The Balconies & Reed Lookout
The Balconies
Two parallel sandstone slabs jutting out over the cliff, shaped like open jaws. They are the Grampians' most classic photo spot for a group shot.
From the Reed Lookout car park, first climb to the lookout platform beside the fire lookout tower, and admire the Victoria Valley and Lake Wartook. Then follow a forest trail for about 1 km to the Balconies, a round trip of about 2 km and 1 hour along an easy path. The Balconies are also called the "Lion's Jaw". Visitors used to stand on the rock slabs for photos, but climbing is now prohibited by railings. The silhouettes at sunset, backlit, are most beautiful.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Venus Baths
- Boroka Lookout
- Chatauqua Peak & Clematis Falls
- The Pinnacle Lookout
- Grampians Peaks Trail
- Halls Gap
- MacKenzie Falls (Mikunung Wira)
- Brambuk – The National Park and Cultural Centre