Explore the Grampians in Regional Victoria | Grampians Peaks Trail - The Big Bus
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In this segment we join Park Trek Walking Holidays and Visit Grampians on a four-day short break hiking through the spectacular Grampians in regional Victoria.
By 2019 the 144-kilometre Grampians Peaks Trail will be completed, allowing hikers to walk the entire length of the range. At present about a quarter of the trail is complete.
We enjoy four days of superb walks around the majestic peaks, returning each evening to cosy chalet style accommodation in Halls Gap. Most meals are included, along with transport from Melbourne and our guided daily walks.
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THE GRAMPIANS, Victoria ⛰????????
We headed to the popular Grampians with no clue what to expect. We had been told it was Victoria's number one national park, so our expectations were high. ????
Well, after a 5 night stay - we can happily confirm we had a great time exploring this beautiful area!
We setup our caravan at The Plantation Campground, which is a FREE camp????, 10minutes north of Halls Gap! It is technically out of the National Park area so it is DOG FRIENDLY! How good is that. It has plenty of campsites, toilets, bucket showers, bore water taps and lots of fire pits! ????
During our 5 day expedition we did;
- Mt Abrupt summit (6.3km return)
- Wonderland loop - Venus baths, Splitters falls, Grand Canyon & The Pinnacles (9.6km loop)
- Tasted tested ice-cream at the local ice-creamery
- Explored the old Mafeking gold town
- Mt Staplyton summit (4km return)
- Hollow Mountain summit (2.2km return)
- MacKenzie Falls (2km return)
- Visited the Billimina Shelter of Aboriginal rock art (2.2km return)
- Explored some back roads and 4WD tracks around the Grampians
- The Balconies and Reeds lookout (2km return)
We also met up with lots of fellow travelers at our campsite each night. It was great having a chat over the campfire each night with different people. I think it made our stay that much more memorable. ????
Tips;
- go to the info centre and get yourself some maps so you can plan what you want to see. ????
- Plantation campground was quite popular, so make sure you get in early to grab a spot before the backpackers all roll in.
- You can have hot showers at the info centre, in town for $3 per person ????
- Make sure you take a backpack with plenty of snacks, water etc. and wear good walking shoes!
- There were plenty of bins around the Halls Gap town-park to deposit your rubbish ????
Overall a great 5 days exploring the Grampians and we definitely covered some kilometres over those days.
We will rest our legs ready for our next adventure - enroute to Flinders Ranges!
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This weekend I went camping and had such a wildlife experience hanging out wild kangaroos, going hiking and sightseeing some amazing view points at the Grampians. One of my favorite places were the hidden waterfalls! Watch to find out where they are.
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My favorite National Park and favorite place in Australia.
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TOP Places in Grampians National Park, Victoria Australia
Grampians National Park is a nature reserve in Victoria, Australia. It’s known for its sandstone mountains, wildflowers and wildlife. These are top places you have to go. All can be done within one day.
1. Pinnacle Lookout - Start your bushwalk with this lookout. Park your car in Wonderland Car Park. It will take you approx. 2.5 hours to get back to the carpark. After that
2. Boroka Lookout - after that drive to this lookout. You don't have to walk to see the view from this place.
3. LUNCH - bring an esky with you. There are free BBQ grills in Zumstiens Picnic Area And Fish Falls. You can also find toilets and small river there.
3. MacKenzie Falls - in the afternoon, check MacKenzie falls.You can go for a small walk in the canyon which ends up in Fish Falls.
4. The Balconies - Leave Balconies for the evening. It's a short stroll to the balconies.
5. Reed Lookout - After The Balconies, wait for the sunset in Reed Lookout. The best spots are around the watch tower.
If you like fishing - Lake Fyans and Wartook Reservoir are the best places to do so.
Now you saw the most interesting parts of Grampians :)
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So, yea, if you are thinking of heading to Grampians, it would take about 3 hours to get to Halls Gap, which is the little town at the base of the mountain. Here you can get a map and also a quick bite to eat. but there isn't really much food there, so bring some of your own.
Mckenzie Falls is the furthest stop away and requires a hike down and back up once all your pictures are taken. it is a beautiful waterfall. Also, keep your eye out for Wallabies hopping around.
Next up is Reeds lookout or Reids, I'm not actually sure. but yeah, this one's great for pictures. no hike required, you can just drive up to it.
Lastly is Boroka Lookout, the view here is great and is the closest to Halls Gap. Also, no hike required, just drive up to the view and enjoy it.
There is one place that we didn't get to visit, and that's the Pinnacle. its a 2-hour hike and we just ran out of time. so yea.
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Come explore Victoria, Australia with me! After a night going through Queen Victoria Market in Melbourne and hanging with Australia possums, we take off on a Great Ocean Road trip with Wildlife Tours Australia. The trip brings us to many Great Ocean Road beaches and beach towns along with the stunning 12 Apostles and to the adorable Kafe Koala where we are greeted by colorful birds and koalas. Day two of the tour had us exploring through the Grampians National Park and hanging out with kangaroos (including a kangaroo fight!).
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The Epic Melbourne Road Trip — Great Ocean Road, The Otways, Grampians | The Travel Intern
Recently, we challenged one of our teams to come up with THE ULTIMATE road trip around Victoria, Australia. No epic road trip around Victoria is complete with places like Great Ocean Road, Grampians, Yarra and Otway!
Check out what we did in this 8-day itinerary for Victoria's best adventures:
MELBOURNE
00:20 - Hosier Lane
Experience street art like never before in this culturally rich street, critically acclaimed for their urban art.
00:24 - Eureka Skydeck
Get to the highest observatory in the southern hemisphere to catch a breathtaking panoramic sunset.
00:30 - Queen Victoria Market
A food market with a huge variety of dishes sure to satisfy everybody's taste palates.
00:37 - Yarra Valley
Enjoy the famous Australian wine during your food gourmet tour.
00:44 - Brighton Beach
Whip your cameras out for photo opportunities at the colourful bathing boxes!
THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD
01:02 - Gibson Steps
Connect with nature at this coastline, well-known for the many cliffs in the sea.
01:13 - 12 Apostles
Another site well-known for their limestone structure.
01:26 - Loch Ard Gorge
We highly recommend trekking some of the trails here where you can learn about the rich history of various rock stacks like the Razorbacks.
01:31 - The Grotto
This was our personal favourite along the Great Ocean Road!
01:37 - London Bridge
The two pieces of land used to be connected but has since been eroded.
01:41 - The Arch
Forming a mini waterfall in the sea, this place is super breathtaking!
GRAMPIANS
01:55 - The Balconies
Also known as Jaws of Death because the structure resembles the jaws of a T-rex, The Balconies offer a panoramic view of the lush mountains.
02:04 - Mackenzie Falls
Visit one of Victoria's largest waterfalls. Don't end your adventure just there! Take a one kilometre walk to Bluff Lookout or down a steep trail down to the base of the waterfall for killer views!
02:15 - Reeds Lookout
Enjoy a sunset over the mountains and one of the best scenic views of Victoria Valley.
02:25 — 02:33 - Grand Canyon, The Pinnacle
Hike up The Pinnacle via The Grand Canyon. Again, photo opportunities are everywhere!
THE OTWAYS
02:48 - Hopetoun Falls
If you're not in a rush for time, we recommend the 30 minutes return route to the base of the waterfall to catch spectacular sights of Hopetoun Falls.
02:54 - California Redwoods
Sequoia trees towering over all of us, it was quite a sight to behold. Great stopover place for lunch!
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Hiking up to the Pinnacle, Halls Gap - Grampians, Victoria- Australia
Unfortunately due to bad weather (Rain) we were not able to reach the pinnacle.. Watch video till the end to see how far we reached... :(((
Halls Gap is a town in Victoria, Australia. It is located on Grampians Road, adjacent to the Grampians National Park, in the Shire of Northern Grampians local government area. The town is set in the Fyans Valley at the foot of the Wonderland and Mount William ranges.nAt the 2011 census Halls Gap had a population of 613. The approximate driving time from Melbourne is 3 hours.
From the Main Street of Halls Gap, at the base of the sandstone mountain range that is at the heart of the Grampians National Park, or Gariwerd as it is called in the local Aboriginal language, you can see The Pinnacle. It is one of the rocky spurs jutting out from the jagged cliff faces that loom over the town.
From the street, The Pinnacle appears unnervingly high and potentially difficult to walk. The good news is that it is not, and the views from the lookout make every bit of effort worthwhile. It is one of the very best vantage points in the Grampians National Park for terrific scenic views over a vast expanse of western Victoria.
There are a number of walking options to reach The Pinnacle, varying in distance and difficulty. The easiest route to The Pinnacle departs from the Sundial carpark within the national park and ascends to The Pinnacle via Devils Gap. This is the best route to use if young children or unconfident walkers are part of your walking group. The 4.2km walk will take one and a half to two hours for the return trip. It does include some water crossings and rock-hopping, so good sturdy shoes are essential.
A more challenging walk departs from the aptly named Wonderland carpark and ascends via the impressive Grand Canyon. It does not resemble the American canyon of the same name but is equally impressive with its unique Australian rock formations, albeit on a smaller scale! The walk continues through the Silent Street before rising up to The Pinnacle.
For the really adventurous, you can walk to The Pinnacle from the base of the mountains, starting at the Halls Gap caravan park. This extended walk will take around five hours return so is suitable for fit and experienced walkers.
All these walks offer a variety of incredible rock formations to see and negotiate, as well as lush vegetation that has recovered from bushfires with fresh spurts of new growth. In springtime, wildflowers burst into life with their brilliant bright colours. With an abundance of wildlife living in the park, your walk may also include glimpses of koalas, kangaroos, snakes, skinks and maybe even an echidna or two.
Whichever way you get there, the view from The Pinnacle lookout will astound you. While you get your breath back after your ascent, you will be able to see Halls Gap far below you, as well as Lake Bellfield. Plus you will get a close-up look at the irregular and fascinating rock formations for which the Grampians are so well-known.
The outstanding natural beauty of this area led to its inclusion on the Australian National Heritage List in 2006. For comprehensive information about this natural environment, as well as about the indigenous culture and heritage of the region, a visit to the Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap, which is free to enter and open daily, is a must.
For those with Apple or Android mobile devices, Parks Victoria provides free interactive maps of the park that provide an overview of facilities, walking tracks and distances. So as well as The Pinnacle, all the wonderfully-named park locations such as Jimmy Creek to Mt Zero are now just a click away.
The Grampians National Park is around 260km from Melbourne and 460km from Adelaide. From Melbourne, it is around a three-hour drive by car or alternatively regional rail provides regular services.
Don’t just look at the weathered peaks and escarpments of the park, like The Pinnacle, from your car window on your way to Adelaide. Halls Gap is a great location for a stopover on your journey, so that instead of admiring the rock formations from below, you can take the time to walk to The Pinnacle and view a spectacle more awe-inspiring than anything visible from a city skyscraper.
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Experience the rugged landscapes and ancient Aboriginal rock art of the Grampians. Walk, ride or climb over rocky mountain ranges and discover misty waterfalls, vivid wildflowers and a wide range of native wildlife.
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Hiking over Mt Difficult in The Grampians, Vic, Aus.
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Hiking in The Grampians, Victoria, Australia.
From Troopers Creek Campsite over Mt Difficult to Beehive Falls.
This was an overnight hike, we covered approximately 13 kms total with an elevation of around 500m the first day.
- 5kms from Troopers Creek Campsite to Mt difficult summit
- 3kms from Mt Difficult campsite to Briggs Bluff campsite
- 5kms from Briggs Bluff campsite to Beehive Falls carpark
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Grampians National Park is a nature reserve in Victoria, Australia. It’s known for its sandstone mountains, wildflowers and wildlife including echidnas and wallabies. Near the village of Halls Gap, the Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre gives insight into local Aboriginal history and rock art. Trails lead to waterfalls like towering MacKenzie Falls and lookouts such as the Balconies, with views of the Victoria Range.
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Australian Road Trip Series | A Visit to Halls Gap - Victoria, Australia
With its rich Indigenous history, the town of Halls Gap allows travelers and would be adventurers a chance to experience and soak up the natural wonders of one of the most spectacular and historically rich places in Australia.
With everything from tent to luxury eco-accommodation in the stunning bush land available, you will undoubtedly be visited by the inquisitive wildlife all around.
With over 160 kilometres of hiking trails to choose from, the region is a hikers paradise. The MacKenzie Falls and Beehive Falls are both a short drive away from Halls Gap, with nearby Bellfield, Lonsdale, Fyans and Wartook Lakes also offering opportunities for canoeing, fishing and bird watching.
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