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Simpsons Gap
Be the first to review·1490km · 16h (Alice Springs + 18km)
🚗 16h (Alice Springs + 18km)📍 1490km💰 Free
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Best Time
Apr–Sep
Entry Fee
Free
Drive Time
16h (Alice Springs + 18km)
Access
All vehicles
Flash flooding possible after rainHeat — carry water18km bike ride from Alice Springs
Most accessible of the West MacDonnell gaps. Narrow cleft in the quartzite ranges with a semi-permanent waterhole. Black-footed rock wallabies are often seen in the early morning and late afternoon.
Plan your visit
In a national park, you'll usually need an NT Parks Pass, and campsites & some walks must be booked in advance.
56Worth it
Explorer Verdict
Solid spot — worth a stop if you're nearby.
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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Getting There
Distance from Darwin1490km
Drive Time16h (Alice Springs + 18km)
4WD RequiredNo
Facilities
ToiletsParkingCycling Path from Alice Springs
Safety Warnings
• Flash flooding possible after rain
• Heat — carry water
• 18km bike ride from Alice Springs
Distance
1490km from Darwin
Drive Time
16h (Alice Springs + 18km)
Best Season
Apr–Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
Safety Warnings
• Flash flooding possible after rain
• Heat — carry water
• 18km bike ride from Alice Springs
Distance
1490km from Darwin
Drive Time
16h (Alice Springs + 18km)
Best Season
Apr–Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
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Sun & light times
Simpsons Gap · ACST
Sunrise
05:46
Sunset
17:55
Day length12h 08m
Golden Hour AM
05:46 – 06:16
Golden Hour PM
17:25 – 17:55
Blue Hour AM
05:24 – 05:46
Blue Hour PM
17:55 – 18:17
Calculated with NOAA solar algorithm. Times are sun centre at the horizon (refraction-corrected).
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