The Pinnacle Lookout is one of the most spectacular vantage points in the Grampians National Park! Embark on a mountain-top adventure and discover stunning views, caves, waterfalls, and more along the way!
The view from the top is simply incredible, with a rocky outcrop serving as a remarkable lookout which offers unrivalled views of the scenery below!
How to get to The Pinnacle
There are multiple walking options to reach The Pinnacle, the easiest of which begins from the Sundial Carpark.
If you decide to undertake one of the more challenging walks to reach The Pinnacle then you will be rewarded with numerous beautiful iconic attractions along the way, including
Bridal Veil Falls, the
Grand Canyon,
Silent Street and more.
HOW HIGH IS THE PINNACLE?
The Pinnacle sits at a whopping 720 metres above sea level, offering absolutely gorgeous views of the surrounding mountain ridges, valleys and lakes.
This sounds daunting for a walk! But the ascent from the Sundial Carpark is only 110 metres, from Wonderland Carpark 280 metres, and from Halls Gap it's 400 metres.
So you can choose your walk option based on how high you want to climb!
Different walk options to the Pinnacle
Walk from the Sundial Carpark
- Distance: 4.2 km return
- Time: 2 hrs
- Starting point: Sundial Carpark
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Points of interest: Pretty views along the walk, Pinnacle Lookout
- Easiest walk to reach The Pinnacle, best option if bringing children
- Sundial carpark has picnic tables and toilets
Walk from the Wonderland Carpark
- Distance: 4 km return
- Time: 3 hrs
- Starting point: Wonderland Carpark
- Difficulty: Moderate / hard - steep, rocky areas
- Points of interest: Grand Canyon, Cool Chamber, Bridal Veil Falls, Silent Street, Pinnacle Lookout
- More challenging walk to reach The Pinnacle
- Wonderland carpark has toilets
- Images in the photo gallery on this page were taken along this walk
Walk from the Halls Gap Botanical Garden
- Distance: 9.4 km return
- Time: 5 hrs
- Starting point: Halls Gap Botanical Garden (Venus Baths walk)
- Difficulty: Moderate / hard - long walk, steep, rocky areas
- Points of interest: Botanical Gardens, Stoney Creek, Venus Baths, Splitters Falls, Grand Canyon, Cool Chamber, Bridal Veil Falls, Silent Street, Pinnacle Lookout
- Most challenging walk to reach the Pinnacle
- Barbecue facilities, playground and toilets available nearby at the Halls Gap Playground and Picnic Area.
Are dogs allowed at The Pinnacle?
No, dogs are not permitted at The Pinnacle.
Please note that dogs are not allowed in the Grampians National Park except within vehicles on sealed roads and in sealed
parking areas.
Stay safe while visiting The Pinnacle
The walk to The Pinnacle takes you past cliffs and drops, please observe all signage and do not cross any safety barriers when you get to the top.
Halls Gap
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