Walking groups on the Larapinta Trail

Independent walkers and groups of fewer than 8 have first preference to use the shelters.

Groups of 8 or more can use them if they're not being used by 5pm.

All walkers are welcome to use the shelters in wet weather.

Shelters

There are shelters with water tanks and toilets at:

• Simpsons Gap:
• Jay Creek
• Section 4/5 junction
• Hugh Gorge
• Ellery Creek North
• Serpentine Gorge:
• Serpentine Chalet Dam
• Ormiston Gorge
• Finke River
• Redbank Gorge.

At Simpsons Gap, there is a separate group shelter with sand tent pads. It is 150m west of the trailhead at the carpark.

Larger groups can also camp in the open 700m west of the Serpentine Gorge shelter towards the section 7/8 trailhead.

At all other places, larger groups can camp in the open across from the shelters while still being able to use the water and toilet facilities.