Grampians National Park

Welcome, dear traveler, to one of the most significant ecological and cultural landscapes in Australia. We stand at the threshold of the Grampians National Park, or as the local Jadawadjali and Djab Wurrung peoples have called it…

We begin our deeper inquiry into the park’s heritage at the Bunjil Shelter, arguably the most significant indigenous rock art site in South Eastern Australia. Here, tucked away in a granite shelter, is a depiction of Bunjil, the…

Next, we turn our attention to the hydrological marvel known as MacKenzie Falls. This is one of the largest and most impressive waterfalls in Victoria, and remarkably, it is the only one in the Grampians that flows year-round. …

As we move toward the southern reaches of the park, we encounter the formidable peaks of Mount Abrupt and Mount William. Mount William, or Duwul, stands as the highest point in the Grampians, reaching an elevation of 1,167 meters. …

If you seek a vista that requires less physical exertion but offers maximum visual reward, Boroka Lookout is unparalleled. Located just fifteen kilometers from Halls Gap, it is easily accessible via a short, paved walk from the…

As we move through the various trails and lookouts, we cannot ignore the true residents of this park: the wildlife. The Grampians is one of the best places in Australia to observe native animals in their natural habitat. …

Our final specific inquiry within the park takes us to the Goulurn Manja shelter, located in the northern Grampians. The name Goulurn Manja translates to 'the hands of young people,' and this site is a profound testament to the…

Our journey through the Grampians National Park, or Gariwerd, concludes where it began, in the heart of these ancient ranges. We have climbed the steep summits of Mount William and Mount Abrupt, marveled at the perpetual flow of…