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 Alice Springs. • 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. and Wildlife Regional Office or facilities are available for For the keen walker Tourism Central Australia for tents, trailers and caravans. Spaces Sections 6 and 7 of the more details. are limited and operate on a first Larapinta Trail start or finish come, first served basis. Gas at Ellery Creek Big Hole. This barbecues and toilets are provided. walk requires careful planning Camping fees (cash only, no and preparation and should only change available) are payable on be attempted by fit people with site and camping is only permitted previous bushwalking experience. in designated areas. Have an Emergency Plan: People planning to Notify a reliable person of your stay overnight should intended route and plans. Ensure bring their own drinking water requirements with them. they know to contact police if you do not return by the arranged date. Swimming - The Walkers should carry a satellite If you are lucky you might see a Dingo permanent waters of taking a drink from Ellery’s refreshing phone or personal locator beacon. Ellery Creek are situated 160 waters. Do not be tempted to feed them Visit www.parksandwildlife. or they may become a risk to visitors and metres (five minutes walk) from have to be removed from the Park. the carpark. nt.gov.au or contact the Parks

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/parks Ph: (08) 8951 8250 Fax: (08) 8951 8290 Ellery Creek Big Hole - 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