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The Balconies Walk (Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park)
Try this gentle walk to the Balconies. Suitable for walkers of all abilities to viewing platforms perched on the edge of overhanging cliffs. Look out over Victoria Valley and the Victoria Range. Misty mornings and sunsets make for optimal photos.
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The Balconies Walk (Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park)
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The Balconies 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 fires permitted
- No horses
- No dogs allowed
- No fishing
- No vehicles
- No camping
- No generators
- No bicycles
- No firearms allowed
Warnings
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Terrain hazards
- Slippery rocks
- Unstable cliffs
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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.
Rockclimbing Access Changes - Centurion Walls, Tortoise Wall
Re-discovery
of cultural heritage at two designated rock-climbing sites in Grampians
(Gariwerd) National Park has resulted in changes to access.
Centurion Walls
Significant Aboriginal cultural values were rediscovered at Lower
Centurion in late 2025. As a result, a partial closure is now in place,
ensuring cultural heritage protection while maintaining modified climbing
access for visitors. On-ground signage at the access track clearly delineates
where climbing is or isn’t permitted.
Visitors are advised:
- Access is closed from the
area north of and including Damage Done. These sites include:
Damage Done, Shades of Black, Liberator, Lexicon, Temuujin, Killer Wolf, Devilled Haircut, Compressor route, Anti-Christ Superstar, Pining for the Fiords, Unknown Route 2, Genghis Khan, Project KP2, Project KP, Kublai Khan, Stone Temptress, Psychotic Episode, Trail of the dead, Flood the Zone, Push it Upstairs, Progressive Happy House.
- All climbs south of and
including In Plain Sight remain open. These climbs include; In Plain Sight, Who
Dreams of Cats, Who Dreams of Cats – short, Nowhere to Hide,
Afterworld, Left Hand Black, Centrifugal Force, Centrifugal Force –
Romanes Eunt Domas (linkup), Romanes Eunt Domas, Black Nobility, Sandpit,
Ton Steine Scherben, Winged Corpse, HCP, Massacres and Maniacs, Lunchbox
Legend, and AA New Rope / New route.
- Access to Upper Centurion
remains unchanged and is via the south end near Winged Corpse.
Tortoise Wall
We’re currently asking visitors to not access the area known as
‘Tortoise Wall’ to avoid causing potential harm to Aboriginal cultural heritage
that was rediscovered in April 2026. A temporary closure is now in place, while
Parks Victoria and Gariwerd Traditional Owners determine a longer-term
management response. Out of respect for this significant cultural landscape,
visitors are requested to not access this area.
For further information visit the 'rock climbing in Gariwerd' web
page https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/grampians-national-park/rock-climbing-in-gariwerd
Mackenzie Falls (Migunang wirab) – Closed for major construction works – 9 February 2026 to midyear 2026
Construction
work at Mackenzie Falls in the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park is underway
and the carpark and precinct is closed to visitors.
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) and the Bluff Lookout
Walk are all closed. We anticipate that construction work will finish
in the second half of the year.
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 Parking
During
construction parking at the popular Zumsteins picnic area will be limited. It is
not recommended for large passenger coaches and long caravans to visit during
construction. Similarly, they should not travel between Mackenzie Falls and
Zumsteins due to the narrow winding road.
A
small amount of parking for campervans, small motorhomes and cars with trailers
is available opposite the Zumsteins Picnic Area car park, however, may not be
available on busy weekends and public holidays.
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 –
There will be no access to the base of Mackenzie Falls from Zumsteins Picnic Area
from 27 April 2026 until construction works are complete. Fish Falls will still
be accessible 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 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.
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.
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.
Mafeking Picnic Ground and Brownings Loop Walk – Temporary closure
Mafeking
Picnic Area and Brownings Loop Walk remain closed to visitors due to damage
from the 2024/25 summer bushfires.
For
more information visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural
Centre in Halls Gap or call 03 8427 2058.
Temporary closure of a Glenelg River Road section – 25 May to 26 June 2026
The section of Glenelg
River Road from the Stony Creek Road intersection to the Boreang Campground
turn off will be closed from Monday 25 May 2026 to Friday 26 June 2026 for
roadworks.
The southern end of the
closure can be accessed via Rose Creek Road. Paddy Castle walk and Boreang
Campground remain open, as does Glenelg River Road, south of Lodge Road.
Mount Victory Road will
have an increased amount of heavy trucks and machinery. Drivers are urged to
slow down and drive with care, particularly in tight corners.
Please refer to the map
provided for detour information.
For further information
please contact Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre Phone 8427 2058.
Strachans Campground –Temporary Closure – 13 April – 25 June 2026
Strachans Campground will
be closed to visitors for major upgrade works from 13 April to 25 June 2026.
Alternative campgrounds 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 Peaks Trail – Helicopter Operations - Major Mitchell Plateau - 29.05.2026
Helicopter
Air-Lift Operations are scheduled along the Grampians Peaks Trail (GPT) in the
Major Mitchell Plateau area (Section C4) on Friday 29 May 2026.
Temporary
‘hold in place’ closures of approximately 15 minutes will be activated as track
repair materials are placed at sites along the central section of the Grampians
Peaks Trail.
Signage
will be installed at trailheads, and contracted staff will be on ground to
assist with the temporary closures. Please follow signage advice and remain
clear of closed areas during operations.
The
operations will only take place under favourable weather conditions.
For
further information, please visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre
in Halls Gap or call 8427 2258.
Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Roads Update 29.05.2026
The Grampians (Gariwerd)
National Park has roads temporarily closed due to bushfire and flood impacts.
Please be aware the
movement of visitors in parts of the National Park is restricted
Ongoing Roadworks
Mt Zero Rd
Grading near
Roses Gap Rd intersection, drive with caution.
Recent
Openings
Mitchell Rd
Recent Closure
Glenelg River
Rd
The section of
Glenelg River Road from the Stony Creek Road intersection to the Boreang
Campground turn off will be closed from Monday 25 May 2026 to Friday 26
June 2026 for roadworks.
The southern
end of the closure can be accessed via Rose Creek Road. Paddy Castle walk and
Boreang Campground remain open, as does Glenelg River Road, south of Lodge
Road.
Likely increased
traffic on Rose Creek Road. Also trucks carting materials near Syphon Road.
Upcoming Seasonal Road
Closures will be in place from 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 -29.05.2026 (236KB)
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
Pest Animal Control Program Scheduled in Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park and Black Range State Park (Burrunj)
Throughout June, a ground shooting
program (involving firearms) will occur throughout Grampians (Gariwerd)
National Park and Black Range State Park
- Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park: Every
week of June
- Black Range State Park (Burrunj): 22nd June and
25 June
The program will be delivered at night
between 6pm to 5am, in remote areas away from busy visitor sites, and will be
carried out by professionals under strict conditions to ensure practices are
safe, effective, and humane.
There will be no visitor site closures
as part of this operation. Areas will be thoroughly assessed and swept prior,
but there may be signage in place to notify visitors of the operation occurring
in the surrounding area.
Target species include deer and goats
which cause serious damage to native plants, animals, and habitat by trampling
and destroying plants, increasing grazing pressure, ring-barking young trees,
fouling waterholes, causing soil erosion, and spreading weeds. Introduced
predators (foxes and cats) prey on small mammals and reptiles and impact the
ability of these species to recover from bushfire events.
For further information, please contact
Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre at brambuk@parks.vic.gov.au