

There is
an extensive network of tracks and trails of varying levels of difficulty, from the challenging Mt Rosea Trail that passes through forest and sandstone outcrops to the gentle one-hour return MacKenzie Falls Trail.
National parks in the region are a haven for birds, with nearly 45 per cent of all bird species found in Victoria being identified here. The Little Desert and Wyperfeld national parks are home to the extraordinary Mallee Fowl, one of the few birds in the world to build a mound for its eggs. Reptiles and mammals, including emus, kangaroos and bandicoots are also plentiful.

The Grampians region is one of Victoria's main centres for rock climbing and abseiling, offering both challenging and easier climbs on various rock faces, including the internationally-renowned Mt Arapiles. Other popular outdoor activities include fishing and boating in the region's unique inland system of lakes and rivers.
