FEELS LIKE the sun sets slower here

The northern reaches of the Grampians feel expansive and full of character. Horizons stretch wide across country roads where every stop reveals a story. St Arnaud celebrates creativity with silo art rising bold against the landscape and galleries tucked into heritage buildings offering colour and charm. Wander streets lined with gold rush history and gardens that bloom with native beauty.

Further west, Horsham moves to the rhythm of water. The Wimmera River glides through town, inviting quiet walks, kayaking and riverside picnics beneath towering gums. Cafés and street art bring a lively pulse, while nearby lakes shimmer under endless skies.

Dadswells Bridge greets you with a sense of playful spirit. Beyond the highway, trails lead to rugged peaks and rock faces that call climbers and hikers alike. Natimuk is a name spoken with reverence by adventurers. At Mount Arapiles, sheer cliffs rise like ancient walls, offering world-class climbing and views that steal your breath.

Laharum and Wartook reveal a wilder edge. Olive groves, waterfalls and sunset lookouts frame days of discovery. And beyond it all, the Wimmera Mallee stretches into quiet horizons, where open skies and small-town character create a feeling that stays long after you leave.