Discover Dunkeld

A tranquil arboretum, rugged mountain peaks and a fine-dining restaurant.  Dunkeld is a town of striking contrasts and remarkable experiences.

Nestled at the foot of Mount Sturgeon, the southern tip of the Grampians National Park and the Great Dividing Range is Dunkeld; a town that embraces its natural environment in all its magnificent shapes and forms.

Peacefully wander through the picturesque Dunkeld Arboretum.  This sanctuary is home to native flora, tranquil billabongs and towering red gums.  Meander along the tracks, across the bridges, through the labyrinth and place yourself on the pier to watch Mount Abrupt alight in a red glow as the sun sets.

Spoilt for choice with hikes and panoramic vistas, Dunkeld affords you easy access to not one but three mountainous peaks; Mount Sturgeon, Mount Piccaninny and Mount Abrupt. Dunkeld is also the southern gateway to the Grampians Peaks Trail, expected to be completed in December 2020. Varying in difficulty and length, there is a hike and a view for everyone in Gariwerd, through each of the six seasons recognised by traditional owners.

It’s a feast for the senses at the critically acclaimed Royal Mail Hotel; home of fine-dining restaurant, Wickens, and casual diner, Parker Street Project.  Wickens at the Royal Mail Hotel was awarded 2 Hats in the 2019 Good Food Guide Awards, along with Regional Wine List of the Year with their 28,000 bottle wine cellar.  Gaze upon the stunning backdrop of the Grampians while you dine and undoubtedly enjoy one of the most memorable and delectable food experiences in Australia.

With breathtaking Mount Abrupt in the background, the prestigious Dunkeld Polo and the Dunkeld Cup take place annually at the Dunkeld Racecourse.  These greatly-anticipated, highly-coveted and horse-focused days are a highlight for Dunkeld residents and a chance for visitors to meet the locals.

And with Dunkeld positively spoilt for choice with a variety of unique accommodation options, stay on and experience it all in Dunkeld.