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Reed Lookout

Tourist attraction β€’ Hiking area β€’ Vista point

One of the Best Places To Visits in Zumsteins


Address

Ararat-Halls Gap Rd, Zumsteins VIC 3381, Australia

Website

parkweb.vic.gov.au

Contact

+61 3 8627 4700

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (1.4K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: sunset (10) lookout (9) views (8) Grampians (7) view (7) great (6) walk (6)
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  • 5/5 S C. 2 years ago on Google
    Arguably the best views in all of The Grampians. It can be a real challenge to get up there, but it’s a great workout. Gets very cold up there with all the wind, so bring a jacket amongst your things. Also recommend wearing some sturdy boots with grip; I was wearing my comfy runners and was constantly mindful not to slip. Took us maybe an hour each way.
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  • 4/5 Smriti J. 1 year ago on Google
    Reed lookout is absolutely picturesque! Very short walk from car park. You do see beautiful lake in the middle of hills on one side, and deep valley surrounded by hills on the other! Good point to stop over on the way to Mackenzie falls and spend some time appreciating the beauty!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Ran P. 1 year ago on Google
    This is an ideal place if you want to be with family for a sunset. Arrive at least 10 min before sunset to se how the colour of the sky changes as the sunsets over the mountains. The vistas over Victoria Valley and the mountains beyond are stunning. Please drive carefully after sunset, so many kangaroos crossing the roads.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 aussirose t. 2 years ago on Google
    Right near the carpark. No walking required. Huge 180d view and also a great view over Wartook Reservior on the other side of the carpark. Was a bit of haze in the distance when we were there so no the best photos.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Fikri J. 11 months ago on Google
    As shared by many other visitors and local guides, this lookout is a great spot for families and friends or couples to catch the sunset at the Grampians. There is a carpark nearby the lookout so it’s really easy to find your way. Head to the fire tower to catch a nicer view of the sunset. Carpark is free too and there was plenty of space. Arrived about 15 mins before sunset. Nice view of the Grampians at sunset from up there.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Jamie P. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful place to watch the sunset. Make sure you check sunset times before going. There are 3 places to watch it, but best place is up the long drive way.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Ranjeetha V. 6 months ago on Google
    I visited this lookout in the afternoon, and the view was absolutely breathtaking. Although it's recommended to visit during sunrise for an even more stunning experience, the scenery was still impressive. It's a perfect spot for family outings or picnics, with something for everyone to enjoy.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Carol W. 1 year ago on Google
    Just across the car park is Reed Lookout. Heavily treed view towards Dunkeld. Walk along a well formed path to The Balconies. Prepared to be wowed. Fantastic views. Breathe deeply and enjoy.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Brenda L. 5 months ago on Google
    Must do quick stop every time I'm in the Grampians, no brainer since it's always on the way to somewhere. Great sunset spot but tends to be a lot of people

  • 5/5 Matt T. 5 months ago on Google
    So peaceful up here. Very little traffic So the air is fresh :)

  • 5/5 PULKIT K. 9 months ago on Google
    Beautiful look out. You can also visit The balconies look out from here about 15min easy walk. Kids friendly.

  • 5/5 Celestine 7 months ago on Google
    Highly accessible compared to the balconies. If you can’t walk, just come to the reed lookout. Basically very similar views. Would recommend.

  • 5/5 Gurmukh S. 6 months ago on Google
    Its very calm place at the peak from where I enjoyed watching eagles flying above dense trees searching for their pray, dive and taking flights. Was a great fun during our trip to Grampians. I wish If I have had a binocular with me to see them closely

  • 5/5 James S. 1 year ago on Google
    Two awesome viewing platforms at the car park, but the 15 min walk (each way) is well worth it for the sights along the way.

  • 5/5 Aditya R. 1 year ago on Google
    My buddy and I went there yesterday, 22nd April night, right after Ramadan, the moon was in a completely opposite direction, no moonlight, it was a peak time to see Lyrids meteor shower, got these incredible shots of Milky way Galaxy. The Galaxy was visible with naked eyes ;)

  • 5/5 Pam S. 1 year ago on Google
    This lookout is very easily accessible to all. It is a few steps from the car park and provides expansive views across the Grampians. There are no facilities here, eg. toilets, water. To the right, there is an asphalt road up to the Reeds Fire Lookout. There is a barrier at the base to prevent cars from driving up. It is a fairly steep walk, but short, and the views are equally spectacular. There was a distance/destination dial at the summit indicating peaks, ranges, gaps. Worth the little extra exercise!

  • 5/5 Andrew K. 1 year ago on Google
    A great stop off on the way to our from McKenzies Falls. Spectacular views, enhanced while there by smoke from fuel reduction burns. Easy access for all abilities.

  • 4/5 PH T. 1 year ago on Google
    Another side of GNP and great forest await you with mutliple cliff mountain at the far side. Short drive from main road.

  • 5/5 R B. 1 year ago on Google
    Panoramic view of Grampians just few steps as you come out of the car at the parking lot. Could be difficult to find parking during school holidays. This is also where the Balconies access but 1 km return from the car parking. Beautiful views on the way through to the balcony.

  • 5/5 kirstie H. 1 year ago on Google
    Great spot!! No toilets here, old tracks have been blocked and a rail in place at the edge. Spectacular views

  • 4/5 IvΓ‘n 2 years ago on Google
    A beautiful lookout, easy to get there, the carpark is very close from the panoramic scenery. If you walk in a opposite direction you can go to the pinnacle lookout that's more challenging, with slippery rocks. This lookout is perfect for a sunny day


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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