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Stony Creek Campground
Nestled amongst the native pines and rocky outcrops near the towering peaks of Mt Rosea, this hike-in camping area is perfect for schools and groups undertaking the Grampians Peaks Trail and other overnight walks in the Wonderland and Mt Rosea areas.
Stony Creek Campground is a designated group hike-in area that offers eight timber tent platforms, each accommodating up to two people.
Bookings are for exclusive use of the site, and available for groups no larger than 16 people.
Campground facilities include non-flush toilet, communal gathering area, day use shelter and untreated water tanks. Whilst there is untreated rainwater tanks at this campground, we cannot guarantee there will be water.
Vehicle access and parking is available off Stony Creek Road for high clearance 4WD vehicles. Gate keys are provided by Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre upon confirmation of a booking.
Additional bush camps may be available along Stony Creek road and are allocated on a first in first served basis. Groups are required to register their overnight walks by completing an Education Group Activity Statement prior to arrival.
Things to do
The Pinnacle walks
Zumsteins Historic Area
Brambuk The National Park and Culture Centre
Grampians Peaks Trail
How to get there
Stony Creek Campground
Sites
When you're there
Pay a visit to Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap, there you will find a range of guides which will help you to make the most of your visit to the Grampians. You can also learn about the rich Aboriginal culture of Gariwerd.
Download the Grampians National Park visitor guide to get the most out of your park visit.
Need to know
Stony Creek Campground
Safety tips for a great visit
Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.
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.
Bushfire awareness
Stony Creek Campground in the Grampians National Park is in the Wimmera fire district. Bushfire safety is a personal responsibility. Anyone entering the park during the bushfire season needs to stay aware of forecast weather conditions. Check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at emergency.vic.gov.au, on the Vic Emergency App or call the Vic Emergency Hotline 1800 226 226.
No fires may be lit on Total Fire Ban days. On Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating days this park will be closed for public safety. Closure signs will be erected but do not expect an official warning.
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
The Balconies Walk and Reeds Lookout carpark
The walk to the Balconies from Reed Lookout carpark is closed for track repair works from Monday 12th of May to Friday 23rd May 2025.The Reeds Lookout carpark will be closed from Monday 12th of May to Tuesday 13th of May 2025. The closure extends to Mount Victory Rd to support heavy vehicle material carting.From Wednesday 14th of May 2025 to Friday 23rd May 2025, the Reeds Lookout carpark will reopen with 50 percent fewer parking spaces and limited turnaround space for vehicles towing trailers.Coppermine 4WD Track Partial Closure
Partial closure of Coppermine Track 21-23 May 2025Coppermine Track will be partially closed between Coppermine Campground and Mt Zero Rd from Wednesday 21 May until Fri 23 May 2025 for roadworks.Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Roads Update 20.05.2025
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 (most side roads remain closed), Mt Victory Rd, Sundial Rd, Silverband Rd, Roses Gap Rd, Mt Zero Rd and Victoria Valley Rd.Please refer to the attached up-to-date road report below.Attachments: Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Road Report - 20.05.2025 (217KB)
The Pinnacle Walk from Wonderland Carpark
Track repair works will take place on the Pinnacle Walk (halfway along in the Bridal Veil Falls area) from Monday 12th of May to Friday 23rd May 2025. The walk will remain open however visitors may experience delays. The Forest Loop Walk turn off near the works area offers an alternative route to access the Pinnacle Lookout.Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Bushfire Reopening Update – May 2025
The impact of the 2024/2025 summer fires in Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park was widespread. It resulted in the closure of many popular visitor sites including campgrounds, picnic areas, a large network of roads and walking tracks (including sections of the Grampians Peaks Trail).Parks Victoria is now progressing with large scale fire recovery works across the park. To complement these, a staged re-opening of visitor sites is being implemented.The sites, which have reopened from April 18, 2025 are:· Silverband Falls Walk and Silverband Road· Balconies walk· Sundial carpark and the walk to the Pinnacle and Lakeview lookout walk (Sundial Peak remains closed)· Boroka Track Walk· Jimmy Creek and Wannon Crossing Campgrounds· Kalymna Campground and Kalymna Walk· Griffin Trailhead to Cassidy Gap Rd (Grampians Peaks Trail) – Walkers can now access this area by either pick up or drop off at Grampians Tourist Rd. The Griffin Fireline Track remains closed to vehicles but open to walkers accessing the Grampians Peaks Trail via the Griffin Trailhead.For more detailed information please see the attached Park Update on “what is open” and “what is closed’ in the park.Attachments: GNP Park Update May 2025 (556KB)
Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park – Fire Recovery Update – May 2025
The impact of the 2024/2025 summer fires in the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park was widespread. Parks Victoria is now progressing with large scale fire recovery works across the park. For more detailed information, please see the attached Fire Recovery Update May 2025.Attachments: GNP Fire Recovery Newsletter May 2025 (1,327KB)
Run The Gap 2025 - Fun Run Event – Halls Gap and surrounds
Run the Gap 2025 is an annual fun run being held in Halls Gap and surrounding areas of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park on Sunday May 25th, 2025.Schedule7:30am – 21km run8:10am – 12km run8:30am - 6km run8:35am - 6km walkThe trail running courses will be held on several walking tracks, with marshalled road crossings and event stations in place at several visitor sites.For more detail on the event including start and finish locations for each distance visit:If you are visiting the area on these dates and require more detailed information, contact Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre on (03) 8427 2258. -
Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre (Brambuk - The National Park and Cultural Centre Park, Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park)
Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre – Closures during 2025
Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre – Closures during 2025· Cultural tours, activities and venue hire currently unavailable.· Park information centre and gift shop remain open.Parks Victoria is working with a strategic partnership committee of Gariwerd Traditional Owners from Barengi Gadjin Land Council, Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation, and Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation to ‘reimagine’ the future of Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre.The reimagining project aims to renew Traditional Owner management arrangements of the Brambuk precinct and includes careful consideration of the tourism and visitor experiences, commercial opportunities, cultural education and training programs that may be available in the future. As part of this project, there are also building upgrades and refurbishments that require the Cultural Centre to be closed during 2024-25. However, the park information centre, gift shop and self-guided walks remain available.For Junior Ranger School holiday programs visit https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/things-to-do/junior-rangersFor a list of Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park Licensed Tour Operators Visit https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/ltoFor up-to-date national park information, brochures, maps, permits and access advice contact information staff at Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre info@parks.vic.gov.au or phone 8427 2058Further details on the Brambuk Reimagining project can be found on the Parks Victoria website https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/projects/western-victoria/brambuk-cultural-centre-upgrade