Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park

Visitor Guide

Welcome to Grampians National Park, known traditionally as Gariwerd, where you can experience
significant Aboriginal culture in one of Australia’s most iconic natural places. Explore the natural beauty of
Gariwerd, from its world famous hiking trails, majestic waterfalls, stunning spring wildflowers and awe-
inspiring mountain views. Cross paths with kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas and native birds. Parks Victoria
respects the deep and continuing connection that the Jadawadjali and Djab Wurrung Traditional Owners
have to the lands and waters of Gariwerd, and we recognise their ongoing role in caring for Country.

Billimina Shelter. More challenging day walks include Mt Abrupt

Getting there (Mud-dadjug), Mt Sturgeon (Wurgam) and The Chimney Pots.
Gariwerd is located in west Victoria, a three-hour (260km) drive
Grampians Peaks Trail
from Melbourne and a five-hour (460km) drive from Adelaide. Easily
accessible from Halls Gap and Dunkeld and a short distance to the This spectacular trail is a 164km, multi day walking experience that
regional towns of Hamilton, Horsham, Stawell and Ararat. showcases the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park. The trail is a 13
day/ 12 night hiking experience from Mt Zero in the north to
Things to see and do Dunkeld in the south and provides many options, from overnight to
multi day itineraries. For further information call into Brambuk - The
Brambuk - The National Park and Cultural Centre National Park and Cultural Centre or visit parks.vic.gov.au.
Make Brambuk your first stop before exploring Gariwerd. Visit the Camping
National Park information centre for the latest walking, camping and Campgrounds with fees must be booked online prior to arriving.
touring information. A unique range of souvenirs and park maps are
Visit parkstay.vic.gov.au or call 13 1963.
available in the gift shop. The onsite café offers a selection of
delicious food and drinks, with options to dine indoors or outside to Campground $
enjoy nature at its finest. A series of self-guided walks through the
Brambuk wetlands and native gardens provide a glimpse of the Boreang
12 11 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Secluded, unsealed access
native plants and animals of Gariwerd.
Borough Huts
Please note, the Cultural Centre building is currently closed for 30 5 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Popular, sealed access
upgrades and these works are expected to be ongoing between Buandik
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2022-2024. The information centre and café remain open. Located Rock art, unsealed access
2km south of Halls Gap, the centre is open daily 9am - 5pm (closed Coppermine
0 4 ✓ ✓ ✓
Christmas Day). Secluded 4WD access
Jimmy Creek
Bushwalking 13 8 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Popular, sealed access
Pick up a walking map from Brambuk - The National Park and Kalymna
5 0 ✓ ✓
Cultural Centre and plan a walk to match your fitness and Secluded, unsealed access
experience. Always pack for the weather: water, food, clothes and Smiths Mill
22 11 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Central, sealed access
equipment. Adjust your day to the weather conditions and have a
Stapylton
bushfire plan. 11 6 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Popular, unsealed access
Central Grampians Area Strachans
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Secluded, unsealed access
Popular walks accessible via sealed roads between Halls Gap and Troopers Creek
Wartook include Boroka Lookout, Reed Lookout, the Balconies, 9 4 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Variety of sites, sealed access
Lakeview Lookout and Venus Baths. More challenging half day walks Wannon Crossing
6 1 ✓ ✓ ✓
include the Pinnacle, Mt Rosea and Mackenzie Falls. Small, sealed access
Plantation*
Northern Grampians Area 20 30 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
State Forest, unsealed access
Access is mainly via unsealed roads. Roses Gap Road is sealed. *Dogs on-lead are permitted at Plantation Campground only (State forest areas).
Easier walks include Ngamadjidj and Gulgurn Manja Shelters, Dispersed bush camping
Heatherlie Quarry and Beehive Falls.
See hatched areas on map for permitted dispersed camping zones.
More challenging and remote hikes include Hollow Mountain
 No campfires – fuel stoves only
(Wudjub-guyun), Mt Stapylton (Gunigalg) and Mt Difficult (Gar).
 Do not clear vegetation – camp in clearings
Southern Grampians Area  Camp at least 25m from streams and 1km from park visitor sites
Accessed via sealed and unsealed roads. Easier walks include  Use toilets or dig a hole at least 20cm deep (away from streams)
Bainggug (The Piccaninny), Manja Shelter, Brownings Loop and  Leave no trace of your visit – take all rubbish home.

Parks Victoria
Phone 13 1963
www.parks.vic.gov.au
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To Horsham
15km Gulgurn Manja Shelter
Hollow Mt Carpark
Mt Zero Picnic Area To Horsham
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and road conditions or cause temporary
Mt Abrupt closures. Please check current closures at
See Mt Abrupt map www.parks.vic.gov.au, Brambuk the
The Piccaninny National Park and Cultural Centre or local
Mt Sturgeon H WY Visitor Information Centres.
To Hamilton
10km
To Hamilton Dunkeld GLENELG
To Lake Bolac
25 km 35km

Dispersed camping
Parking Camping Highway Main tourist roads
not permitted
Information Aboriginal site Main road Walking track Mountain/peak/hill
Management vehicles/
Disabled access Lookout Sealed road Mgmt. vehicle gate
walkers
Toilets Visitor Info Centre Unsealed road Grampians National Park Seasonal gate

Picnic area 4WD track Other park/reserve

www.parks.vic.gov.au
Disclaimer: Parks Victoria does not guarantee that this data is without flaw of any kind and therefore disclaims all 0 10 20 Kilometres
liability which may arise from you relying on this information. Cartography by Parks Victoria September 2019.
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Disclaimer: Parks Victoria does not guarantee that this data is without flaw of any kind and therefore disclaims all liability which
may arise from you relying on this information. Data source acknowledgements: State Digital Mapbase. The State of Victoria and
the Department of Environment and Primary Industries. Cartography by Parks Victoria September 2019.
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Rock climbing, abseiling and bouldering Wildlife
The park provides habitat for at least 230 bird, 40 mammal, 30
For more than 22,000 years, Gariwerd has been the traditional lands reptile, 11 amphibian and six native fish species. There are 50 known
of the Jadawadjali and Djab Wurrung Peoples. The landscape species in the park classified as threatened, including Brush-tailed
contains many registered Aboriginal places and holds the richest Rock Wallabies, Smokey Mice and Powerful Owls.
concentration of Aboriginal rock art in Victoria. Parks Victoria and
Traditional Owners developed the Greater Gariwerd Landscape Caring for the national park
Management Plan in 2021. Opportunities for recreation, including
rock climbing, have been identified in the plan.  Keep wildlife wild – do not feed native wildlife
 Take all rubbish home with you
What do I need to do before climbing?  Campfires are only permitted in the steel fireplaces provided,
Information is available on the Parks Victoria website and at otherwise use a fuel stove
Brambuk - The National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap.  Respect other campers, keep noise down after 10pm
 Hunting, firearms, generators and chainsaws are not permitted
Conditions:  Dogs and domestic pets are not permitted.
 Rock climbing can only occur in designated areas.
 Rock climbers are responsible for assessing and accepting the risk Drone use requires a permit as they impact wildlife, other
associated with undertaking the activity. visitors and park operations using aircraft.
 Climbers are requested to minimise the use of chalk and only use
chalk coloured to match the rock surface. Be prepared and stay safe
 A mandatory rock climbing permit is currently being developed, In an emergency dial triple zero (000) for police, ambulance or fire.
which will be free and available online for all rock climbers. Keep  At lookouts, never climb over barriers. Your safety is more
up to date on its progress at the Parks Victoria website. important than a social media post
Other activities  Mobile phone coverage is unavailable in many areas
 Plan ahead - check for closures and road conditions
Road cycling and mountain biking are permitted on public roads
 Carry a quality map and plenty of water and food
and open 4WD tracks. It is not permitted on closed roads or
 Wear sturdy shoes, a hat, sunscreen and carry a small first aid kit
management vehicle and walking tracks.
 Plan your timing and return from walking well before dusk
Fishing is popular in surrounding lakes. Visit vfa.vic.gov.au to obtain  Wildlife is common along roadsides at dawn and dusk.
a licence and for information on where and how to fish in Victoria.
Swimming areas are located at Lake Bellfield and Lake Fyans. Visit Be fire ready
gwmwater.org.au for more information. Swimming is not permitted For emergency assistance call Triple Zero (000). If there is a green
in Mackenzie Falls due to hidden dangers including submerged emergency marker sign near you, read the information on the
rocks, deep cold water and strong currents. marker to the operator. Bushfire safety is a personal responsibility.
All-abilities access and TrailRider Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park is in the Wimmera and South
West fire districts. Anyone entering parks and forests during the
The ‘All-Abilities Walking Track and TrailRider Guide’ is available for
bushfire season needs to stay aware of forecast weather conditions.
download from parks.vic.gov.au or pick up a copy at Brambuk - The
Check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at
National Park and Cultural Centre. A TrailRider (all-terrain
emergency.vic.gov.au, on the VicEmergency smartphone app or call
wheelchair) and assistant are also available for hire free of charge.
the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226. No fires may be lit on
Phone 13 1963 to book.
Total Fire Ban days.
Environment, culture and heritage On Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating days this park will be closed for
public safety. Warning signs may be erected, but do not expect a
Aboriginal cultural heritage personal warning. Check the latest conditions at parks.vic.gov.au or
The park, traditionally known as Gariwerd, has an Aboriginal cultural
by calling 13 1963.
history dating back at least 22,000 years. The landscape holds this
heritage and protects many important cultural sites, including the Further information
largest collection of rock art in south-eastern Australia. Begin your
journey at Brambuk - The National Park and Cultural Centre, or visit For park information visit parks.vic.gov.au or phone 13 1963.
one of five easy to access rock art shelters open to the public. Local Visitor Information Centres can assist with accommodation,
Post settlement history dining, tours, activities, festivals and events: visitgrampians.com.au
The Grampians was named after the Grampian Mountains in
Scotland in 1836. Since this time, the area has seen change through Ararat VIC 1800 657 158 or 03 5355 0281
resource industries such as forestry, stone quarrying, gold mining 1800 065 599 or 03 5361 4444
Halls Gap VIC
and water harvesting. Tourism was established in the early 1900s.
Hamilton VIC 1800 807 056 or 03 5572 3746
Geology
Horsham VIC 1800 633 218 or 03 5382 1832
The four distinct sandstone ranges of the Grampians began forming
approximately 430 million years ago. Over time, geological Stawell VIC 1800 330 080 or 03 5355 0281
processes such as pressure, heat, folding, faulting and erosion have 03 5577 2558
Dunkeld VIC
slowly shaped the mountains we see today. Geology is fundamental
to soil composition and influences where flora are found here.
Parks and reserves nearby
Plants Arapiles‐Tooan State Park, Black Range State Park, Little Desert
The park protects one third of Victoria’s flora species and is the most
National Park, Mt Langi Ghiran State Park and Budj Bim National
important botanical reserve in the state. Close to 970 native species
Park. For information on State Forest areas visit delwp.vic.gov.au
occur and over 40 are found nowhere else in the world. The area is
known for its colourful spring wildflower displays and popular walks
including Heatherlie area, Sundial Peak, The Piccaninny and Mt Zero.

Revised December 2022