online in advance and you need to bring your own firewood.

Leading off from the campground, the Mount Stapylton Loop Walk is a great introduction to the iconic landscapes of the Grampians. Meander through dense scrub, dip into forested gullies and scramble over sandstone steps to reach the unforgettable vistas to be had.

A shorter stroll out to the Ngamadjidj Shelter provides a unique insight into the rich Aboriginal history of the region. Tee up your walk with a visit to Brambuk – The National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap to learn about the six seasons of Gariwerd, try your hand at traditional painting methods or treat your taste buds to some bush tucker in the cafe.

Things to do

 
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.
Two people stop for a picnic in front of Mount Zero in the Northern Grampians.

Mount Zero

The northern Grampians National Park is dominated by the Mountt Difficult Range, Mount Stapylton and Mount Zero. Picnic at Mount Zero Picnic Area before tackling the gentle ascent to Flat Rock.

Brambuk The National Park and Culture Centre

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.

How to get there

Stapylton Campground

Mount Stapylton Campground is just over 3-hours drive from Melbourne. Follow the Western Highway to Dadswell Bridge. After approximately 5-kilometres turn onto Wonwondah-Dadswell Bridge Road and head west until you reach Olive Plantation Road. Turn here and follow the road until you reach Stapylton Campground.

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Need to know

Stapylton Campground

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.

  • Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park

    Grampians Bushfires - partial reopening - 29/01/2025

    Since 16 December 2024, several bushfires have impacted large parts of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park. Whilst some of the earlier fires are under control, a considerable effort remains for firefighters to monitor for hot spots and work has begun on impacts assessments, rehabilitation and recovery in those areas.  
     
    On the 27 January 2025 a band of lightning started four new bushfires in the Victoria Range, Asses Ears and Central Grampians area of the National Park. These are currently not under control and large areas of the national park are closed to and ensure visitor and community safety and to support the firefighting effort. 
     
    As of 29 January 2025, some popular areas and visitor sites within the National Park have now been declared safe, and have now re-opened to the public. Please see below for further detail:
     
    Central Grampians, Wonderland Range and Halls Gap visitor areas and day walks now open
    - Brambuk the National Park & Cultural Centre and nearby walks
    - The Wonderland Loop Walk, including The Pinnacle, Venus Baths and Grand Canyon (either from Halls Gap or Wonderland Car Park) 
    - Chatauqua Peak, Clematis Falls and Bullaces Glen
    - Boronia Peak 

    Roads - Open
    - Mount Victory Road – Halls Gap to Wonderland Carpark 
    - Grampians Tourist Road (between Halls Gap and Dunkeld)
    - Victoria Valley Road via Mirranatwa Gap 
     
    Designated rock-climbing areas - open 
    - Halls Gap and Wonderland area sites 56 – 77 

    Camping / Overnight hikes – closed 
    - All vehicle based and Hike-in campgrounds are currently closed. 
     
    The remainder of the National Park, including all visitor sites, walks, activity areas, roads and access tracks remain closed. 
     
    For further park information, visit www.parks.vic.gov.au or call Parks Victoria on 13 1963. For fire related information, be sure to download the VicEmergency app or visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au
     
    Prior to setting out into the national park, visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre. Located 2km south of Halls Gap township, this park visitor centre provides up to date park information and sells maps, brochures and a range of local and Australia wide Aboriginal art and souvenirs. The centre is open 9am to 4pm, 7 days a week. Contact Brambuk at (03) 8427 2258 or brambuk@parks.vic.gov.au

    Note: Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre building is closed for refurbishment. You can still enjoy a stroll around the native gardens and wetlands, or view kangaroos and emus and a range of birds along the Fyans Creek Loop walk.
     
    For regional information and accommodation, contact one of the accredited visitor information centres at Halls Gap, Ararat, Horsham, Dunkeld, Stawell or Hamilton.

    Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Roads Update 29.01.2025

    On Tuesday 28th of January 2025, the State Control Centre declared Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park closed after a series of bushfires started following lightning strikes in the central and Victoria Range areas of the park. This was to ensure visitor and community safety and to support the firefighting effort. These fires are not yet under control.

    The full closure declaration was amended on Wednesday 29th of January 2025. It now entails partial re-openings of some visitor sites, roads and walking tracks in parts of the park that are safe and unaffected by the current bushfire situation.
     
    Recent major road reopening’s include:
     
    - Grampians Tourist Road (all side roads remain closed) from Dunkeld to Halls Gap
    - Mt Victory Road (Halls Gap to Wonderland Carpark only - the remainder of Mt Victory Road is closed)
    - Victoria Valley Road via Mirranatwa Gap
     
    The remainder of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park road network remains closed to ensure visitor/community safety and to support the firefighting effort.

    Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Bushfires

    Since 16 December 2024, several bushfires have impacted large parts of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park. Whilst some of the earlier fires are under control, a considerable effort remains for firefighters to monitor for hot spots and work has begun on impacts assessments, rehabilitation and recovery in those areas.  
     
    On the 27 January 2025 a band of lightning started four new bushfires in the Victoria Range, Asses Ears and Central Grampians area of the National Park. These have now joined to form one large fire which currently not yet under control. Large areas of the national park are closed to and ensure visitor and community safety and to support the firefighting effort. These closed areas include unburnt sections of the Park around Dunkeld, and the Northern Grampians.
     
    Some popular areas and visitor sites within the National Park have been declared safe and are open to the public. Please see below for further detail:
     
    Central Grampians, Wonderland Range and Halls Gap visitor areas and day walks now open
    - Brambuk the National Park & Cultural Centre and nearby walks
    - The Wonderland Loop Walk, including The Pinnacle, Venus Baths and Grand Canyon (either from Halls Gap or Wonderland Car Park) 
    - Chatauqua Peak, Clematis Falls and Bullaces Glen
    - Boronia Peak 

    Roads - Open
    - Mount Victory Road – Halls Gap to Wonderland Carpark 
    - Grampians Tourist Road (between Halls Gap and Dunkeld)
    - Victoria Valley Road via Mirranatwa Gap 
     
    Designated rock-climbing areas - open 
    - Halls Gap and Wonderland area sites 56 – 77 

    Camping / Overnight hikes – closed 
    - All vehicle based and Hike-in campgrounds are currently closed. 
     
    The remainder of the National Park, including all visitor sites, walks, activity areas, roads and access tracks remain closed. 
     
    For further park information, visit www.parks.vic.gov.au or call Parks Victoria on 13 1963. For fire related information, be sure to download the VicEmergency app or visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au. If you see impacted wildlife - call 1300 356 682
     
     
    Prior to setting out into the national park, visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre. Located 2km south of Halls Gap township, this park visitor centre provides up to date park information and sells maps, brochures and a range of local and Australia wide Aboriginal art and souvenirs. The centre is open 9am to 4pm, 7 days a week. Contact Brambuk at (03) 8427 2258 or brambuk@parks.vic.gov.au
     
    Note: Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre building is closed for refurbishment. You can still enjoy a stroll around the native gardens and wetlands, or view kangaroos and emus and a range of birds along the Fyans Creek Loop walk.
     
    For regional information and accommodation, contact one of the accredited visitor information centres at Halls Gap, Ararat, Horsham, Dunkeld, Stawell or Hamilton.

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