King Leopold Range National Park
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Overview
Highlights
See stunning gorges and camp out under the stars at King Leopold Range National Park off the Gibb River Road in Western Australia's Kimberley region. Explore Bell and Lennard Gorges which are among the most magnificent gorges in the Kimberley. The folded rock formations of these and other gorges were millions of years in the making.
King Leopold Range Conservation Park is some of the most inaccessible country in Australia and ideal for a four wheel driving outback adventure. The park covers nearly 400,000 hectares of sandstone mountains, palm groves and huge granite outcrops. The formidable King Leopold Range reach almost 1,000 metres in height. and was named in the late 1800s after a Belgium king. King Leopold Range Conservation Park is home to rare plant and animal species and is a haven for birds.
Camp at Bell Creek or at Silent Grove. Mt Hart Wilderness Lodge is within the conservation park and has camping facilities as well as catered accommodation. Camping in Western Australia's natural areas is a special experience. Tourists are advised to check for alerts and road/park closures before commencing their travel on www.emergency.wa.gov.au and https://alerts.dbca.wa.gov.au
Activities
- Four-wheel driving
- Camping
- Sight-seeing
- Bush-walking / hiking
Facilities
- Camping grounds - Silent Grove and Bell Creek (fees apply)
- Walking trails
- Picnic areas
- Lookouts
- Car parking
- Toilet
Important Information
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the local visitor information centre for the most up to date information.
- Stay safe and get the most out of your visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.
- Wear suitable footwear and ensure to wear appropriate clothing to protect yourself from the elements when outside exploring.
- 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.
- Ensure to let a responsible adult know of your plans and report back into them once you have finished exploring for the day.
- National park fees may apply for national parks in Western Australia. Check the parks website for bookings and/ or further details.
- Entry fees may change at anytime at the discretion of WA Parks and Wildlife Services, check their website for the most up to date information.
When you are entering the Kimberley or Pilbara regions, you are entering crocodile country. Two species of crocodile occur in Western Australia: the estuarine (or saltwater) crocodile and the freshwater crocodile. The estuarine crocodile is the largest living reptile and is considered to be a dangerous predator. Freshwater crocodiles are smaller and not as aggressive. Be CROCWISE in Western Australia's north. For more information on Be CROCWISE see www.nt.gov.au/becrocwise
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Location & Supplier
King Leopold Range National Park
Address: Silent Grove campground, Silent Grove Rd, King Leopold Ranges WA 6728
Website: https://parks.dpaw.wa.gov.au/park/king-leopold-ranges
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