Start | (-23.6717846,133.8850785) |
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Finish | (-23.5806423,132.5796883) |
Mode (end) | Car Shuttle Car |
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional side trip takes you to the Wallaby Gap along the creek bed. Expect 10 minutes of moving time out & back. To start this optional side trip: Turn right Details below.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This little side trip takes you to the Scorpion Pool where you can see some scorpions --hence the name-- and spot some birdlife as well. Expect 10-15 minutes of moving time out & back. To start this optional side trip: Turn right Details below.
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Hat Hill Saddle
Hat Hill Saddle
This scenic point offer you great southerly views over the surrounding land, especially around sunrise/sunset.
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This scenic point offer you great southerly views over the surrounding land, especially around sunrise/sunset.
Hat Hill Saddle Campsite
Hat Hill Saddle Campsite
This campsite is often used by people hiking the Larapinta Trail even though it is not a designated campsite and has no water & facilites. The exceptional views over the hill makes for great sunsets/sunrises though.
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This campsite is often used by people hiking the Larapinta Trail even though it is not a designated campsite and has no water & facilites. The exceptional views over the hill makes for great sunsets/sunrises though.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional side trip takes you to the permanent waterhole along Roe Creek at Simpsons Gap. You can't swim in the waterhole, but the possibility of seeing a black-footed rock wallaby in this peaceful place can make the 25-30 minutes you'll spend worthwhile. To start this optional side trip: Turn right Details below. |
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This little side trip takes you to the Bond Gap where you can see some contrast in colour as mentioned in the description. To start this optional side trip: Continue straight Details below.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional side trip takes you to the Wallaby Gap along the creek bed. Expect 10 minutes of moving time out & back. To start this optional side trip: Turn right Details below. The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This side trip takes you to Mulga Campsite where there are picnic tables & seats and a toilet. Set amidst Mulga trees -- hence the name-- , this site features a softer flat surface. To start this optional side trip: Turn sharp left Details below. Spring Gap
Spring Gap
Featuring lovely little waterholes that are best viewed after some decent rain, Spring Gap offers you a tranquil & shaded resting spot if you'd like to pause and take in the scenery.
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Featuring lovely little waterholes that are best viewed after some decent rain, Spring Gap offers you a tranquil & shaded resting spot if you'd like to pause and take in the scenery.
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The starting point of an alternate route. This alternate high "Ridge Route" is more scenic and offers panoramic 360-degree views over the land, yet is much more challenging due to the steepness of the track. To follow the alternate route: Veer right Details below.
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This is the end of the alternate route. Turn right to rejoin the main route at the 8.6 km waypoint. Details below.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional side trip takes you into Standley Chasm aka ‘Angkerle Atwatye’, which means ‘Gap of Water’. The 3-metre wide chasm is home to multiple bird species, wallabies and lizards. Please buy a ticket from the kiosk and respect the Arrente people, which are the traditional owners of the land. To start this optional side trip: Turn left Details below. |
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This little side trip takes you to a lookout where you can get great southerly views over the land. Expect 5 minutes of moving time out & back. To start this optional side trip: Turn left Details below.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional but recommended side trip takes you to the Bridle Path Lookout. Expect impressive views of rockfaces and the valley below. To start this optional side trip: Turn sharp left Details below.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional side trip takes you to the Wallaby Gap along the creek bed. Expect 10 minutes of moving time out & back. To start this optional side trip: Turn right Details below. The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This side trip takes you to Mulga Campsite where there are picnic tables & seats and a toilet. Set amidst Mulga trees -- hence the name-- , this site features a softer flat surface. To start this optional side trip: Turn sharp left Details below. Stuart's Pass Campsite
Stuart's Pass Campsite
A basic campsite that offers you no amenities, so you need to be self-sufficient. The ground is soft and sandy as the campsite is along a riverbed. The place is named afterJohn McDouall Stuart, who was an explorer that passed through here in 1860.
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A basic campsite that offers you no amenities, so you need to be self-sufficient. The ground is soft and sandy as the campsite is along a riverbed. The place is named afterJohn McDouall Stuart, who was an explorer that passed through here in 1860.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This side trip takes you to Rocky Gully Campsite (and the group campsite further away), which is located on the bed of a usually dry stream. To start this optional side trip: Turn left Details below.
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The starting point of an alternate access track. An alternate access point from/to Ellery Creek Big Hole Campsite & Day Use Area (old Section 7 trailhead). If you're coming from the east and want to use the old southern alignment, take this route. Details below.
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The starting point of an alternate access track. An alternate access point from/to Ellery Creek Big Hole Campsite & Day Use Area (old Section 7 trailhead). If you're coming from the west and want to use the old southern alignment, take this route. Details below.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This little side trip takes you to a lookout where you can get great southerly views over the land. Expect 5 minutes of moving time out & back. To start this optional side trip: Turn left Details below.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional but recommended side trip takes you to the Serpentine Gorge where there is a secluded waterhole sacred to the Western Arrernte people. Veer right before you come to the gorge to get to the lookout that looks over the waterhole and into the gorge. To start this optional side trip: Turn right Details below. |
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This highly recommended side trip takes you to the Counts Point viewpoint where there is a campsite as well (tent pads only). Breathtaking views of the surrounding land await you. To start this optional side trip: Veer right Details below.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional but recommended side trip takes you to the Serpentine Gorge where there is a secluded waterhole sacred to the Western Arrernte people. Veer right before you come to the gorge to get to the lookout that looks over the waterhole and into the gorge. To start this optional side trip: Turn right Details below.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional but recommended side trip takes you to the Bridle Path Lookout. Expect impressive views of rockfaces and the valley below. To start this optional side trip: Turn sharp left Details below. The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This considerable side trip takes you to the Serpentine Chalet Bush Camp, passing by the Serpentine Chalet itself (ruins) along the way. Will add around an hour of moving time to your hike (out & back). To start this optional side trip: Turn sharp left Details below. |
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The starting point of an alternate route. This alternate high "Ridge Route" is more scenic and offers panoramic 360-degree views over the land, yet is much more challenging due to the steepness of the track. To follow the alternate route: Veer right Details below. |
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This side trip takes you to Rocky Gully Campsite (and the group campsite further away), which is located on the bed of a usually dry stream. To start this optional side trip: Turn left Details below.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional but recommended side trip takes you to the Bridle Path Lookout. Expect impressive views of rockfaces and the valley below. To start this optional side trip: Turn sharp left Details below. The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This considerable side trip takes you to the Serpentine Chalet Bush Camp, passing by the Serpentine Chalet itself (ruins) along the way. Will add around an hour of moving time to your hike (out & back). To start this optional side trip: Turn sharp left Details below.
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The starting point of an alternate route. This alternate high "Ridge Route" is more scenic and offers panoramic 360-degree views over the land, yet is much more challenging due to the steepness of the track. To follow the alternate route: Veer right Details below. |
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This side trip takes you to Rocky Gully Campsite (and the group campsite further away), which is located on the bed of a usually dry stream. To start this optional side trip: Turn left Details below.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This little side trip takes you to the Scorpion Pool where you can see some scorpions --hence the name-- and spot some birdlife as well. Expect 10-15 minutes of moving time out & back. To start this optional side trip: Turn right Details below. |
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This side trip takes you to Rocky Gully Campsite (and the group campsite further away), which is located on the bed of a usually dry stream. To start this optional side trip: Turn left Details below. The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This side trip takes you you to the permanent waterhole in Redbank Gorge, where you can swim in the cool waters of Davenport Creek and spot some wildlife as well. Expect 35-40 minutes of moving time (out&back) added to your hike. To start this optional side trip: Continue straight Details below.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional but recommended side trip takes you to the Bridle Path Lookout. Expect impressive views of rockfaces and the valley below. To start this optional side trip: Turn sharp left Details below. The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This considerable side trip takes you to the Serpentine Chalet Bush Camp, passing by the Serpentine Chalet itself (ruins) along the way. Will add around an hour of moving time to your hike (out & back). To start this optional side trip: Turn sharp left Details below. |
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Class 5/6 Very challenging |
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Length | 227.2 km |
Time | 13 days, 15 days to 20 days |
Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) |
Gradient | Very steep and difficult rock scrambles (5/6) |
Signage | Directional signs along the way (3/6) |
Infrastructure | Limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) (4/6) |
Experience Required | High level of bushwalking experience recommended (5/6) |
Weather | Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6) |