Ellery Creek Big Hole
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Overview
Highlights
Ellery Creek Big Hole is one of the most popular and picturesque camping, walking, swimming and picnic spots in the Tjoritja - West MacDonnell National Park. The spectacular waterhole is fed by the West MacDonnell Ranges (Tjoritja) and surrounded by tall red cliffs and the sandy Ellery Creek. It is also at the trail-head for Sections 6 and 7 of the 231 kilometre Larapinta Trail walk.
Thousands of years of massive floods have carved out this waterhole, which is recognised as an internationally significant geological site. Take the 3 kilometre Dolomite walk to see the surrounding formations. The Aboriginal name for Ellery Big Hole is Udepata. The permanent water made it a special meeting place for the Aranda people on the fish and honey ant dreaming trails.
Camping is permitted (fees apply). Entry is via a gravel road suitable for two-wheel drive vehicles.
Activities
- Camping
- Swimming
- Hiking
- Bird watching
Facilities
- Camp sites
- Walking trails
- Picnic areas
- Barbecues
- Car park
- Toilets
Important Information
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the parks website for the most up to date information.
- Ensure you observe all safety signs, and be aware that whenever you are near water in the NT, there is a risk of crocs! Crocodile warning signs and Crocodile Management Zones are not found everywhere.
- Wear suitable footwear and always ensure to bring a hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the elements when exploring the Northern Territory.
- Plan ahead and ensure to take enough food and water for your journey.
- Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
- Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
- Fees may apply. See parks website for more details.
- Do not feed the wildlife.
- Leave nothing but footprints. Take nothing but memories.
Photo & content credits: NT Government
Location & Supplier
Ellery Creek Big Hole
Address: Ellery Creek Big Hole, Alice Springs, Northern Territory 0870
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