Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park
Find out more about Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park.
Before you leave home, check road conditions on the NT Government's Road Report website.
You should also check the status for each activity and site below.
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birthday Waterhole | Open | High clearance 4WD only | - |
| Dolomite Walk | Open | - | |
| Glen Helen Gorge | Open | ||
| Glen Helen Gorge Walk | Open | ||
| Finke River Two Mile | Open | High clearance 4WD recommended | - |
| Hugh Gorge | Open | High clearance 4WD only | - |
| Ochre Pits | Open | There are no toilet facilities available on site. Visitors must be self‑sufficient and prepare before travelling to the area. Toilets are available at Serpentine Gorge and Ellery Big Hole. | - |
| Aranda Walk | Open | - | |
| Tyler's Pass | Open | - | |
| Roma Gorge | Open | High clearance 4WD only | - |
| Standley Chasm | Open | A private facility with entrance and camping fees, visit the Standley Chasm website for more details | - |
Ellery Creek Big Hole
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellery Creek Big Hole | Open | - | |
| Ellery Creek Loop Walk | Open | - |
Ormiston Gorge
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Gorge | Open | - | |
| Ormiston Gorge campground | Open | - | |
| Ormiston Gorge Kiosk | Open | Open 10am to 4pm daily until mid-October 2026 | - |
| Ormiston Pound Walk: Ormiston Gorge | Open | This loop currently requires a short swim through deep, cold water. Do not start the walk if you are not prepared to swim. | - |
Ghost Gum
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ghost Gum Lookout | Open | - | |
| Ghost Gum Loop Walk | Open | This loop currently requires swimming / wading through cold water. Return via lookout if not prepared to swim. | - |
Redbank Gorge
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redbank Gorge | Open | High clearance 4WD only. | - |
| Redbank Gorge Walk | Open | - |
Simpsons Gap
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simpsons Gap | Open | - | |
| Simpsons Gap Bicycle Path | Open | - | |
| Woodlands Trail | Open | - | |
| Cassia Hill Walk | Open | - |
Serpentine
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serpentine Gorge | Open | - | |
| Serpentine Chalet Dam | Open | High clearance 4WD only | - |
Larapinta Trail
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larapinta Trail | Open | Heat safety: Hiking the Larapinta Trail is only recommended between April and September. Conditions outside these months can be dangerously hot. It may be safe to plan shorter early morning walks, but careful planning and attention to weather forecasts is required. Read more about staying safe in the heat in parks. Maps and communication: Hikers must be prepared with maps and emergency communication. Download the free Avenza Maps for each section of the trail before you commence your walk. Find out how to get free interactive park maps on your mobile phone and tablet. Trail site bookings: Campground bookings are now made online. Find out how to use the parks booking system. | - |
| Section 1 - Telegraph Station to Simpsons Gap | Open | - | |
| Section 2 - Simpsons Gap to Jay Creek | Open | - | |
| Section 3 - Jay Creek to Standley Chasm | Open | Access to Jay Creek via the Hamilton Downs Road is no longer possible. Standley Chasm is a private facility with entrance and camping fees, visit the Standley Chasm website for more details. | - |
| Section 4 - Standley Chasm to Birthday Waterhole | Open | - | |
| Section 5 - Birthday Waterhole to Hugh Gorge | Open | - | |
| Section 6 - Hugh Gorge to Ellery Creek | Open | - | |
| Section 7 - Ellery Creek to Serpentine Gorge | Open | - | |
| Section 8 - Serpentine Gorge to Serpentine Chalet | Open | - | |
| Section 9 - Serpentine Chalet to Ormiston Gorge | Open | - | |
| Section 10 - Ormiston Gorge to Finke River | Open | - | |
| Section 11 - Finke River to Redbank Gorge | Open | - | |
| Section 12 - Redbank Gorge to Mt Sonder return | Open | The toilet at Mt Sonder summit is currently closed. Hikers must use bush toileting practices. | - |
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