Ellery Creek Big Hole - Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park

Ellery Creek Big Hole is a The waterhole is ideal for spectacular waterhole in the swimming, especially in the Safety and Comfort mighty Ellery Creek which cuts warmer months. Swimmers • Observe park safety signs. through a gorge in the West should be aware that most • Carry and drink plenty of water. MacDonnell Ranges. Thousands water holes are extremely • Wear a shady hat, sunscreen, of years of massive floods cold. Prolonged exposure, insect repellent, suitable have carved out this beautiful even during summer, can result clothing and footwear. waterhole and unlocked some in hypothermia. Beware of • Avoid strenuous activity during amazing geology. submerged logs and rocks. Do the heat of the day. Fact Sheet Visitors to Ellery Creek Big Hole not jump, dive or swing into the • Consider your health and fitness will be rewarded with excellent when choosing a walk. water. recreational opportunities - • Swim only where recommended. - The walking walking, swimming, picnicking Walking • Swing ropes are not permitted. and camping just to name a few. tracks of Ellery Creek Big Hole offer opportunities for Please Remember Access visitors to explore the site, no • Keep to designated roads and tracks. Ellery Creek Big Hole is located matter what their time limit. 80 km west of . • All historic, cultural items and Access is via Larapinta and The five minuteEllery Creek Walk wildlife are protected. Namatjira Drives. Access is by from the carpark along a wheelchair • Fires are permitted in communal conventional vehicle, however the accessible path, will provide visitors fire pit only. Collect firewood last 2 km is unsealed. All roads with a picture perfect view of Ellery before entering the park. can be impassable for a short Creek Big Hole. • Bins are not provided, please take your rubbish with you. period after heavy rain. The Dolomite Walk (3 km loop • Pets are not permitted. walk - 1.5 hrs) is a great way to When to Visit • Generators are not permitted. The Park is accessible all year take in the facinating geological processes of the site. The walk • A permit is required for Drone round. The cooler months (April to use – conditions apply and it September) are the most pleasant. is along a marked, unsealed path must be obtained prior to your with some steady inclines, and arrival in the Park. What to Do returns to the carpark along the Camping - Camping Larapinta Trail. contact the Parks and Wildlife facilities are available for For keen walkers there is Regional Office or Tourism tents, trailers and caravans. Spaces the Ellery Creek Loop Central Australia for more details. are limited and operate on a first Walk (32.3km loop - 3 days) come, first served basis. Gas and access to Sections 6 and 7 barbecues and toilets are provided. of the Larapinta Trail. These Camping fees (cash only, no walks require careful planning change available) are payable on and preparation and should only site and camping is only permitted be attempted by fit people with in designated areas. previous bushwalking experience. People planning to Have an Emergency Plan: stay overnight should Notify a reliable person of your bring their own drinking water intended route and plans. Ensure requirements with them. they know to contact police if you - The Swimming do not return by the arranged date. permanent waters of Walkers should carry a satellite If you are lucky you might see a Dingo Ellery Creek are situated 160 phone or personal locator beacon. taking a drink from Ellery’s refreshing metres (five minutes walk) from waters. Do not be tempted to feed them Visit www.nt.gov.au/parks or or they may become a risk to visitors and the carpark. have to be removed from the Park.

Parks & Wildlife Commission of the Ormiston Gorge Ranger Station Regional Office - Arid Zone Research Institute Ph: (08) 8956 7799 South ALICE SPRINGS NT 0870 PO Box 1120 ALICE SPRINGS NT 0871 www.nt.gov.au/leisure/parks-reserves Ph: (08) 8951 8250 Fax: (08) 8951 8290 Ellery Creek Big Hole - part of the Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park

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App on your device whilst you E are still in range to find the FREE llery 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. Emergency Phone These GPS enabled maps will assist you to stay on track. Creek Ellery Creek Big Hole - Facilities and Activities

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A/08/2021PWCNT 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