Grampians
About 3 hr by car from Melbourne
Sandstone ranges, waterfalls, Aboriginal rock art and kangaroos at dusk.
Why locals go
The big hiking weekend, three hours west.
Visiting Melbourne?
At 3 hr by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Melbourne for your flight home.
What to book
- The Pinnacle walk from Halls Gap
- MacKenzie Falls
- Brambuk cultural centre and rock art sites
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Cabin in Halls Gap
- Sunset at Boroka Lookout
With friends
- Hike the Pinnacle together
- Rock climbing with a guide
When to go
March to May and September to November.