About Mount William
Mount William is the highest peak in Grampians National Park (Gariwerd) in western Victoria, located near Pomonal in the Rural City of Ararat. Rising to 1,167 metres above sea level, it is notable for its sealed access road to a high-altitude car park and a short summit walk offering 360-degree panoramic views over the Grampians ranges, surrounding plains and farmland.
Visitors guide
Visitors can drive via Mount William Road to the summit car park and then walk a managed, steep trail to the summit. The setting is an exposed alpine-like peak with rocky outcrops, low sub-alpine vegetation and expansive views. At the summit there is a cleared area with trig point and views across Halls Gap, the Wonderland and Serra Ranges. The area is within Grampians National Park with natural bushland, seasonal wildflowers and birdlife.
Key highlights
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Highest peak in Grampians National Park at 1,167 metres
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360-degree panoramic views from the summit over the Grampians and western plains
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Sealed Mount William Road providing high-altitude vehicle access to car park
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Short summit walking track from car park to peak
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Seasonal wildflower displays and native vegetation in spring
History of Mount William
Mount William was named in July 1836 by explorer Major Thomas Mitchell during his Australia Felix expedition, after King William IV. The broader Grampians region was later reserved as a national park and is now known as Grampians National Park (Gariwerd).
Culture & Context
Mount William lies within Gariwerd (Grampians National Park), a culturally significant landscape for the Djab Wurrung and Jardwadjali peoples, who have long association with the ranges. The park contains numerous rock art sites and is recognised for its Aboriginal cultural heritage values.
Route
| By air | Fly to Melbourne Airport (MEL), then drive approximately 260 km west via Western Highway (M8) to Ararat and Grampians National Park |
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