The northern Grampians is a great place for outdoor adventure and is home to iconic natural attractions such as the Pinnacle, Boroka Lookout, Reed Lookout and the Balconies.
Some of the prettiest towns and villages sit in the northern Grampians, each with their own unique attractions and atmosphere. There's a wealth of stories here too, with significant Aboriginal heritage sites, art galleries and a rich wine-making history.
Nestled in the heart of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, Halls Gap is a delightful small village in an area renowned for spectacular hiking, stunning views and inquisitive wildlife. Enjoy a day out at the Halls Gap Zoo, Victoria's largest regional zoo, and get up close and personal with a wide variety of animals.
St Arnaud is a former gold mining town settled in 1855 with a rich heritage and a feeling of nostalgic whimsy. The township of Stawell, 20 minutes drive from Halls Gap, is the closest major commercial centre to the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park. The charming village of Great Western, in the heart of the Grampians Wine Region, is home to some of the world's oldest vines. Discover vineyards, boutique wineries, great cellar doors, underground drives and the winemakers that, well, make it happen!
However you choose to explore the northern Grampians, there's no shortage of great places to stay, eat and enjoy yourself.
Towns of the NorthSt ArnaudMore than just a pit stop destination en route to Mildura, St Arnaud is well worth lingering in a little while. Pull up a stool at one of the lively historic pubs, then work off your country pub meal with a visit to the St Arnaud Rail Station - Raillery Hub. Great WesternGreat Western is a quaint and charming township located on the Western Highway between Ararat and Stawell. First settled in the 1840s by sheep graziers, Great Western rapidly developed through the discovery of gold and then the planting of grape vines. Today, Great Western is known internationally as a historic wine region producing award-winning wines. Halls GapNestled in the heart of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, Halls Gap is a delightful small village with varied accommodation on offer and activities at your doorstep. The area is renowned for spectacular hiking, stunning views and inquisitive wildlife including kangaroos, emus, wallabies and birds. StawellOnly 20 minutes drive from Halls Gap, the historic gold mining town of Stawell is the closest major commercial centre to the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park. Stawell is famous for hosting the annual Stawell Gift, first run in 1878. Check out the track at Central Park from the Stawell Gift Hall of Fame which also showcases memorabilia of the most prestigious footrace in Australia. |
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The Country Plaza Halls Gap is set in the heart of the Grampians Halls Gap and is surrounded by some of the most spectacular natural landmarks in Victoria. The complex includes 51 rooms with an outdoor pool, gym, sauna, games room, playground and conference facilities and a fully licensed restaurant. At Darcy's Licensed Restaurant you can enjoy a great menu with meals which are served on a specially heated stone and delivered to your table, complemented by wines from regional wineries. Breakfast is also available daily in Darcy's Cafe, where you can indulge in a country style a-la-carte breakfast.
