Four days on the Grampians Peaks Trail - Northern Section |EP2|

[@johnsullivan2449]

Nice one Greg & Margie. The Natures Footpath looks like a Roman road. Great scenery 😀👍💚

[@gregyoung4640]

Thanks John. So many different landscapes. We met a few other walkers along the way, including a couple who were doing the full 13 days. I just hope that PV doesn’t create any more ‘Signature hiker camps’ on the trail - at present there’s two which happened to be on our night 2 and 3. These camps were used by commercial tour operators. The guided walkers had their own huts but shared the communal shelter. They more or less took over the shelter whilst entertaining with wine. This detracted from the remote walking and camping experience which PV advertises as a feature of the trail.

[@johnsullivan2449]

@@gregyoung4640 that’s disappointing, Greg. I wouldn’t put past PV to choose the $ ahead of the individual walkers experience. Those organised guided walk providers would have to be paying a license fee or some other financial arrangement. I wonder what sort of community consulting process they’re working through.

[@trevorevans7101]

Great hike Greg and Margie and well filmed and narrated Greg. Amazing rock formations right through. I'm sure that the 10-15km daily hiking wasn't as easy as it sounds with having to constantly watch your footing. Looking forward to the next video! Regards, Trevor from Gembrook.

[@gregyoung4640]

Thanks Trevor. As Margie might have mentioned the Grampians is one of our favourite walking areas. Good to know another local who likes bush walking.

[@peterstow]

Thank you Margie and Greg! A wonderful video. I'm doing the same section in a few weeks time and you've given me great insights into what to expect. Looking forward to it even more now.

[@gregyoung4640]

Thanks Peter, Hope you have a great walk and the weather is good. We plan on returning to the Grampians as soon as the Osteo arthritis in one of my my knees settles down - from a motorbike injury in my earlier days.

[@peterstow]

The guides refer to vermin at some of the camps. Was this a problem for you or do you have tips for food storage? I usually use sealed plastic bags but wonder if more protection is required. Wishing your knee a speedy recovery.@@gregyoung4640

[@hillsandmore1093]

Great video Greg and Margie, the scenery is MAGIC !! I have a big issue with the way Parks Victoria are going with these 'eco lodges' in such a spectacular area. My fear is the government and those high up in Parks dont care though.. the almighty dollar and 'think tank' people prevail. Im glad you had a great time though :)

[@gregyoung4640]

Thanks Mike. I agree, let's keep these places wild.