If you see sick or dead birds or other wildlife, do not touch them. Avoid direct contact. Record what you see. Report it to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.

Visit Agriculture Victoria's website for more information.

Mackenzie Falls Lookout Walk (Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park)

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Mackenzie Falls Lookout Walk (Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park)

Mackenzie Falls Lookout Walk is an easy walk that meanders through twisted stringybark forest before opening to impressive views over looking MacKenzie Falls. See the Mackenzie River tumble down the sheer cliff-face in to the deep pool below.

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Mackenzie Falls Lookout Walk (Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park)

Mackenzie Falls Lookout Walk (Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park)

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Mackenzie Falls Lookout Walk (Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park)

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

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. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

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.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • No generators
  • No bicycles
  • No motorised vehicles, including electric bikes or scooters allowed on management vehicle only paths, tracks or roads
  • No firearms allowed
  • No vehicles
  • No dogs allowed
  • No camping
  • No fires permitted
  • No horses
  • No fishing

Warnings

  • Other warnings
    • Trees may fall take care
    • Limbs may fall take care

Be Prepared

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. Find out more.

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.

The Fortress Walk and Hike-in Campground – Temporary closure

The Fortress Walk and The Fortress Hike-in Camp remain closed to visitors due to track damage from the 2024/25 summer bushfires.

For more information on alternate walks in the western section of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap or call 03 8427 2058.

The Chimney Pots Walk – Temporary closure

The Chimney Pots Walk remains closed to visitors due to track damage from the 2024/25 summer bushfires.

For more information on alternate walks in the western section of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap or call 03 8427 2058.

Red Gum Walk – Temporary closure

The Red Gum Walk remains closed to visitors due to track damage from the 2024/25 summer bushfires.

For more information on alternate walks in the western section of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap or call 03 8427 2058.
 

Mackenzie Falls (Migunang wirab) - Upcoming closure for major construction works – 9 February 2026 to the end of 2026

This update is to provide information for the planned construction work at Mackenzie Falls in the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, and closures while the works happen.
 
The works at Mackenzie Falls precinct includes the construction of a new viewing platform at the base of the falls, upgrades to the carpark and the Bluff Lookout Walk and other important safety improvements to stabilise rock and improve walking tracks.

The Mackenzie Falls carpark and all walking tracks in the precinct including Broken Falls Walk, Mackenzie Falls Walk to the base (from the carpark), the Bluff Lookout Walk, and parts of Mackenzie Falls River Walk will close when construction starts on Monday, 9 February, 2026, and we anticipate that construction work will finish by the end of 2026.
 
The carpark will be a construction site throughout the works period with large machinery operating and materials being stored on site.  There will be no access for all vehicles or visitors at Mackenzie Falls Precinct during construction.  
 
Zumsteins Picnic Area
When construction works start at Mackenzie Falls precinct, parking at the popular Zumstein picnic area will be limited, especially for large vehicles (buses and caravans) during weekends and holiday periods.
 
Zumsteins to Fish Falls – This popular walk to the beautiful Fish Falls is a 1.5 to 2 hour return walk (Grade 3) – walkers should have a reasonable fitness level, carry water and wear sturdy walking shoes as the track can be rocky with uneven surfaces and some steep sections.
 
Mackenzie River Walk
From May 2026 until works are complete, the base of Mackenzie Falls will not be accessible via the Mackenzie River Walk from Zumsteins Picnic Area.

For further information on the Mackenzie Falls (Migunang wirab) project visit https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/projects/western-victoria/mackenzie-falls-revitalisation

Popular day visitor sites such as Reeds Lookout, the Balconies, Boroka Lookout, Silverband Falls and various walks with large bus carparking will still be available. For further information on the Mackenzie Falls River Walk contact Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap (Ph 8427 2058).
 
Please keep up to date with closures through the Change of Conditions page for Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park.
 

Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Roads Update 28.08.2026

 
The Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park has roads temporarily closed due to bushfire and weather impacts.
Please observe road closures, hazard signage and always drive to conditions.

Seasonal Road Closures are now in place from the 9 June 2026 to 29 October 2026.

Please refer to the attached up-to-date road report below.

Attachments: Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Road Report 28.08.2026 (229KB)

Billimina Walk – Temporary closure

Billimina Walk and Rock Art Shelter remain closed to visitors due to track damage from the 2024/25 summer bushfires.

An alternative walk in this area is the Manja Walk to the Manja Shelter, which is an Aboriginal Rock Art site in the Victoria Range.

For more information visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap or call 03 8427 2058.

Strachans Campground Closed for Upgrades

Strachans Campground will be closed to visitors between 13 April and 29 October 2026 while major upgrade works are completed. 

Alternative campgrounds such as Buandik or Boreang Campground can be booked at https://bookings.parks.vic.gov.au/book

For further information contact Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap (Ph 8427 2058).
 

Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park and Black Range (Burrunj) State Park - Temporary Closures – Wednesday 9 September to Friday 11 September 2026

Aerial pest control operations will take place over three days at Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park & Black Range (Burrunj) State Park.
 
Weather permitting, temporary park closures will be in place from Wednesday 9 September to Friday 11 September 2026 for the duration of operations.
 
The program will be delivered during daylight hours and will be carried out by professionals under strict conditions to ensure practices are safe, effective, and humane.
 
Areas will be thoroughly assessed and swept prior to any operations, and there will be rangers at key closures, in addition to signage, to notify visitors of the operation occurring in the surrounding area. 
 
The Grampians Peaks Trail (GPT) and GPT Hike-in Campgrounds will be buffered out of the operations areas.
 
The primary target species are predators (foxes) and herbivores (deer and goats). Deer cause serious damage by trampling native vegetation, increasing grazing pressure post-bushfire, ring-barking young trees, fouling waterholes, causing soil erosion, and spreading weeds.
 
Please see Aerial Operations Map below and attached Fact Sheet.
 
If you require further information, please contact Brambuk the National Park Information Centre on 8427 2058 and stay up to date with park closures by visiting Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park

 

Attachments: Aerial Operation Fact Sheet September 2026 (585KB)

Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre – Building Upgrades in 2026

The Cultural Centre is closed for refurbishment.
 
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.
 
Building upgrades are essential to ensure the centre meets current services requirements, accessibility, and compliance to current building regulation. New visitor experiences and activation opportunities including Aboriginal arts, community events and cultural exhibitions are being explored as Brambuk moves towards operation by a Gariwerd Traditional Owner entity.
 
The National Park Information Centre and gift shop remain open.
 
For 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 2058

For Junior Ranger School holiday programs visit https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/things-to-do/junior-rangers

For a list of Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park Licensed Tour Operators Visit https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/lto

Further 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

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