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Ormiston Gorge
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Best Time
Apr–Sep
Entry Fee
Free
Drive Time
17h (Alice Springs base)
Access
All vehicles
- Water is very cold even in summer
- Ghost gums line the gorge — watch for falling branches
- Some walks require scrambling
The jewel of the West MacDonnell Ranges. Deep permanent waterhole surrounded by towering red quartzite walls. The Pound Walk (7.5km circuit) is one of Central Australia's best day walks.
Plan your visit
In a national park, you'll usually need an NT Parks Pass, and campsites & some walks must be booked in advance.
Explorer Verdict
VerifiedFree entryWell equipped
Best for
Multi-day adventures, photography, wildlife
Skip if
You want a quick stop close to town
Time needed
Full day to 3+ days
Best season
Apr–Sep
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Best Time to Visit
Apr–Sep
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Getting There
Distance from Darwin1600km
Drive Time17h (Alice Springs base)
4WD RequiredNo
Facilities
ToiletsCampingVisitor Centre
Safety Warnings
• Water is very cold even in summer
• Ghost gums line the gorge — watch for falling branches
• Some walks require scrambling
Distance
1600km from Darwin
Drive Time
17h (Alice Springs base)
Best Season
Apr–Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
Safety Warnings
• Water is very cold even in summer
• Ghost gums line the gorge — watch for falling branches
• Some walks require scrambling
Distance
1600km from Darwin
Drive Time
17h (Alice Springs base)
Best Season
Apr–Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
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Fuel Stations
8.0km
Ochre Pits Rest Area
Camping
19km
Sun & light times
Ormiston Gorge · ACST
Sunrise
05:19
Sunset
18:30
Day length13h 10m
Golden Hour AM
05:19 – 05:51
Golden Hour PM
17:58 – 18:30
Blue Hour AM
04:55 – 05:19
Blue Hour PM
18:30 – 18:54
Calculated with NOAA solar algorithm. Times are sun centre at the horizon (refraction-corrected).
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