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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.
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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.
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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.](/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/places-to-see/grampians-national-park/central-grampians-dispersal-area/1-walking-the-pinnacle-grampains-national-park-1920-1124.jpg?thn=0&w=1274&rev=acdaf57059a5461daccb6c67233a8650&bc=FFFFFF&hash=7A89AC179A140647D94184C55B52E009)
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.
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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.
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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](/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/places-to-see/grampians-national-park/where-to-stay/boreang-campground/tent-trees-boreang-campground-grampians-national-park-1920x1124.jpg?thn=0&w=1274&rev=50caf89ea8fb4ce9a888733608d7fff6&bc=FFFFFF&hash=A6ECD9535BB35662984473292535064E)
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](/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/places-to-see/grampians-national-park/where-to-stay/jimmy-creek-campground/tea-car-jimmy-creek-campground-grampians-national-park-1920x1124.jpg?thn=0&w=1274&rev=4cd6fef95cd04c97bb99c55dcd7105d4&bc=FFFFFF&hash=C11A8243EE8A003C2296F39B24466EA5)
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.
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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](/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/places-to-see/grampians-national-park/where-to-stay/stony-creek-new-group-campground/stony-creek-group-area-gpt-grampians-national-park-1920x1124.jpg?thn=0&w=1274&rev=90ff703a69da42ea80fa3d7d98764199&bc=FFFFFF&hash=CEE262BD5761728FD8EFDC2CE868CA90)
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](/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/places-to-see/grampians-national-park/central-grampians-dispersal-area/family-camping-borough-huts-grampians-national-park-1920x1124.jpg?thn=0&w=1274&rev=6aaa8edcb97643b68ee410118f73a6d0&bc=FFFFFF&hash=99E27011443CE1F1ED021837A443F1B6)
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.](/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/places-to-see/grampians-national-park/northern-grampians-dispersal-area/1-camping-mt-stapylton-grampians-national-park-1920x1124.jpg?thn=0&w=1274&rev=c2cba5240d874eb5a15542a95e3a5fc3&bc=FFFFFF&hash=C01C83E7BB36C108ECA0ADA959454A79)
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.
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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](/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/places-to-see/grampians-national-park/where-to-stay/buandik-campground/tent-buandik-campground-grampians-national-park-1920x1124.jpg?thn=0&w=1274&rev=0d96cc8991a7437784c05676f594695f&bc=FFFFFF&hash=A581A908B7F534235F3B4D0F478B9D88)
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.
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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](/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/places-to-see/grampians-national-park/where-to-stay/strachans-campground/tent-fireplace-2-strachans-campground-grampians-national-park-1920x1124.jpg?thn=0&w=1274&rev=9384b5a2d07449c58a0be98bce8e00ba&bc=FFFFFF&hash=5D22A1CB1D1962B87E6C41EEFF6C0A0E)
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](/-/media/project/pv/main/parks/images/places-to-see/grampians-national-park/where-to-stay/troopers-creek-campground/tent-2-troopers-creek-campground-grampians-national-park-1920x1124.jpg?thn=0&w=1274&rev=3a8f8e857a2840bebaf6e552359fec30&bc=FFFFFF&hash=52B29F9C5DEEB6243410114359B8C881)
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.
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.
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Grampians National Park
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 Rock Climbing in Gariwerd link below.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.Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Roads Update 26.07.2024
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 restrictedRoad ClosuresMitchell Rd between Redman Rd and Mt William Picnic Ground Rd.Partial closure of Pohlners Road from Coppermine Track to Roses Gap Road for road grading works.Seasonal ClosuresSeasonal Road Closures are now in place until Thursday 31 October 2024 with signage and gate closures in place.Seasonal road closures are necessary to maintain water quality, protect public safety and prevent erosion during the wetter months, making them vulnerable to damage.See attached Road Report for full list of Seasonal Road Closures.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 - 26.07.2024 (284KB)
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Silverband Falls Walk (Grampians National Park)
Silverband Falls Walking Track - Temporary Walking Grade change
Silverband Falls walking track 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 works -
Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre (Grampians National Park)
Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre – Closures throughout 2024-2025
Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre – Closures throughout 2024-2025· 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 -
Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Grampians National Park – Planned Burns Program
Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) have now completed the Autumn Planned Burns Program in Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park and surrounding reserves. Patrols and some road closure remain in place.Two additional planned burns have been scheduled for Winter (June/July 2024).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-programThe 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 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 FFMVic’s 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/plannedburnsDownload: the VicEmergency AppSet up a watch zone and choose to be notified about planned burns in the ‘alerts’ settingsCall: the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226 and request an interpreter or assistance for hearing difficulties via the National Relay ServiceEmail: 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 the Parks Victoria website: https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/grampians-national-park#change-of-conditionsVisit: Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre – 277 Grampians Road Halls Gap, Ph 8427 2058or for bookings and cancellations advice contact the Parks Victoria Information Centre Ph 13 1963 or email info@parks.vic.gov.auAttachments: Grampians Year 1 JFMP Map (17,972KB)
Tours and adventure experiences in parks
One of the best ways you can get into nature is with a Licensed Tour Operator.
There are more than 400 Licensed Tour Operators across Victoria who are ready and waiting to help you experience and connect with Victoria’s spectacular parks and waterways.
Discover more than 60 different types of nature-based experiences including hiking, mountain biking, boating, four-wheel driving, indigenous culture tours, birdwatching, surfing, diving and so much more.
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.
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.