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Outdoor activities – Grampians

Climbers at Mt Arapiles

The Grampians region is recognised internationally as a great destination for outdoor adventures. For an exhilarating outdoor experience try rock climbing in the Mount Stapylton area of the Grampians National Park or at Mt Arapiles, join an exhilarating downhill mountain bike tour through the ranges, or trek through some of the finest wilderness in the state. If you prefer to experience your adventures sitting down, tour the region in a 4WD or experience the grandeur of the Grampians from a light aircraft, cast a line for trout or paddle a canoe through a lake or river.

Camping in the Grampians

Camping

Pitch a tent in the vast wilderness of the Grampians National Park. There are many camping grounds in a variety of settings, directly accessible by car.

Canoeing in the Grampians

Canoeing and kayaking

Wherever you are in the Grampians, you will never be far from water. Streams, creeks and lakes dot the region, providing the ideal setting for canoeing and kayaking.

Fishing in the Grampians

Fishing

The fish bite all year round in the Grampians. Some of the most popular and well-stocked lakes favoured by anglers are Rocklands, Toolondo, Lake Wartook and Lake Fyans.

4WD the Grampians

Four-wheel driving

The vast sandstone mountains of the Grampians National Park boast a diverse terrain that is perfect for four-wheel driving.

Golfing in the Grampians region

Golfing

Swing into action on one of the first-class fairways at Ararat, Stawell, Horsham and Hamilton. Each offers a different set of challenges, experiences and scenic vistas.

Horse riding in the Grampians

Horse riding

Mount up and explore the Grampians on horseback. Join a trail ride through the bush and enjoy the scenery and abundant native wildlife you see along the way.

Mountain biking in the Grampians

Mountain biking

Not all the challenges in the Grampians are uphill. Join an exhilarating downhill mountain bike tour through the ranges.

Rock climbing

Rock climbing and abseiling

Test your skills on some of the most dramatic and demanding rock formations in Australia at Mt Arapiles and the Grampians National Park.

Ballooning in Stawell

Ballooning and scenic flights

Get a birds-eye view of the Grampians National Park on a scenic flight, taking in the spectacular scenery of the region.

Mt William

Walking and cycling

From sedate strolls to the more challenging hikes, the Grampians walking trails offer spectacular scenery and a fascinating array of native plants and animals to see.