How long are the walks at Carnarvon Gorge?

The main gorge walking track commences at the Carnarvon Visitor Centre and finishes at the Big Bend. The entire track is 9.7 km in length – which is one way. So it is a 19.4 km return trip.

How many days do you need in Carnarvon Gorge?

three days
Take a walk at Carnarvon Gorge and explore the natural beauty of this rugged wilderness. A minimum of three days is recommended to walk the tracks, explore side gorges and visit Aboriginal art sites.

How long is the walk to Big Bend Carnarvon Gorge?

Big Bend can only be reached by a 9.7km walk along the Main gorge track, which begins at the Carnarvon Gorge visitor area,5.9km by road from the park entrance. To reach Carnarvon Gorge from Roma, drive 90km north to Injune then a further 160km along the Carnarvon Highway to the Carnarvon Gorge turn-off.

How do I hike Carnarvon Gorge?

The gorge itself is easy to find as it’s well signposted from Carnarvon Highway. Head north from Roma (or south from Emerald) towards Injune along Carnarvon Highway, and turn off west onto Wyseby Road. This road eventually turns into Carnarvon Gorge Road and ends at the national park visitor area.

Do I need a permit to enter Carnarvon Gorge?

It can only be reached by a 19.4km return walk. All national park camping requires a camping permit. Book and pay for your camping permit online and in advance. Slightly outside the park (5km), you’ve got the option of setting up camp, caravan or RV in Sandstone Park (open seasonally).

Is there drinking water at Carnarvon Gorge?

Drinking water There are water taps available in the Carnarvon Gorge camping and day-use area. All water needs to be treated before consumption.

Are there crocodiles at Carnarvon Gorge?

While you won’t find crocodiles you will find a host of other animals and wildlife during your time at Carnarvon Gorge. From emus to pythons to wallabies, expect to share the Carnarvon Gorge walking trails and your campsite with the many animals that call the Carnarvon Gorge home.

Do you need a permit to walk in Carnarvon Gorge?

The Big Bend camping area is open all year, but there’s just one catch. It can only be reached by a 19.4km return walk. All national park camping requires a camping permit.

Is there phone reception at Carnarvon Gorge?

Can I get mobile reception in the park? Most areas of Carnarvon National Park have little to no phone reception and therefore is limited and unreliable. The Carnarvon Gorge Visitor Information Centre offers free Wi-Fi from 8am to 4pm every day, and there is also access to a public phone 24 hours a day.

Is there crocodiles at Carnarvon Gorge?

Are there snakes in Carnarvon Gorge?

The most commonly encountered snakes in the Gorge are the keelback (Tropidonophis mairii), the green tree snake (Dendrelaphis punctulata) and the carpet python (Morelia spilota).

Are there dingoes in Carnarvon?

We have Dingoes on Charles Darwin and Hamelin Station reserves in WA and on our Carnarvon, Pilungah, Ethabuka, Goonderoo and Yourka reserves in Queensland. Dingoes are also common across many of our Aboriginal partners’ properties including the Birriliburu and Wunambal Gaambera.

Are there koalas at Carnarvon Gorge?

Other species encountered on the Nightlife Tour include all the Gorge’s macropods (Eastern Grey Kangaroos, Swamp Wallabies, Pretty-faced Wallabies and Rufous Bettongs), as well as possums, bats, owls, Bush Thick-knees, and the occasional Koala.