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.
The Pinnacle in Grampians National Park
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.
This challenging walk will take you through the Grand Canyon to the Pinnacle and reward you with magnificent views from the top. If you enjoy the great outdoors and enjoy hiking this walk is for you.
This footage was taken July 2016.
The Pinnacle, Halls Gap, Victoria, Australia
26 Nov 2017
Pinnacle Trail, Halls Gap Australia
Hiking to the Pinnacle in the Grampians Halls Gap
An awesome 2.5hr round trip hike up to the Pinnacle where the view is incredible.
We did this in winter and the only concern is the chance of fog/low lying clouds spoiling the view if any.
Its a great family adventure, just watch your step and wear quality shoes or runners with good grip.
There are plenty of steep sections, but all quite safe. The paths have been very well developed by maintaining all the natural elements. You really have to look hard sometimes to realise somebody but all those supported flat rocks there! There are also areas where fenced hand rails have been installed for added safety.
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Halls Gap Caravan Park - Grampians, Vic, Australia
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The Pinnacle (Halls Gap)
The trek back.
The Pinnacle Walk - Grampians
An amazing walk to watch the sun rise.
The Pinnacle Halls Gap
The Pinnacle Halls Gap
awesome view from the summit
Grampians National Park, The Pinnacle View
After a 2hr climb to the summit of The Pinnacles, the view is pretty impressive. The View from the top of the Pinnacles, Grampians National Park, Halls Gap, Victoria, Australia
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The first stop on our lap of Australia was Halls Gap and the Grampians. We had our car, our caravan and an entire year ahead of us to explore Australia.
There is so much to see and do in the Grampians, just 3 hours from Melbourne, in Victoria. Our first episode in our Series 2, Exploring the Grampians!
The Pinnacle Climb - The Grampians National Park, Australia
Join us in the Grampians National Park as we climb from the Wonderland car park, through the Grand Canyon and Silent Street to the Pinnacle overlooking Halls Gap.
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Halls Gap, Grampians - Australia
Our 2015 New Years Resolution was to see as many waterfalls as possible, we managed to see 19 waterfalls and saved the best for last.. Mackenzie Falls, Halls Gap.
Here is some footage of wonderful Halls Gap in Grampians, Australia. Footage includes MacKenzie falls, Broken Falls, Reeds Lookout, The Balcanies and Halls Gap Lakeside Tourist Park.
Failed Attempt to the Pinnacle, Gaps Hall - Grampians, Victoria- Australia
Due to bad weather, we had to turn back. Safety was our utmost concern. We hope to do this again and reach the top.. :((((( Watch my other video to see how hike up to this point -
Pinnacle at Hall's Gap Australia.AVI
Bettina and I got up before dawn to get a head start on the hike to the Pinnacle at Halls Gap. It was well worth the early start and the physical effort to reach the top and see this!
Halls Gap - The Pinnacle
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Hiking up to the Pinnacle Grampians Victoria Australia
The iconic Pinnacle walk and lookout is one of the highlights of the entire Grampians region. Hikers are rewarded with stunning views of Halls Gap and the Grampians' many peaks.
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Halls Gap Pinnacle Victoria, Australia
26 Nov 2017