WalkHidden gem
Mount Abrupt
Dunkeld, Victoria
Steep climb above Dunkeld with big views across the volcanic plains.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 3 hours
The southern Grampians' signature climb, starting from the Mount Abrupt trailhead near Dunkeld. The track is steep and rocky and takes a few hours return, with views over Dunkeld and the plains from the top.
Good to know
- Start early in summer
- Wear proper shoes, the final section is rough
- Check Parks Victoria for walk closures after the 2024/25 bushfires
- Best time
- Morning
- Getting there
- Trailhead off the road south-west of Dunkeld
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- No dogs
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