Grampians Peaks Trail, Decoded: North vs Central vs South—Which Section Should You Hike First?
Serrated sandstone. Big sky. Silent valleys. The Grampians (Gariwerd) delivers coast-level drama—without the ocean. The full GPT is epic, but you don’t need weeks. Three guided sections let you tailor the challenge.
The three sections at a glance
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Northern Grampians | 4 Days (Mount Zero → Halls Gap)
Remote, rugged, wonderfully wild—airy ridgelines and big views, then that “first coffee in Halls Gap” victory lap.
Trip page: Northern Grampians Peaks 4-Day Guided Expedition -
Central Grampians | 5 Days (Halls Gap → Mount William)
Steeper climbs, classic lookouts, and a high-country summit push. More elevation = bigger payoffs (and slightly sassier calves).
Trip page: Central Grampians Peaks 5-Day Guided Expedition -
Southern Grampians | 5 Days (Jimmy Creek → Dunkeld)
Quieter trails, moody ranges, and long, rolling views to Dunkeld—ideal for hikers who like their drama slow-burn.
Trip page: Southern Grampians Peaks 5-Day Guided Hike
How to choose
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Time & legs: Shorter and raw? Go North (4 days). Want a summit-forward workout? Central (5 days). Prefer soulful scenery and fewer crowds? South (5 days).
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Seasonality: Cooler months shine; shoulder seasons balance temps and traffic. Get a macro view with the Best Time to Travel guide.
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Logistics: Base around Halls Gap access and shuttles, then pressure-test your plans with the Travel Time Estimator.
Tread lighter by design
All trips include 200% CO₂ restoration offsets—so each step funds landscape repair beyond your footprint.
Ready to lace up? Pick your section: Northern 4-Day, Central 5-Day, or Southern 5-Day. Or browse all adventures if the mountains just convinced you to start a new hobby.
