Grampians Peak Trail - Stage 1

This trip will be taking place in Gariwerd/Grampians and is situated on Djab Wurrung and Jardwadjali country.

The plan is to start from Halls Gap and complete the stage 1 circuit of the Grampians Peaks Trail. If you’ve been interested in checking out this beautiful part of Victoria, this is the perfect introductory hike.

We will hike for three days and spend two nights at the fantastic campsites offered along the Peaks trail. Along the way we will get to see the Pinnacle lookout and Mount Rosea, two iconic view points of Gariwerd. On the final day we will return via Bellfield Lake and stop off in Halls Gap for a quick bite to eat before heading back to the clubrooms with an estimated arrival at 7pm.

Fuel costs will be split between the group after the trip.

The trip meeting will be happening a month before the hike on Tuesday (31/10/23) as we have to book the campsites in advance. Gear can be hired closer to the departure date. If the campsites are unavailable for the dates stated, an alternate hike or dates will be arranged with participants.

Expected trip cost:

This hike is not cheap due to the recently upgraded Peaks Trail.

• Campsites: $100pp (2 people per tent)
• Transport: $50pp (approx)
• Total: $150

Requirements:

A moderate level of fitness and preferably multi-day hiking experience but this is open to beginners with only day hiking experience. You will need to be mostly self-sufficient in terms of overnight hiking gear, this can be hired from MUMC. If you have concerns please email me.

Trip Plan:

• 3 days/2 nights
• 36km total

Wednesday (29/11/23)

• Meet at clubrooms 7:00am
• Drive to Halls Gap (3-4 hours)
• Hike to Bugiga campsite (8.6km, 5 hours)

Thursday (30/11/23)

• Hike to Borough Huts Campground (13.8km, 5 hours)

Friday (1/12/23)

• Return to Halls Gap via Bellfield Lake (13.6km, 5 hours)
• Drive back to clubrooms, approximate return time of 7pm (3-4 hours)