Simpsons Gap Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park

Located in the Tjoritja / West Cassia Hill - 1.8 km, 1 hour MacDonnell National Park, return. Gives excellent elevated Safety and Comfort Simpsons Gap is one of the most views of the range and Simpsons • Observe park safety signs. prominent gaps in the West Gap area. The walk illustrates local • Carry and drink plenty of water. MacDonnell Ranges. At dawn plants and a self-guided walk sheet • Wear a shady hat, sunscreen, and dusk it is renowned as a is available. insect repellent, suitable clothing and footwear. place to see Black-footed Rock- Woodland Trail - To Bond Gap, • Avoid strenuous activity during wallabies along the short walking a return distance of 17 km. The the heat of the day. Fact Sheet track into the Gap. Gap has a narrow cleft with icy • Consider your health and fitness The Simpsons Gap area incorporates cold water (seasonal). This walk when choosing a walk. large areas of Mulga (Acacia displays excellent examples of Please Remember aneura) and is a major stronghold Mulga woodland. • Keep to designated roads and for over 40 rare and relict plants. The Larapinta Trail - An tracks. area is an important spiritual site to exciting long distance • All historic, cultural items and wildlife are protected. the Arrente Aboriginal people, where walking track through the West • Fires are not permitted, use the several dreaming trails and stories MacDonnell Ranges. From gas barbecues provided. cross. Simpsons Gap you can walk • Put your rubbish in the bins Sections 1 or 2. The Trail is Access provided or take it with you. suitable for fit people with The turn off to Simpsons Gap is • Pets are not permitted. previous bushwalking experience. 18 km west of along • Swimming is prohibited in Careful planning and preparation . From the turn- Simpsons Gap. is required. For more information off there is a Ranger Station 1km • A permit is required for Drone contact Parks and Wildlife or use – conditions apply and it towards the Gap which provides an Tourism Central Australia. Notify must be obtained prior to your introduction to the Park. Simpsons a reliable person of your intended arrival in the Park Gap is a further 6 km drive. The walk plans. Ensure they know to Gap can also be reached by cycling contact police if you do not return Camping is not permitted along the Simpsons Gap Bike Path by the arranged date. Walkers at Simpsons Gap, with from Alice Springs. should carry a satellite phone or the exception of Larapinta Trail When to visit personal locator beacon. walkers in designated campsites The Park is accessible all year Picnicking - Free gas only. round. The cooler months (April to barbecues are available September) are the most pleasant. in the shady picnic areas near Simpsons Gap and adjacent to the What to do Ranger Station. Walking - There are numerous walking Cycling - A sealed bicycle opportunities within the area, all path begins opposite well marked with directional signs. Flynn’s Grave (7 km from Alice Springs along Larapinta Drive), Ghost Gum Walk - 15 minutes providing a pleasant ride suitable return. Starting at the Ranger for the whole family. Take plenty Station, this walk illustrates the of water and use the coolest part of Black-footed native plants of the area including Rock-wallaby the day to complete the 17 km one- an ancient Ghost Gum (Corymbia way ride to Simpsons Gap. aparrerinja).

Parks & Wildlife Commission of the Simpsons Gap Ranger Station Regional Office - Arid Zone Research Institute Ph: (08) 8955 0310 South ALICE SPRINGS NT 0870 PO Box 1120 ALICE SPRINGS NT 0871 www.nt.gov.au/parks Ph: (08) 8951 8250 Fax: (08) 8951 8290 Simpsons Gap - Part of the Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park

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A/02/2020PWCNT Fact Sheet For more information visit www.nt.gov.au/parks or contact Tourism Central Australia 1800 645 199 or (08) 8952 5800 www.discovercentralaustralia.com