Check if a park is open: Alice Springs region
Conditions and access to parks in the Northern Territory (NT) can change at short notice.
Extreme weather conditions can be experienced in the region.
When you plan your trip and before you leave home, you should check:
- this page if the park is open
- the road conditions on the Road Report website.
For more information and condition updates, each area has a phone number you can contact below.
You can also contact Parks and Wildlife Alice Springs by calling 08 8951 8250.
The office is open from Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm, except for public holidays.
Phone: 08 8951 8788.
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alice Springs Desert Park | Open | - | |
| Cafe | Closed |
Ranger Station: 08 8952 1013.
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve | Open | - | |
| Reserve | Open | - | |
| Historic precinct | Open | - | |
| Cafe | Open | - | |
| Wigley’s Waterhole and Gorge | Open | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8952 1013.
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anna's Reservoir Conservation Reserve | Open | Suitable for high clearance 4WD only. Road conditions are poor due to recent flooding. | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8956 9770.
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arltunga Historical Reserve | Open | Caution - suitable for high clearance 4WD only. Road condition is poor due to recent flooding. | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8952 1013
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chambers Pillar Historical Reserve | Open | There are road works on the Maryvale and Chalmers Pillar Roads. Visitors may experience delays accessing the park. | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8956 9765.
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corroboree Rock Conservation Reserve | Open | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8956 7401
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finke Gorge National Park | Open | Deep sand and river crossings. Recommended for experienced 4WD drivers only. | - |
| Palm Valley access road | Open | Accessible to high clearance 4WD only, recommended for experienced 4WDers only | - |
| Palm Valley Campground | Open | Accessible to high clearance 4WD only, recommended for experienced 4WDers only | - |
| Finke River 4WD Route (Boggy Hole Track) | Open | Accessible to high clearance 4WD only, recommended for experienced 4WDers only | - |
| Boggy Hole | Open | Accessible to high clearance 4WD only, recommended for experienced 4WDers only | - |
| Kalarranga Walk | Open | - | |
| Mparra Walk | Open | - | |
| Arankaia Walk, Palm Valley | Open | - | |
| Mpulungkinya Walk, Palm Valley | Open | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8952 1013
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve | Open | Recommended for 4WD vehicles only | - |
| Campground | Open | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8956 7401
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illamurta Springs Conservation Reserve | Open | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8956 9765.
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mac Clark Conservation Reserve | Open | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8956 9765
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| N'Dhala Gorge Nature Park | Open | Suitable for high clearance 4WD only. Road condition is poor due to recent flooding. | - |
| Campground | Open | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8952 1013.
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Napwerte / Ewaninga Rock Carvings Conservation Reserve | Open | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8952 1013.
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native Gap Conservation Reserve | Open | - |
Ranger Station phone: 08 8955 0310
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owen Springs Reserve | Open | High clearance 4WD only | - |
| Lawrence Gorge Camping Area | Open | High clearance 4WD only | - |
| Redbank Waterhole | Open | High clearance 4WD only | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8952 1013
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve | Open | Suitable for high clearance 4WD only. Road condition is poor due to recent flooding. | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8956 9765
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruby Gap Nature Park | Open | Accessible to high clearance 4WD only, recommended for experienced 4WDers only | - |
Damage to road surfaces
Some areas of the Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park are closed or may be inaccessible due to recent flooding.
Drive with caution as road conditions remain hazardous with debris and water on the road.
There is significant damage to road surfaces in some areas.
Before you leave home, check road conditions on the NT Government's Road Report website.
To find out more about current conditions in the Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park, contact:
- Ormiston Gorge Ranger Station - 08 8956 7799
- Simpsons Gap Ranger Station - 08 8955 0310.
You should also check the status for each activity and site below.
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birthday Waterhole | Closed | Inaccessible due to flooding. | |
| Dolomite Walk | Closed | Trail currently inaccessible. | - |
| Glen Helen Gorge | Open | - | |
| Glen Helen Gorge Walk | Open | Swimming or wading through cold water may be required | - |
| Finke River Two Mile | Open to high clearance 4WD only | - | |
| Hugh Gorge | Closed | Inaccessible due to flooding. | |
| Ochre Pits | Open | - | |
| Aranda Walk | Open | - |
Ellery Creek Big Hole
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellery Creek Big Hole | Open | Open to high clearance 4WD | - |
Ormiston Gorge
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Gorge | Open | - | |
| Ormiston Gorge campground | Open | - | |
| Ormiston Gorge Kiosk | Open | - | |
| Ormiston Pound Walk: Ormiston Gorge | Open | Swimming through cold water required | - |
Ghost Gum
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ghost Gum Lookout | Open | - | |
| Ghost Gum Loop Walk | Open | Swimming through cold water required | - |
Redbank Gorge
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redbank Gorge | Open to high clearance 4WD only | - | |
| Redbank Gorge Walk | Open | Use caution. It may be challenging or impassable due to recent flooding. | - |
Simpsons Gap
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simpsons Gap | Open | - | |
| Simpsons Gap Bicycle Path | Open | - |
Serpentine
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serpentine Gorge | Open to high clearance 4WD only | - | |
| Serpentine Chalet Dam | Open to high clearance 4WD only | - |
Larapinta Trail
| Activity / Site | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larapinta Trail | Open |
Hikers must take particular care due to changed conditions. Flooding has caused extensive grass growth, erosion of trail surfaces and the deposition of flood debris. Hikers need to wade and swim through water at several locations. Work is ongoing to repair the trail and improve visibility. Navigation may be difficult sections. 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. | - |
| Section 1 - Telegraph Station to Simpsons Gap | Open | - | |
| Section 2 - Simpsons Gap to Jay Creek | Open | - | |
| Section 3 - Jay Creek to Standley Chasm | Open | - | |
| Section 4 - Standley Chasm to Birthday Waterhole | Open | - | |
| Section 5 - Birthday Waterhole to Hugh Gorge | Open | Hikers need to wade and swim through 2 pools of water in Hugh Gorge. There is no alternative route to follow so hikers must be prepared to enter the water and you will need to protect your pack and equipment with a dry sack. | - |
| 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 | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8956 7799
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tnorala (Gosse Bluff) Conservation Reserve | Open | The reserve is open to 4WD vehicles only. | - |
Ranger Station phone: 08 8956 9765
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trephina Gorge Nature Park | Open | - | |
| Walks | Open | - | |
| Gorge Campground | Open | - | |
| Bluff Campground | Open | - | |
| Panorama Campground | Open | - | |
| John Hayes Rockhole | Open | Suitable for high clearance 4WD only. | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8956 7460
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watarrka National Park | Open | Drive with caution. Sand and debris on road at several locations in the park. | - |
| Kathleen Creek Crossing at Luritja Road | Open | - | |
| Kings Creek Crossing at Luritja Road (Kings Canyon Resort East) | Open | - | |
| Kings Canyon Access Road | Open | - | |
| Kings Canyon Picnic area | Open | - | |
| Kings Canyon Rim Walk | Open with conditions | When temperatures are forecast to be 36°C or above, you need to start your walk before 9am. Check the Bureau of Meteorology forecast before you head out. Read about how to stay safe in the heat. | - |
| South Wall Return Walk | Open with conditions | When temperatures are forecast to be 36°C or above, you need to start your walk before 9am. Check the Bureau of Meteorology forecast before you head out. Read about how to stay safe in the heat. | - |
| Kings Creek Walk | Open | - | |
| Kathleen Springs Walk | Open | - | |
| Giles Track | Open | Overnight camping at Reedy Creek Campground, booking required via the Parks Booking System | - |
Ranger Station: 08 8952 1013.
| Park sites | Status | Comments | Forecast opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeperenye / Emily and Jessie Gaps Nature Park | Open | Caution - road and trail conditions are poor in some areas due to recent flooding. | - |
Last updated: 29 April 2022
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