Things to do - Grampians & Western Victoria

Bushwalking The best way to explore the Grampians National Park is by foot. There are many walking tracks through the park - you may wish to walk for half an hour or eight hours! You are only limited by your time and energy. Visit the Information Centre at Halls Gap to obtain maps and information about the Grampians (refer below for details), phone Parks Victoria on 13 19 63 or visit the Parks Victoria website. Highlights in the Grampians National Park are McKenzie Falls, and magnificent rock formations such as the Grand Canyon, Elephant's Hide and Mushroom Rock. If visiting in October, be prepared for a spectacular wildflower display. Horse Riding The Grampians Horse Riding Centre offers the full bush horse riding experience. Situated on the west side of the Grampians (away from the crowds) and bordering the Grampians National Park, it is perfectly placed to offer bush trail rides against the backdrop of the Grampians. Cameron McDonald has decades of experience in horsemanship and has horses to suit all abilities. Rides are offered morning and afternoon lasting two hours. See www.grampianshorseriding.com.au or call (03) 5383 9255. Rock Climbing The Grampians is recognised as a terrific location for rock climbing and abseiling. The Grampians Mountain and Adventure Company offers a variety of different rock climbing expeditions (Ph: 0427 747 047). Alternatively, enquire at the Visitor Information Centre for further details. Fishing There is the opportunity for great fishing in the Grampians. Popular lakes for fishing include Rocklands Reservoir and Lake Fyans. Wineries The Grampians is also well known for its wine. When driving to the Grampians from Melbourne you may pass through the town of Great Western, producer of Great Western sparkling wine. A winery tour to the following wineries could be in order following a day walking in the Grampians: Best's Wines 'Concongella Vineyard'(1km off Western Highway, Great Western, Ph: 5356 2250) Seppelt(Western Highway, Great Western, Ph: 5361 2239) Garden Gully Winery(Western Highway, Great Western, Ph: 5356 2400) Donovan Wines(Pomonal Rd, Great Western, Ph: 5358 2727) The Gap(Pomonal Rd, Halls Gap, Ph: 5356 4252) Kimbarra Wines(Ararat, Ph: 5352 2238) Montara Winery(Chalambar Rd, Ararat, Ph: 5352 3868) Cathcart Ridge Estate(Moyston-Halls Gap Rd, Ararat, Ph: 5352 1997) Visitor Information Centres The Grampians National Park Visitor Centre Grampians Rd, Halls Gap Ph: 5356 4381 Stawell & Grampians Visitor Information Centre 50 - 52 Western Highway, Stawell Ph: 5358 2314 or 5358 2823 Freecall: 1800 246 880

 

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