Trail Fast Facts
Kalymna Falls - Mt William - Bomjinna is a 14.5km, grade 4 hike in Grampians National Park, Victoria. This hike typically takes 6 hours to complete.
Hike Overview
Kalymna Falls - Mt William - Bomjinna is a challenging 14.5 km, grade 4 hike in Grampians National Park, Victoria. This hike typically takes around six hours to complete and offers a variety of landscapes and experiences.
Starting from the Kalymna Falls campground, the hike follows a 4WD track uphill to a signposted turn-off for Kalymna Falls. The track then descends to the base of the 15-metre falls, which cascade over the sandstone cliffs. After taking in the view, hikers return via the same route to the 4WD track, turning right to ascend to the saddle just below Boundary Gap.
At the trail junction, hikers turn right and ascend to the summit of Mount William, which stands at 1153 metres and is marked by radio masts. After exploring the summit, the descent follows a bitumen road until reaching the gate and Mount William Carpark.
The next section of the hike requires good navigation skills, as the trail from Mount William Carpark to Bomjinna Campground is officially closed. Hikers must locate the start of the Bomjinna track on the northeastern side of the carpark. Though the first 100 metres are covered in debris, the trail becomes more apparent and descends across gullies back to the Bomjinna Campground.
Mount William, rising to 1167 metres, is the tallest peak in the Grampians. The ascent involves driving most of the way up before parking and walking the rest. The climb is steep but offers fantastic views along a sealed road. As you climb, the vegetation changes with the altitude; tall eucalyptus trees on the lower slopes gradually give way to dwarfed trees and then to low, windswept bushes and grasses.
Visiting on a crisp winter's day might reward you with the sight of snow covering the sub-alpine vegetation. Climbing to the highest point in the Grampians, known as Mount William (Duwul), reveals 360-degree views of jagged mountain ranges and open plains. For a particularly stunning experience, plan your hike for just before sunset or sunrise to see the landscape bathed in beautiful colours.
Track Grade
Grade 4 (Hard) - Challenging Walks for Experienced Walkers: Grade 4 on the AWTGS signifies challenging walking tracks. Bushwalking experience is recommended for these tracks, which may be long, rough, and very steep. Directional signage may be limited, requiring a good sense of navigation. These walks are suited for experienced walkers who are comfortable with steeper inclines, rougher terrain, and potentially longer distances.
Tips
Bomjinna Campground and the walk from Bomjinna Campground to Mount William Carpark is now officially closed due to the Kalymna area providing a enhanced experience for walkers and picnickers to this area.
Map and GPX file
Max elevation: 1157 m
Min elevation: 359 m
Total climbing: 1029 m
Total descent: -1066 m
Trail Location (trailhead)
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Getting there
16km west of Moyston on Mount William Picnic Ground Road; this road is unsealed and suitable for two wheel drive vehicles.
About the region
Renowned for rugged mountain ranges, rich cultural heritage and breathtaking scenic views, the 168,000 hectare park is ideal for a wide range of outdoor activities. The many walking tracks will take you on a journey to waterfall vistas, ancient geological rock features and forests. There are guided tours, and with a large network of roads available, car touring is a great way to explore. Renowned as the major attraction in the region, the Grampians National Park is a must-visit destination for all travellers, backpackers and day-trippers in Victoria. The spectacular setting of the mountainous landscape boasts a wide array of attractions and activities for visitors to the region. The Grampians National Park (also Gariwerd), commonly referred to as The Grampians, is a national park in the Grampians region of Victoria, Australia. The 167,219-hectare (413,210-acre) national park is situated between Stawell and Horsham on the Western Highway and Dunkeld on the Glenelg Highway, 260 kilometres west of Melbourne and 460 kilometres east of Adelaide.
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Gear to consider
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