Ormiston Gorge Campground showcases the spectacular geology and landforms of the MacDonnell Ranges. There are 31 defined sites within the campground. The Gorge has a near-permanent waterhole, estimated to be up to 14 metres deep at its southern end. This vast and spectacular section of the MacDonnell Ranges, located west of Alice Springs, is an outstanding example of an ancient landscape sculptured over time by climatic elements.
SITE ACCESS
Ormiston Gorge is located 135km west of Alice Springs. Access is via Namatjira Drive. The Visitor Centre is approximately 8 km from the Ormiston Gorge turn-off on Namatjira Drive. Sealed roads provide access by conventional vehicles.
Please note: GPS Coordinates are approximate and provided in most cases to get you to the National Park entrance. Once inside the park there should be signs to the actual campgrounds. Failing this please check with National Parks for further directions.
FEES & BOOKINGS
Spaces are limited and operate on a first come, first served basis.
The overnight fee is: $6.60/adult, $3.30/child (5-15 years), $15.40/family (2 adults and 4 children).
There is a separate campground for schools and large groups. Bookings are required.
FACILITIES
Toilets, picnic areas, gas barbecues, lookouts, Ranger stations, information, kiosk, and caravan sites.
THINGS TO DO
The best way to appreciate the scenery of Ormiston Gorge and Pound is to follow one of the many marked walking tracks. The Gorge also has a near-permanent waterhole situated 500 metres from the Walks Information Shelter, which is ideal for swimming.
RULES
Keep to designated roads and tracks.
All historic, cultural items and wildlife are protected.
The rules listed above pertain to this particular camp site. For more detailed information direct from the National Parks web site, please click on the relevant links below.
FEES & PARK PERMITS, DRIVING SAFETY CHECKLIST, RULES FOR PETS IN PARKS, CROCODILES
VIDEO BY LIVE2CAMP
Data & Photos courtesy of: Parks and Wildlife Commission Northern Territory.
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Address & Contact
Our Address
Via Namatjira Drive
GPS
-23.633408, 132.726726
Telephone
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Additional Information
Suburb:
Mount Zeil
State:
NT
Pin Code:
0872
Responsible Authority:
Parks and Wildlife NT
Pricing Detail:
From $13.20
Post ID:
19343
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