Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park closed due to ongoing bushfires
Current closures
For public safety the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park remains closed to the public due to the ongoing fire threat as well as hazardous trees that are within the National Park.
There is no access or camping permitted in the area; fines may apply if you are found crossing through traffic management point road closed signs.
For campers with forward bookings, please contact Parks Victoria on 13 19 63 for further advice.
Upcoming weather and reopening plan
We are expecting challenging conditions over the coming weekend with very hot, dry and windy weather forecast on both Saturday and Sunday, combined with warm temperatures overnight on Saturday night. Conditions are forecast to ease Sunday evening into Monday.
If the fire remains within current containment lines and no significant fire activity is experienced, fire agencies are looking to re-open Halls Gap to businesses and visitors during next week.
The reopening of non-fire affected sections of the Grampians National Park will be assessed at the same time.
These decisions will be made in consultation with local municipalities, business/tourism groups and Parks Victoria.
Visitors to the area
The threat to townships has reduced, but community members and visitors to the open areas are reminded to stay vigilant and monitor conditions as situations can change quickly. Stay up to date on the VicEmergency Website or App www.emergency.vic.gov.au.
While the Grampians National Park remains closed, there are still other places that you can visit. Surrounding communities are open and are welcoming visitors – these communities need your support.
For ideas for where else you can visit, go to: www.parks.vic.gov.au or https://www.visitgrampians.com.au
The Grampians National Park will be reopened when it is safe to do so, we understand the priority to have this opened as soon as possible.
Information about the fire
The Grampians National Park fire which started on 17 December 2024, is now over 76,000 hectares, with a perimeter of over 400km.
Crews, aircraft and heavy machinery continue to focus on containing the remaining active fire and hotspots.
Controlled burning out operations have been undertaken over the past few days to help strengthen our containment lines.
Use multiple sources to stay informed
- www.emergency.vic.gov.au
- VicEmergency Hotline freecall 1800 226 226
- VicEmergency app
- Facebook or Twitter (#vicfires)
- Tune in to ABC Local Radio, ABC 774AM, commercial and designated community radio stations, or Sky News TV.
- Information on current road closures is available via 13 11 70 or the VicTraffic website https://traffic.transport.vic.gov.au
To access this information in other languages, call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 (freecall) and ask them to call VicEmergency Hotline.
If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment contact National Relay Service on 1800 555 677 and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.
Bushfire smoke
Smoke from the bushfire and burning operations is affecting some surrounding areas.
Exposure to bushfire smoke may affect your health – particularly if you have a pre-existing lung condition such as chronic bronchitis, emphysema or asthma.
If you are experiencing any symptoms that may be due to smoke exposure, contact Nurse-on-Call on 1300 60 60 24 (this is a phone service that allows you to discuss any health-related issue with a registered nurse, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for the cost of a local call from anywhere in Victoria).
More Information is on the Better Health website.
Wildlife
If you come across injured wildlife, contact the Wildlife Coordinator on 1300 356 682. There are wildlife welfare crews conducting assessments with vets to care for injured wildlife and food drops are being conducted throughout the Grampians National Park.
Mental health
It is normal to have strong emotional or physical reactions following a distressing event. There is always help available through: Your doctor
Local mental health professionals
- Lifeline - 131 114
- Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636
- MensLine - 1300 789 978
- Kid’s Help Line - 1800 55 1800
- Parent Line - 13 22 89
