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| This is a long walk if you plan to do the
whole section in one hit, with a number of rocky and loose ascents and
descents, particularly from Waterfall Gorge to the Lookout. It is
however, one of the most impressive and scenic sections along the trail.
From the Lookout onwards there are excellent 360 degree views,
particularly impressive views of Mount Giles to the north and of the
West MacDonnell's to the south. |
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Our Section Star Rating  Very Good |
| Distance (km) |
28.6 |
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| Duration (hrs) |
12 |
Comfortable. Allow sightseeing |
| Trail Grade |
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Hard:Suitable for experienced walker |
| Terrain |
Rough |
Rocky, loose |
| Gradient |
Hilly |
Steep going |
| Trail |
Average |
Trail is reasonably well defined |
| Water |
Yes |
Limited. In tanks only. |
| Shade |
V Limited |
Very open country. |
| Camping Fees |
Yes |
Ormiston Gorge ($10.00 per person) |
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| Serpentine Chalet Dam |
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| Ormiston Gorge |
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| Ochre Pits |
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| Waterfall Gorge |
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Full Colour |
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Durable but flexible and easily folded. |
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Contains key section info such as distances and timings |
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Topographic map with key info such as water, shelter etc.. . |
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Contains information on flora and fauna |
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Individual Map dimensions: 90cm (length) x 21cm (width) |
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 See Accessing the Larapinta Trail Page  |
 Getting to Serpentine Chalet Dam Trailhead |
You can access Serpentine Chalet Bush Camp by 2WD but will need a 4WD drive to access the car park closer to the trailhead. From there its about 760m walk to the trailhead. More on Getting to Alice Springs  |
| Getting to Ormiston Gorge Trailhead |
| Ormiston Gorge is located 135 km west of Alice Springs. Access is via Larapinta and Namatjira Drives. Easy access by 2WD. This is a major visitation point in the national park. More on Getting to Alice Springs |
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