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Mount Difficult Summit

16.4 km return

5 h, 9 h to 2 days

Mount Difficult Summit

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Bellfield Lakeview Circuit

Bellfield Lakeview Circuit

17.2 km circuit

4 h 30 min to 7 h 30 min

17.2 km

Circuit

Starting from the Brambuk National Park and the Cultural Centre, Halls Gap, this walk takes you on a circuit around Lake Bellfield. It is a little gem, serene, with open lake views, surrounding mountains and reflective water. There are also picnic and playing areas along with other amenities for visitors. It is possible to have a dip at certain sections for anyone interested. It can be a little hilly at the beginning of the trail, but the other half around the lake is pretty flat. There is also not plenty of shade, so you might want to bring sunscreen with you. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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4 h 30 min to 7 h 30 min

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Brisbane Ranges Extended Circuit

Brisbane Ranges Extended Circuit

17.3 km circuit

5 h 30 min to 8 h 30 min

17.3 km

Circuit

This circuit loops around a large section of the national park via the Hay Track and the Burchell Trail. Starting at the historic gold mining ghost town of Steiglitz, this walk takes you on a generous loop deep within the Brisbane Ranges, returning via Steiglitz Historic Park. The unusual geology of the Brisbane Ranges has preserved plants that have long since vanished from the region, together with a correspondingly diverse bird population and the greatest density of koalas in Victoria. If walking in spring, look out for the rare Steiglitz Grevillea that can only be found in the Brisbane Ranges. Bird watchers will also be rewarded with over 180 bird species recorded in the park. There are two designated public access camping grounds in the park, Boar Gully in the north and Fridays near Steiglitz. Both have toilets and tank water, plus designated camp trailers or caravan sites. Keep an eye out for orange/yellow triangles pinned onto trees, which indicate the right direction of the trail. In the last leg of the walk, in the old mining area of Steiglitz Historic Park, the trail becomes quite rocky in parts, and uncovered mine shafts can be seen from the trail. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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5 h 30 min to 8 h 30 min

Halls Gap to Lake Wartook Lookout

Halls Gap to Lake Wartook Lookout

17.4 km return

6 h to 8 h

Starting from Halls Gap Caravan Park, Halls Gap, this return walk takes you to Lake Wartook Lookout and back, visiting the Botanic Gardens and Chatauqua Peak saddle. It is a gradual uphill walk through the tall forest, which is ideal for a tranquil experience. There are certain sections where you can observe the ancient rock formations in the area. Additionally, the lookout offers you views from the ranges of Grampians, Lake Wartook and a beautiful sunset if you time it right. The rock formations can be slippery and sharp, so you might want to wear rigid, grippy hiking shoes. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Rural

6 h, 9 h 30 min to 2 days

Beeripmo Loop Walk

17.5 km circuit

6 h, 9 h 30 min to 2 days

The Beeripmo Loop Walk, Raglan, starts at the Richards Camping Site near The Glut Road, looping along the Mount Buangor State Park via the Beeripmo Walk. Enjoy a hike up into the mountains, through a series of ferns, gums and rocky spots. Along the way you will visit landmarks such as Mount Buangor, Sugarloaf View and Raglan Falls. From the mountain tops, there are stunning views of the landscape. There are two campsites along the walk that provide an opportunity to break the trail into two days, and this walk is popular as a first overnight hike among beginners. More experienced hikers might choose to complete it in one day. This trail provides both ample uphill challenging terrain and gentle downhill to flat level walking. There are also a number of obstacles on the path, such as fallen trees and branches. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from Beehive Falls Carpark in Roses Gap, this walk follows the Beehive Falls Track to the gentle falls. Then it continues past Gar Hike-in campsite to the summit of Mount Difficult for some stunning views over Lake Wartook and surroundings. Stay the night at either West or East Longpoint campsite. The following day completes the loop and leads back to the start of the walk. Let us begin by acknowledging the Jardwadjali and Djab Wurrung people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Mount Difficult Circuit

22.2 km circuit

8 h to 2 days

Mount Difficult Circuit

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GPT S3: Bugiga (Halls Gap to Borough)

22.7 km oneway

9 h to 2 days

GPT S3: Bugiga (Halls Gap to Borough)

Starting from Halls Gap Campground, Halls Gap, this walk takes you to Borough Huts Campground via Mount Rosea Track, visiting Gate of the East Wind, Pinnacle Lookout, Silent Street, and Bridal Veil Falls along the way. This is the third of six segments of the Grampians Peaks Trail. You'll find the Venus Baths, naturally formed rock pools, and enormous sandstone gorges as you continue along the path. The Silent Street and its gigantic rock formations will welcome you just before you reach the Pinnacle Lookout, where you can enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding area and rock formations. Towards the end of the journey, you'll arrive at the Chautauqua Lookout where you'll get to view the outcrops of rocky mountains and the scenery Lake Wartook offers. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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GPT S1: Barigar (Mt Zero to Gar)

GPT S1: Barigar (Mt Zero to Gar)

23 km oneway

7 h to 2 days

Starting from the car park off Mount Zero Road, Laharum, this trail takes you to Gar Trailhead campground, visiting Stapylton Amphitheatre, Bird Rock and a hidden waterfall along the way. This is the first of six segments of the Grampians Peaks Trail. Not only you can enjoy the exhilarating views from Mt Rosea and Mt Stapylton through the walk, but you'll also have a chance to experience the tranquillity the towering forest brings as it leads you to the rock outcrops. There are water crossings and some rock hopping sections along the way, so you might want to bring proper footwear. At lower elevations, the cell phone service is not reliable. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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GPT S5: Jimmy Creek to Griffin

GPT S5: Jimmy Creek to Griffin

23.6 km oneway

8 h, 2 days to 3 days

23.6 km

8 h, 2 days to 3 days

Starting from the Jimmy Creek Campground, Mafeking, this trail takes you to Griffin Picnic Area, visiting Wannon Crossing Campground and passing through the open grasslands along the way. This is the fifth of the sixth segments of the Grampians Peaks Trail. You can traverse the open grassland areas along with river flats that welcome you towards the end of the trail, after you walk through the towering forest. There are some steep parts as you get deeper into the forest, but the scenery at the end is worth it for many. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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3 h to 5 h

GPT S2: Gar to Halls Gap

25.2 km oneway

9 h, 2 days to 3 days

GPT S2: Gar to Halls Gap

25.2 km

9 h, 2 days to 3 days

Starting from Troopers Creek Campground, Roses Gap, this trail takes you to Halls Gap Campground, visiting Pyrenees, Black Ranges, Wartook Basin and Chautauqua Lookout along the way. This is the second of six segments of the Grampians Peaks Trail. The panoramic views of the mountains are amazing, and you can see the views reaching as far as Wartook Basin whilst walking the eastern escarpment of Mount Difficult. After you make your way out of the rocky outcrops, you can continue to Chautauqua Lookout, and the end of the section shortly after. Bring proper footwear as the track conditions can vary. Keep in mind that phone service is not reliable at lower elevations. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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4 h to 6 h

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GPT S4: Borough to Jimmy Creek

30.8 km oneway

12 h, 2 days to 3 days

GPT S4: Borough to Jimmy Creek

30.8 km

12 h, 2 days to 3 days

Starting from Borough Huts Campground, Bellfield, this trail takes you to Jimmy Creek Campground, visiting Seven Dials, Redman Bluff, Boundary Gap and Durd Durd along the way. This is the fourth of six segments of the Grampians Peaks Trail. As you walk along the outskirts of Mount William, you can enjoy Seven Dials, which occurred as a result of millions of years of erosion. The panoramic views of plains from Redman Bluff are delightful as well. The ending of this trail is incredibly tranquil and rewarding, allowing you to enjoy beautiful sunsets from the western side of the range. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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6 h to 9 h

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GPT S6: Griffin to Dunkeld

GPT S6: Griffin to Dunkeld

33 km oneway

13 h, 2 days to 3 days

33 km

13 h, 2 days to 3 days

Starting from Griffin Picnic Area, Bornes Hill, this trail takes you to Dunkeld Town, visiting Signal Peak, Mount Abrupt, Mud-Dadjug Hike-in Campground, Mt Sturgeon and volcanic plains along the way. This is the last of the six segments of the Grampians Peaks Trail. The beginning of the walk offers you a wide selection of spectacular wildflowers, such as orchids, heaths and bush pea species. After you're done with the steep ascent to Signal Peak and savour the panoramic views from the top, you will descend with the eucalyptus surrounding you. When you finally reach the peak of Mount Sturgeon, you can enjoy the otherwordly view of the volcanic plains. Before you reach the end of this great walk, you'll get a glimpse of the past through the volcanic formations that date back to the Upper Paleolithic period (22,000 years ago). Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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6 h to 9 h 30 min

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