Start | (-23.6717846,133.8850785) |
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Finish | (-23.5806423,132.5796883) |
Mode (end) | Car Shuttle Car |
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After another 85 m (at the intersection of Cemetery Walk & Larapinta Trail Section 1) continue straight, to head along Larapinta Trail Section 1.
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After another 1.7 km (from the Larapinta Trail Section 1) continue straight, to head along Larapinta Trail Section 1.
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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 here. On returning from this side trip error >360 when you get back to this intersection. 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 here. On returning from this side trip error >360 when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
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After another 1.5 km (from the Larapinta Trail Section 1) veer right, to head along Larapinta Trail Section 1.
After another 2.4 km find the "Hat Hill Saddle" (6 m on your right).
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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 here. On returning from this side trip turn right when you get back to this intersection. 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 here. On returning from this side trip continue straight when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
After another 1.1 km (from the Larapinta Trail Section 2) turn left, to head along Larapinta Trail Section 2.
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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 here. On returning from this side trip continue straight when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
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After another 60 m (from the Larapinta Trail Section 2) continue straight, to head along Larapinta Trail Section 2.
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At the intersection of Larapinta Trail Section 2 & Larapinta Trail Section 3 Start heading along Larapinta Trail Section 3 (a walking track).
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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 take the alternate route veer right here. Details below.
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The alternate route finishes here. 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 here. On returning from this side trip continue straight when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
After another 325 m (from the Larapinta Trail Section 3) turn right, to head along Larapinta Trail Section 3.
After another 30 m come to "Standley Chasm Kiosk".
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Find the Standley Chasm Kiosk at the start.
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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 here. On returning from this side trip turn left when you get back to this intersection. 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 here. On returning from this side trip continue straight when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
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After another 2 km (from the Larapinta Trail Section 4) continue straight, to head along Larapinta Trail Section 4.
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After another 730 m (from the Larapinta Trail Section 4) continue straight, to head along Larapinta Trail Section 4.
After another 10 m find the "Stuart's Pass Campsite" (6 m on your left).
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After another 2.8 km (from the Larapinta Trail Section 4) veer right, to head along Larapinta Trail Section 4.
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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 here. On returning from this side trip continue straight when you get back to this intersection. 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 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 here. On returning from this side trip turn left when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
After another 3 m (at the intersection of Serpentine Gorge Walk & Larapinta Trail Section 7) turn left, to head along Larapinta Trail Section 7 (a vehicle track).
After another 200 m (from the Larapinta Trail Section 7) continue straight, to head along Larapinta Trail Section 7.
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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 here. On returning from this side trip turn left when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
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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 here. On returning from this side trip error >360 when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
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After another 2.4 km (from the Larapinta Trail Section 9) continue straight, to head along Larapinta Trail Section 9.
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From the Larapinta Trail Section 11 veer right, to head along Larapinta Trail Section 11 (a walking track).
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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 here. On returning from this side trip turn sharp left when you get back to this intersection. 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) |
Item | From Start | Name & link to notes |
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Shelter
| 130 m | Larapinta Trail Information |
Camp site
| 13.9 km | Wallaby Gap |
Toilet
| 13.9 km | [toilet] |
Campsite
| 22.4 km | Hat Hill Saddle Campsite |
Camp site
| 24.3 km | Larapinta Walkers Campsite |
Shelter
| 24.4 km + 130 m | Simpsons Gap |
Shelter
| 24.5 km | Larapinta Trail Information |
Toilet
| 24.5 km | [toilet] |
Camp site
| 24.6 km | Larapinta Group Camping |
Shelter
| 24.7 km | [shelter] |
Toilet
| 24.9 km | [toilet] |
Camp site
| 40.7 km + 155 m | Mulga Camp |
Toilet
| 40.7 km + 160 m | [toilet] |
Camp site
| 50.3 km | Jay Creek |
Toilet
| 50.3 km | [toilet] |
Camp site
| 58.8 km | Millers Flat |
Seat
| 63.6 km | [seat] |
Seat
| 63.7 km | [seat] |
Camp site
| 63.8 km | Standley Chasm |
Toilet
| 63.8 km | [toilet] |
Camp site
| 73.2 km | [camp site] |
Campsite
| 76.3 km | Stuart's Pass Campsite |
Shelter
| 79.9 km | [shelter] |
Toilet
| 79.9 km | [toilet] |
Camp site
| 79.9 km | Section 4/5 Junction |
Campsite
| 91.4 km | Fringe Lilly Creek Campsite |
Shelter
| 95.2 km | Hugh Gorge Larapinta Trail Camp Site |
Shelter
| 95.4 km | Hugh Gorge Campsite |
Seat
| 102.1 km | [seat] |
Camp site
| 102.1 km | Ghost Gum Flat |
Toilet
| 110.1 km + 280 m | [toilet] |
Camp site
| 110.1 km + 280 m | Rocky Gully camp site |
Camp site
| 110.1 km + 680 m | Rocky Gully group camp site |
Camp site
| 120 km + 4.5 km | Ellery Creek Big Hole - West MacDonnell NP |
Shelter
| 120 km + 4.6 km | Larapinta Trail Information |
Toilet
| 120 km + 4.6 km | [toilet] |
Shelter
| 123.3 km | Ellery Creek North - Larapinta Trailhead Shelter (6/7) |
Camp site
| 131.9 km + 3.7 km | [camp site] |
Camp site
| 131.9 km + 6.7 km | [camp site] |
Shelter
| 134.6 km | [shelter] |
Camp site
| 134.6 km | Serpentine Gorge camp site |
Toilet
| 134.6 km | [toilet] |
Camp site
| 135.2 km | Larapinta Trail Camping |
Shelter
| 135.4 km | Larapinta Trail Information |
Toilet
| 135.4 km | [toilet] |
Camp site
| 137.2 km | [camp site] |
Camp site
| 142.2 km + 760 m | [camp site] |
Camp site
| 148.4 km + 2.8 km | Serpentine Chalet Bush Camping |
Toilet
| 148.4 km | [toilet] |
Shelter
| 148.4 km | Larapinta Trail Information |
Shelter
| 148.5 km | [shelter] |
Camp site
| 161.1 km | Waterfall Gorge camp site |
Camp site
| 163.1 km | [camp site] |
Camp site
| 164.3 km | Hermits Hideaway |
Shelter
| 176.6 km | Larapinta Trail Information |
Toilet
| 176.6 km | Ormiston Gorge |
Camp site
| 176.9 km | Ormiston Gorge Campground - West MacDonnell NP |
Camp site
| 176.9 km | Coach Camping |
Toilet
| 177 km | [toilet] |
Camp site
| 181.7 km | [camp site] |
Toilet
| 185.7 km | [toilet] |
Camp site
| 185.7 km | Finke River camp site |
Shelter
| 185.7 km | Larapinta Trail Information |
Camp site
| 195.7 km | [camp site] |
Camp site
| 200.7 km | Rocky Bar Gap |
Toilet
| 200.8 km | [toilet] |
Camp site
| 212 km | Larapinta Trail Camping |
Shelter
| 212.1 km | [shelter] |
Toilet
| 212.1 km | [toilet] |
Shelter
| 212.1 km | Larapinta Trail Information |
Camp site
| 217.4 km | [camp site] |