MUST READ: You are strongly encouraged to read the following articles prepared by the knowledge experts at ExplorOz for your safety and preparation before undertaking any published ExplorOz Trek -
Outback Safety,
Outback Driving Tips,
Outback Communications, and
Vehicle Setup for the Outback.
TIP | Please refer to Road Reports published by the local shire and/or main roads for the area you intend to visit. Road/Track conditions can change significantly after weather events. Travellers must be responsible for their own research on current conditions and track suitability. |
It is always best to book your
campsite well in advance as campgrounds become full during busy periods and there is no phone service at most campgrounds.
Permits
No permits are required to enter the National Park however camping fees apply and sites need to be booked. For further information or to book see
www.parkstay.vic.gov.au. Bookings can also be made in person on-site at the Brambuk
Visitor Centre open daily from 9am – 5pm except on Christmas day, and located just south of the
Halls Gap township or you can call (03) 5361 4000.
Fuel Usage
There is also fuel available at Wartook (not shown on this trek note) which is on the Northern Grampians Road.
| Diesel | ULP | LPG |
|---|
| 4cyl 19 litres | 4cyl 22 litres | 4cyl 27 litres |
| 6cyl 21 litres | 6cyl 17 litres * | 6cyl 24 litres |
| 8cyl 21 litres | 8cyl 23 litres | |
Usage is averaged from recorded data (* specific to this trek) and calculated based on trek distance.
Best Time To Visit
Closest Climatic Station
Stawell Aerodrome
Distance from Trek Mid Point 21km E
| | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|
| Mean Max. °C | 29.2 | 28.5 | 25.2 | 20.8 | 16.3 | 13.3 | 12.5 | 14.0 | 16.6 | 19.7 | 23.8 | 26.3 |
| Mean Min. °C | 13.5 | 13.7 | 11.2 | 8.3 | 6.0 | 4.7 | 4.1 | 4.6 | 6.0 | 7.3 | 9.8 | 11.1 |
| Mean Rain mm | 36.9 | 33.1 | 21.4 | 28.3 | 34.7 | 53.7 | 55.7 | 56.8 | 52.6 | 36.9 | 45.3 | 38.2 |
Best time to travel Ok time to travel Travel NOT recommended