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Ellery Creek Big Hole is a spectacular waterhole in the mighty Ellery Creek which cuts through a gorge in the West MacDonnell Ranges. Thousands of years of massive floods have carved out this beautiful waterhole and unlocked some amazing geology.Visitors to Ellery Creek Big Hole will be rewarded with excellent recreational opportunities - walking, swimming, picnicking and camping just to name a few.
Access Ellery Creek Big Hole is located 80 km west of Alice Springs. Access is via Larapinta and Namatjira Drives. Access is by conventional vehicle, however the last 2 km is unsealed. All roads can be impassable for a short period after heavy rain.
When to VisitThe Park is accessible all year round. The cooler months (April to September) are the most pleasant.
What to Do Camping - Camping facilities are available for
tents, trailers and caravans. Spaces are limited and operate on a first come, first served basis. Gas barbecues and toilets are provided.Camping fees (cash only, no change available) are payable on site and camping is only permitted in designated areas.
People planning to stay overnight should
bring their own drinking water requirements with them.
Swimming - The permanent waters of
Ellery Creek are situated 160 metres (five minutes walk) from the carpark.
The waterhole is ideal for swimming, especially in the warmer months. Swimmers should be aware that most water holes are extremely cold. Prolonged exposure, even during summer, can result in hypothermia. Beware of submerged logs and rocks. Do not jump, dive or swing into the water.
Walking - The walking tracks of Ellery Creek
Big Hole offer opportunities for visitors to explore the site, no matter what their time limit.
The five minute Ellery Creek Walk from the carpark along a wheelchair accessible path, will provide visitors with a picture perfect view of Ellery Creek Big Hole.
The Dolomite Walk (3 km loop walk - 1.5 hrs) is a great way to take in the facinating geological processes of the site. The walk is along a marked, unsealed path with some steady inclines, and returns to the carpark along the Larapinta Trail.
For the keen walker Sections 6 and 7 of the
Larapinta Trail start or finish at Ellery Creek Big Hole. This walk requires careful planning and preparation and should only be attempted by fit people with previous bushwalking experience.
Have an Emergency Plan:Notify a reliable person of your intended route and plans. Ensure they know to contact police if you do not return by the arranged date. Walkers should carry a satellite phone or personal locator beacon.
Visit www.parksandwildlife.nt.gov.au or contact the Parks
Safety and Comfort• Observe park safety signs.• Carry and drink plenty of water.• Wear a shady hat, sunscreen,
insect repellent, suitable clothing and footwear.
• Avoid strenuous activity during the heat of the day.
• Consider your health and fitness when choosing a walk.
• Swim only where recommended.• Swing ropes are not permitted.
Please Remember• Keep to designated roads and
tracks.• All historic, cultural items and
wildlife are protected.• Fires are permitted in communal
fire pit only. Collect firewood before entering the park.
• Bins are not provided, please take your rubbish with you.
• Pets are not permitted.• Generators are not permitted.• A permit is required for Drone
use – conditions apply and it must be obtained prior to your arrival in the Park.
Parks & Wildlife Commission of the Northern TerritoryOrmiston Gorge Ranger Station Regional Office - Arid Zone Research Institute Ph: (08) 8956 7799 South Stuart Highway ALICE SPRINGS NT 0870 PO Box 1120 ALICE SPRINGS NT 0871www.nt.gov.au/parks Ph: (08) 8951 8250 Fax: (08) 8951 8290
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If you are lucky you might see a Dingo taking a drink from Ellery’s refreshing waters. Do not be tempted to feed them
or they may become a risk to visitors and have to be removed from the Park.
Ellery Creek Big Hole - part of the Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park
A/02/2020PWCNT Fact SheetFor more information visit www.nt.gov.au/parks or contact Tourism Central Australia 1800 645 199 or (08) 8952 5800 www.discovercentralaustralia.com
AliceSprings
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Kilometres
To Darwin
Tnorala(Gosse Bluff)ConservationReserve
Palm Valley
Finke GorgeNational Park
Owen Springs Reserve
Hamilton DownsYouth Camp
To Adelaide
To Halls Creek (WA)
To Watarrka viaLarapinta Drive (Red Centre Way)
Alice SpringsTelegraphStationHistoricalReserve
Mt Zeil
Mt Razorback
Mt Giles
MtGillen
Stuar
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Highway
Stu
art
Hig
hway
Tanami
Road
John Flynn'sGraveHistoricalReserve
Mt Sonder
Simpsons GapBicycle Path
Serpentine Gorge
Mt Sonder
Hermannsburg
Information
Ranger Station
Parking Areas
Toilets
Picnic Facilities
Drinking Water
Sealed Road
Unsealed Road
4WD Road
Larapinta Trail
Bicycle Path
Park Boundary
Tjoritja / West MacDonnellNational Park
Off Park Locality
On Park Locality
Mountain
Tylers PassLookout
2 Mile 4WDCamping
Serpentine Chalet
Simpsons GapRanger Station
Alice SpringsDesert Park
Simpsons Gap
Glen Helen
Standley Chasm
On Park Facilities
Off Park FacilitiesPrivately operated
Lookouts
Swimming
Bicycle Path
Wheelchair Access
Fuel
Gas BBQs
Wood BBQs
No Fires
Camping
Short Walks
Overnight Walks
Meals
Drinks
Accommodation
Caravan Sites
Medical Clinic
Redbank Gorge
Ormiston Gorge
Ochre Pits
Standley ChasmHugh Gorge
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Larapinta Drive (Red C
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Namatjira Drive (Red Centre Way)Ellery Creek Big Hole
Larapinta Drive (Red Centre Way)
Tjoritja / West MacDonnellNational Park
Lookout
Simpsons Gap Ranger Station
Park Map
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Metres
To Glen Helen &Ormiston Gorge
Dolomite Loop Walk 1.5 hours return
Larapinta Trail Section 6
Larapinta Trail Section 7
To Alice Springs
Entry Grid
Ellery Creek Big Hole - Facilities and Activities
Gas BBQ
Information
Toilets
Picnic facilities
Parking Area
Camping
Sealed Road
Unsealed Road
Drainage
Short Walk
Overnight Walk
Creek
Ellery
Emergency Phone
Larapinta Trail
Walking Track Namatjira Drive - Red Centre Way
Ellery Creek Big Hole
Picnic Area
Campground
Communal Fire Pit
Swimming
Wheelchair Access
Caravan
Download the Avenza Maps App on your device whilst you are still in range to find the FREE local park map you need.
Once downloaded, the maps can be used without a network connection. Your device’s built in GPS will plot your real-time location within the park onto the map. These GPS enabled maps will assist you to stay on track.
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