The magnificent region of the Grampians is arguably the best hiking and rock climbing destination in the entire state of Victoria. With many sightseeing spots and natural attractions, the Grampians welcomes visitors to indulge in a serene setting amid the gorgeous landscape of the picturesque mountain ranges.
Hollow Mountain is one of the most popular hiking spots in the Grampians region. With several tricky and scenic walking tracks, the region offers visitors fantastic hiking and rock climbing experience. A number of visitors claim this hiking experience is the best in Victoria.
Hollow Mountain Cave, Walk & Car Park Map Grampians, Victoria
The Hollow Mountain walk has a distance of 2.2km return and takes approximately 1-1.5 hours. The grade is Medium-Hard. Start your walk from the Hollow Mountain Carpark. Follow the signposted track through pines and eucalypts to the base of the iron-stained cliff. After a steep climb through fallen boulders and exposed ledges, a short uphill scramble will lead you to the rocky summit. Enjoy views over Mt Stapylton and the Wimmera Plains.
Wild flowering plants are also in abundance in this area, in particular, there are thousands of colourful wildflowers that surround the Wimmera Plains.
Apart from rock climbing and hiking, you can enjoy a picnic and scenic walking activities in this beautiful region. Whether you are with your family or friends, you can certainly plan for camping and picnicking in this area. Visitors planning a short vacation can choose the various accommodation choices available near the picnic sites and tourist spots.
Do you have any day tours or tours from Halls Gap to Hollow Mountain? I would even consider a private tour company. I’ve always wanted to see it and rely on public transport or tour companies. I can walk longer distances than most people so if there was a bus within a reasonable distance of it, that would be ok. I’m thinking of staying in Halls Gap for my birthday in January.
Thank you
Metta
Hi Metta,
I am not aware of any walking/hiking tours that take visitors to Hollow Mountan, so self guided tours are the only way to get up there.
Here are the details obtained from Parks Victoria about the walk:
Hollow Mountain – Distance: 2.2km return – Time: 1-1 ½ hours – Grade: Medium-Hard
Start: Hollow Mountain Carpark. Follow the sign posted track through native pines and eucalypts to the base of the iron stained cliff. After a steep climb through fallen boulders and exposed ledges a short uphill scramble will lead you to the rocky summit. Enjoy views over Mt Stapylton and the Wimmera Plains.
Hope this helps
Jess