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The Pinnacle

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Location: Victoria, Australia

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1. Splitters Falls – Silent Street Gorge loop from Halls Gap

10.1km

03:17

450m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Silent Street Gorge loop from Halls Gap

9.49km

03:08

450m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. The Pinnacle – Silent Street Gorge loop from Halls Gap

4.06km

01:29

260m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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𝖪ᴇʀɪ𝗌ʜ3ᴅ

July 5, 2017

The view from "The Pinnacle" is breathtaking, no matter which path you take. From there you can also see Halls Gap and Lake Bellfield. There are many unusual rock formations up close for which the Grampians (or Gariwerd, as the region is called in the Aboriginal language) are so well known.

There are different walks with different difficulty levels to the pinnacles. From the road, the road looks enervatingly high and difficult. But that is not so and every effort is rewarded with the prospect.

The easiest route to "The Pinnacle" starts at the Sundial Carpark in the National Park and goes via Devils Gap to the Pinnacles. This is the best route if you are traveling with small children or insecure hikers. The 4.2 km round trip requires according to Parks Victoria about 1 ½ hours. There are a few waters to cross and it goes over rocks, so that sturdy footwear is required.

A little more challenging is the Walk, which starts at Wonderland Carpark and climbs over the impressive Grand Canyon. Although not similar to its namesake in the US, it is similarly impressive, though much smaller, by the typical Australian rock formations. The Walk continues through Silent Street before rising to "The Pinnacles".

For the more adventurous, we recommend starting from the foot of the mountains at Halls Gap Caravan Park. According to Parks Victoria, this extended walk takes about 5 hours and only seasoned Bushwalkers should expect it.

All of these tours feature varied rock formations and rich vegetation that recovers with fresh green from the last bushfires. In spring there is a rich selection of wildflowers to see. Due to the abundance of wildlife in the park, there are good chances to encounter koalas, kangaroos, snakes, lizards and perhaps even Echnidas on the Walks.

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𝖪ᴇʀɪ𝗌ʜ3ᴅ

July 5, 2017

If you have a lot of time and the right equipment, google for "Grampians Peaks Trail" (I'm planning). Currently it's a 36.6km 3-day tour (2 nights) from Campground to Campground, which starts Halls Gap. When the trail is finished, it should be 13 days / 12 nights. The campgrounds must - even if i.d.R. No more than a Dunny (Plumpsklo) and a Rainwater tank (take along water treatment tablets) have to be booked. The park rangers probably know who to look for. ;)

Experience with multi-day-hikes is a prerequisite. Currently (6/07/2017) OSM does not know the ways yet; which they are not with Komoot. But Parks Victoria offers online maps.

In general, it is advisable to inform yourself before going on longer trips at Parks Victoria, if there are any special features. Blockages due to increased bushfire risk, e.g.

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𝖪ᴇʀɪ𝗌ʜ3ᴅ

July 5, 2017

From the street, The Pinnacle appears unnervingly high and potentially difficult to walk. The good news is that it is not, and the views from the lookout make every bit of effort worthwhile. It is one of the very best vantage points in the Grampians National Park for terrific scenic views over a vast expanse of western Victoria.

There are a number of walking options to reach The Pinnacle, varying in distance and difficulty. The easiest route to The Pinnacle departs from the Sundial carpark within the national park and ascends to The Pinnacle via Devils Gap. This is the best route to use if young children or unconfident walkers are part of your walking group. The 4.2km walk will take one and a half to two hours for the return trip. It does include some water crossings and rock-hopping, so good sturdy shoes are essential.

A more challenging walk departs from the aptly named Wonderland carpark and ascends via the impressive Grand Canyon. It does not resemble the American canyon of the same name but is equally impressive with its unique Australian rock formations, albeit on a smaller scale! The walk continues through the Silent Street before rising up to The Pinnacle.

For the really adventurous, you can walk to The Pinnacle from the base of the mountains, starting at the Halls Gap caravan park. This extended walk will take around five hours return so is suitable for fit and experienced walkers.

All these walks offer a variety of incredible rock formations to see and negotiate, as well as lush vegetation that has recovered from bushfires with fresh spurts of new growth. In springtime, wildflowers burst into life with their brilliant bright colours. With an abundance of wildlife living in the park, your walk may also include glimpses of koalas, kangaroos, snakes, skinks and maybe even an echidna or two.

Source: parkweb.vic.gov.au/visit/natural-wonders/the-pinnacle-in-the-grampians-you-can-do-it!

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Distance 189 m

Uphill 0 m

Downhill 30 m

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1. Splitters Falls – Silent Street Gorge loop from Halls Gap

2. Silent Street Gorge loop from Halls Gap

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