The Grampians

Grampians Vic

The Grampians are a spectacular region located approx 250 km west of Melbourne in mid western Victoria. Named after a Scottish mountain ranges, these famous rugged sandstone formations make up the western end of the Great Dividing Range. The region comprises an interesting mix of 400 million year old mountains, dry plains and traditional farming lands. There are pretty lakes and waterfalls, forested gullies, swamplands and rugged cliffs many of which contain ancient Aboriginal art. The area is famous for its prosperous farming lands and more recently vineyards and olive groves. Main towns in the area include Hamilton, Horsham, Coleraine, Halls Gap, Stawell while the 170 000 ha Grampians NP with its rich Aboriginal and European culture, spring wildflowers and rocky vistas are not to be missed.

Visitor Information Centre: 20 O’Callaghan Pde, Horsham. Tel (03) 5382 1832 or 1800 633 218.