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| Located on the Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve. the trailhead is a simple shelter (see image on left) with basic information about the trail. It is located approx 200m north west from the actual Telegraph Station and just off the main bitumen access road. Public toilets, water taps, kiosk and other facilities are located at the main Telegraph Station area ( called Historic Precinct). No camping facilities or other overnight options. |
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Approx 4km from north of Alice Springs |
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Vehicle Access (Gate): Open between 8am and 9pm , 7 Days |
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Foot Access from access road: No restrictions, access anytime |
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Most facilities are located at the main precinct area, away from trailhead |
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NT Park Ranger office in the area. |
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Major visitation area. Expect crowds, tour buses etc |
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| Facilities |
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| Trailhead Type |
Bow Shelter, simple. Scattered & shared facilities. |
| Size |
Small |
Bow shelter only. |
| Crowd Factor |
High |
Major park visitation area i.e. tours, buses etc |
| Remoteness |
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In Alice Springs area, easy bitumen access. |
Campsites  |
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Nearest campsite - Wallaby Gap |
| Fees |
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Only for Telegraph Station tours |
| Shelter |
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Images on the top left |
| Water |
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At main visitor area. Tap water from town |
| Food Storage |
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None |
| Parking |
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Not at Trailhead. Main Car Park Only |
| Vehicle Access |
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2WD. 8am and 9pm , 7 Days. More info below |
| Notable Info |
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 There are rubbish bins here |
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| The Telegraph Station is worth a visit in its own right. |
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| Great shady and grassed areas |
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| Tables and chairs across the reserve |
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 Getting to Alice Springs Telegraph Station Trailhead |
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Access to Alice Springs Telegraph Station from Alice Springs CBD is approx 4km north via the North Stuart Highway and the Herbert Heritage Drive. If you decide to walk to the Telegraph Station from Alice Springs, one option is to do the Riverside Walk. This walk basically follows the Todd River from town to the Telegraph Station. |
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| The reserve also has a kiosk |
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| Free gas BBQ's and other facilities |
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