MacKenzie Falls Lookout Walk (Grampians National Park)

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MacKenzie Falls Lookout Walk (Grampians 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 National Park)

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MacKenzie Falls Lookout Walk (Grampians National Park)

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.

All abilities access

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

No camping
No firearms allowed
No fires permitted
No fishing
No generators
No horses
No swimming
No vehicles
No bicycles
No dogs, cats, pets allowed

Warnings

Other warnings
Limbs may fall take care

Trees 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.

Grand Canyon Walking Track Party 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.

Major Mitchell Plateau Partly Closed

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 further notice.

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

Email: info@parks.vic.gov.au

Online campground bookings: www.parkstay.vic.gov.au

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.

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.

European Wasps at Troopers Creek Campground

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.

Public access restrictions at Taipan Wall and Bundaleer

Protection zones restricting public access have been put in place to protect Aboriginal cultural heritage at the areas known as Bundaleer and Taipan Wall. Further information is available in this information sheet (PDF).