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Grampians Towns encompass a number of areas within a region known as “The Grampians“. Located in the western part of Victoria, the Grampians covers around 48,000 square kilometres.

The largest towns within this region include Hamilton, Horsham, Ararat and Stawell and there are a number of fun things to do whilst visiting these towns.

Grampians Towns, Regional Townships, Hotel & Motel Accommodation


Whilst vacationing in the beautiful Grampians region, make sure you don’t miss a short detour to the picturesque township of Halls Gap. Nestled amongst the stunning landscape and surrounded by lush green woodland, Halls Gap rests in the foothills of the Grampians.

Halls Gap boasts a number of natural attractions, including the popular Grampians National Park, Mount William, Clematis Falls, Fish Falls, Mackenzie Falls, Reed Lookout and the Pinnacle (widely considered the best lookout in the Grampians region).

Lake Bolac is a town that centres around a beautiful freshwater lake, also known as Lake Bolac. It is located on the Glenelg Highway near the Grampians and connects to the Ararat-Mortlake road, the Great Ocean Road and Grampians Road. Lake Bolac’s freshwater lake is one of the most popular tourist spots in the Grampians.

Dunkeld is a popular rural community often visited by tourists to the Grampian ranges. Located on the Glenelg Highway, the township of Dunkeld is a picturesque town boasting gorgeous mountainous landscapes and verdant forested areas.

The township is also regarded as the southern gateway to the Grampians. To cater the lodging needs of visitors, Dunkeld offers a remarkable variety of lodging options including several bed & breakfasts, hotels, motels and caravan parks.

Click the links below for a full list of the regional townships located in the Grampians region.



Halls Gap

Halls Gap

Halls Gap, VIC

Whilst vacationing in the beautiful Grampians region, make sure you don’t miss a short detour to the picturesque township of Halls Gap. Nestled amongst the stunning landscape and surrounded by lush green woodland...

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Horsham

Horsham

Horsham, VIC

The rural township of Horsham is a beautiful community in Victoria. Located in Western Victoria, Horsham is a large residential community which stretches over 4,329 square km. As a neighbouring town to the Shire of...

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Hamilton

Hamilton

Hamilton, VIC

Regarded as the Wool capital of Australia, Hamilton is a charming town near the popular Grampians region in Victoria. Located almost 295km west of Melbourne, Hamilton is a major commercial centre for south-west Victoria...

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Lake Bolac

Lake Bolac

Lake Bolac, VIC

Lake Bolac is a town that centres around a beautiful freshwater lake, also known as Lake Bolac. It is located on the Glenelg Highway near the Grampians and connects to the Ararat-Mortlake road, the Great Ocean Road and...

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Ararat

Ararat

Ararat, VIC

Nestled towards the eastern side of the breathtaking Grampians, the beautiful town of Ararat is a quaint countryside location perfect for a day trip or a fun-filled weekend getaway. Renowned for its rich farmland and...

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Stawell

Stawell

Stawell, VIC

The prosperous and lively city of Stawell is one of the most beautiful communities on the outer edge of the Grampians. Regarded as the service centre of this region, the township of Stawell is a thriving community known...

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Dunkeld

Dunkeld

Dunkeld, VIC

Located about 250km north-west from Melbourne, Dunkeld is a popular rural community often visited by tourists to the Grampians ranges. Located on the Glenelg Highway, the township of Dunkeld is a picturesque town...

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Balmoral

Balmoral

Balmoral, VIC

Balmoral is a tiny town nestled on the banks of the Glenelg River. The area is famed for its river red gums and its rustic countryside where the wool industry is still thriving. This destination was once referred to as...

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Macarthur

MacArthur

MacArthur, VIC

MacArthur is a small country town located in South-West Victoria. Considered as the gateway to the majestic Budj Bim National Park (Mount Eccles National Park) and the Kanawinka GeoPark, the town is home to significant...

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Avoca

Avoca

Avoca, VIC

The town of Avoca is located in the Pyrenees Shire, within the government area of West Central Highlands in Victoria. It was once a gold mining town during the 1850s, but today it has a thriving winery and agricultural...

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Beaufort

Beaufort

Beaufort, VIC

Beaufort is a laid-back, charming town located on the way to Ararat from Ballarat. Highly recommended as a scenic stopover, the small town is buzzing with cute cafes to unwind in, as well as walking trails for the...

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Haven

Haven

Haven, VIC

Haven is a small town located just south of Horsham in Victoria. Though tiny, the town has a tightly-knit community and a handful of exceptional attractions worth checking out. Haven Accommodation, General Store, Shops...

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Amphitheatre

Amphitheatre

Amphitheatre, VIC

Amphitheatre is a small town located along the Pyrenees Highway; southwest of Avoca in Victoria. Its history goes back to the 1800s; particularly during the gold rush after gold was first discovered in 1853...

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Penshurst

Penshurst

Penshurst, VIC

Penshurst is a popular town in Victoria, and an attraction in its own right, thanks to its rich heritage and stunning natural attractions. The town’s location at the foot of the iconic Mount Rouse makes for an...

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St Arnaud

St Arnaud

St Arnaud, VIC

St. Arnaud is a beautiful country town nestled between Avoca and Donald along the Sunraysia Highway. Though primarily a service district focused on farming, wine production, and merino wool, this town is known for its...

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Dimboola

Dimboola

Dimboola, VIC

Dimboola is a town in Victoria’s west; located halfway between Nhill and Horsham. It’s best known for its numerous historical sights and outdoor attractions, with something to offer for all ages and...

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Nhill

Nhill

Nhill, VIC

Nhill is a small town located on the Western Highway; 374km away from Melbourne, 74km from Horsham and 147km to Halls Gap. It’s best known for its merino grazing industry, though it’s also a significant...

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Cavendish

Cavendish

Cavendish, VIC

The Grampians region has a number of small townships within its area. Most of them were formed by various European settlements during the early 1900s. One such town is Cavendish, which was settled during the...

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Moyston

Moyston

Moyston, VIC

Located about 220 kms from the north-west of Melbourne, the township of Moyston is a quaint rural community renowned for its many remnants of the popular gold rush era. As a neighbouring town of Ararat and Pomonal, the...

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Murtoa

Murtoa

Murtoa, VIC

Murtoa is a town in the Wimmera region and is not too far away to one of the top attractions in all of Victoria: the majestic Grampians, with Halls Gap less than an hour away by car. The town, whose name translates to...

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Natimuk

Natimuk

Natimuk, VIC

Natimuk is a small town nestled between Edenhope and Horsham in the Wimmera region of western Victoria. With a history dating back to the 1870s, this town is rich in heritage and culture; evident in the numerous...

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Bellfield

Bellfield

Bellfield, VIC

Bellfield is a neighbouring town in the Grampians in Victoria. The township of Bellfield is a popular residential community boasting a population up to 1773 people. The town is easily accessible near to the majestic...

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Coleraine

Coleraine

Coleraine, VIC

Coleraine is a small, but a historical town in the Southern Grampians Shire Council area. With settlements in the area dating as far back as two centuries, it’s one of the oldest townships in all of Victoria. It...

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Great Western

Great Western

Great Western, VIC

Great Western is a quaint town in Victoria located just off the Western Highway and approximately 220 kms from Melbourne. With an approximate population of 650, the town of Great Western is a popular residential...

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Pimpinio

Pimpinio

Pimpinio, VIC

Pimpinio is a small rural town 18km north-west of Horsham in Victoria. It’s thought that the name comes from an old Aboriginal word referring to “a man that is squatting on his heels”. The history of...

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Buangor

Buangor

Buangor, VIC

Buangor is a small town east of Ararat, most of which is located on undulating land. In 1840, the town saw its first pastoral settlement; specifically in the Mount Cole area by brothers Colin and Alexander Campbell. The...

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Mafeking

Mafeking

Mafeking, VIC

Mafeking is a picturesque town in Victoria and is known for its aboriginal settlements and wineries. As one of the sites of the last gold rush in Victoria, Mafeking is also considered as a special heritage site in this...

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Rocklands

Rocklands

Rocklands, VIC

The Grampians is not only famous for its majestic mountain ranges and stunning landscape, but also popular for its unique attractions and the picturesque towns located near by. Whether or not you are a nature lover, the...

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Roses Gap

Roses Gap

Roses Gap, VIC

Roses Gap is a peaceful setting next to the beautiful Wartook Valley and is a flourishing residential community known for its many scenic attractions and various popular activities. With many natural attractions...

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Stuart Mill

Stuart Mill

Stuart Mill, VIC

Stuart Mill is a tranquil destination in the Strathfillan Valley. It’s often used as a stopover on the Sunraysia Highway and is a great place for travellers to unwind with Pyrenees wine or a coffee. What makes it...

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Branxholme

Branxholme

Branxholme, VIC

Branxholme is a small town located in the Southern Grampians region and south-west of Hamilton. It’s occupied by just a little over four hundred people, but it has rich historical ties. It was first occupied by...

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Dadswells Bridge

Dadswells Bridge

Dadswells Bridge, VIC

Dadswells Bridge is a small residential community nestled halfway between the picturesque town of Stawell and Horsham. This tiny community on the Western Highway is a quaint town near the Grampians National Park. A...

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Pomonal

Pomonal

Pomonal, VIC

The quaint township of Pomonal in the Grampians region is a popular tourist destination. Known for its wild flowering plants and famous nature walks, this serene township is truly a haven which sits towards the eastern...

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Willaura

Willaura

Willaura, VIC

Willaura is a picturesque country town near the township of Ararat in the Grampians. With a population of around 300, the town boasts a quaint community within a peaceful setting. The major part of the town comprises of...

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Maroona

Maroona

Maroona, VIC

Maroona is a small rural town located 20 kilometres south from Ararat and 229 kilometres from Melbourne. The town is located at the junction of the railway lines that lead to Hamilton and Geelong. Maroona, Hotel &...

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Tarrington

Tarrington

Tarrington, VIC

Tarrington is a popular community located close to the busy city of Hamilton. As a quaint township with numerous amenities, Tarrington is a renowned residential town in the Grampians region. Originally known as...

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Streatham

Streatham

Streatham, VIC

Streatham is a suburb in Victoria’s Western District and is located on the Glenelg Highway between Lake Bolac and Skipton. It was one of the first settlements in the area, with agriculture as the main industry up to the...

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Glenthompson

Glenthompson

Glenthompson, VIC

Located between the two popular cities of Hamilton and Ballarat and near to the Grampians region, Glenthompson is a picturesque town known for its residential communities and football teams. Nestled on a scenic...

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Westmere

Westmere

Westmere, VIC

Westmere is a small town located in the south-western region of Victoria and within the Rural City of Ararat council area. The tight-knit community is mostly made up of families who enjoy living in this peaceful area...

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Laharum

Laharum

Laharum, VIC

The township of Laharum is one of the most popular commercial hubs on the north-western border of the renowned Grampians in Victoria. With about 350 residents, the area of Laharum is a picturesque residential town known...

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