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Section 8 is great scenic walk with nice viewpoints along the high ground of the trail. Some parts of the section will require steep ascents and descents, but most of these are supported with well constructed rock steps and trail clearing. The views from Counts Point are magnificent. Easy vehicle access to Serpentine Gorge trailhead.

Snapshot

	Steep ascents and descents
	Easy access to Serpentine Gorge trailhead and car park
	High ground is rocky going, but has excellent views
	Rocky ground on high ground. Trail not obvious at times

Highlights

	Counts Point and surrounding views - Excellent
	Excellent step construction with slab rock ( on descents)
	Serpentine Gorge
	Great expansive views along the high ground

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Section 8 Campsites

| S8 Trailhead - Serpentine Gorge


Trail Grade		Hard:Suitable for experienced walker
Distance (km)	13.4
Duration (hrs)	5.5	Comfortable. Allow sightseeing
Terrain	Rough	Rocky, loose
Gradient	Hilly	Steep going. Rough track
Trail	Average	Poor on high ground. Good below.
Water	Yes	Limited. In tanks only.
Shade	Poor	Very Limited.
Camping Fees	No	None
Campsites	Yes	S8 Campsites page
Walk Options	Yes	Day - Overnight - Extended

Serpentine Gorge
Serpentine Chalet Dam

Serpentine Gorge		7-8 tents*
Oxide Flat		3 tents*
Counts Point		2 tents*
Serpentine Chalet Dam		5-6 tents*
	* Average 2 person size tent

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	NT Parks Section Fact Sheet and Trail Map
	NT Parks Section Fact Sheet and Trail Map

Getting to Serpentine Gorge Trailhead
	The Serpentine Gorge Trailhead is approx 100km west of Alice Springs and can be accessed via the sealed Larapinta & Namatjira Drives. Access from the Namatjira Road to the car park is via a 5km rocky dirt track. The trailhead information board is located at the car park. The trail shelter and campsite is located approx 600m north east of the car park.
Getting to Serpentine Chalet Dam Trailhead
	The Serpentine Chalet Dam Trailhead is approx 105km west of Alice Springs and can be accessed via the sealed Larapinta & Namatjira Drives. From Namatjira Road to the car park is a 3km 4WD only dirt track. Vehicles cannot access the trailhead directly. There is a locked gate. It is 750m from the car park to the trailhead..