The notebook of Tjoritja — West MacDonnell Ranges
Walk toward a clearer light.
Tjoritja crosses the West MacDonnell ranges through gorges and waterholes; respect Arrernte heritage.
At your own pace
Identity summary
3 to 4 days
Summer
Recommended car
Mountain · Desert · River
Limited accessibility
Rhythm supported
General presentation
Tjoritja — West MacDonnell Ranges
Tjoritja crosses the West MacDonnell ranges through gorges and waterholes; respect Arrernte heritage.
Check access, bookings and permissions with the site before visiting.
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Check park alerts before setting out: weather, fires and closures may change your route.
Plan distances between gorges and carry supplies; respect Arrernte places and local swimming prohibitions.
Suggested months for this itinerary: June to August. Indicative recommendation; check weather and openings before departure.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Ormiston Gorge
- Simpsons Gap
- Ellery Creek Big Hole
Before you choose
- Check access, bookings and permissions with the site before visiting.
- Check park alerts before setting out: weather, fires and closures may change your route.
- Plan distances between gorges and carry supplies; respect Arrernte places and local swimming prohibitions.
- Suggested months for this itinerary: June to August. Indicative recommendation; check weather and openings before departure.
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Walk
Ormiston Gorge
Trails offer different views of red cliffs; distinguish visiting the waterhole from longer hiking circuits.
Walk
Simpsons Gap
This cliff gap is culturally important; watch wildlife quietly and respect the swimming prohibition.
Walk
Ellery Creek Big Hole
High walls frame the waterhole; water can be very cold even in hot air temperatures.
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