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The West MacDonnell Ranges, running due west from Alice Springs, is an impressive Outback landscape with interesting geological features and home to an abundance of native wildlife.

Simpsons Gap is a dramatic cleft in the range in which a dry white sand riverbed is fringed with river red gums winds. Simpsons Gap can also be accessed via a 17km sealed bicycle track which begins opposite Flynn's Grave, 7km from Alice Springs along Larapinta Drive.

Standley Chasm with its vertical red walls that glow in the midday sun gives the impression of some sort of giant fracture in the rock. It contains permanent springs and unusual plant life and is a pleasant excursion on its own.

Ellery Creek Big Hole is a large permanent waterhole nestled in the ranges, a favourite swimming place for locals in the summer. The water can be freezing at other times of the year.

The Larapinta Trail winds 250 kilometres from Alice Springs through the West MacDonnell Ranges to Mount Sonder. The Trail is one of the world’s great walks and visitors not wishing to attempt the entire walk can chose sections to walk in the space of a day.

Most of the West MacDonnell Range’s key attractions are easily accessible from Alice Springs via a sealed highway as far as Glen Helen Resort. Facilities include numerous sites for camping, picnicking, BBQs, swimming, cycling, and bushwalking.

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Glen Helen Resort
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Situated at the end of the West MacDonnell Ranges, Glen Helen Resort provides relaxing accommodation for the adventurous traveller. Whether you...
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Wayoutback Desert Safaris
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Wayoutback Desert Safaris is a genuine small group operator carrying a maximum of 9 to 14 passengers in late model air conditioned Toyota...
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Alice Springs Cycling Club
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The Alice Springs Cycling Club has been operating since the 29th June 1966.
Operating to promote all cycling in Central Australia where...
Hamilton Downs Youth Camp
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Located 1 1/2 hours drive from Alice Springs, the Hamilton Downs Youth Camp allows teachers to take students from the class room to the outdoors...
Bush Wok Cooking
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Bush-Wok Cooking Parties© are unique to Central Australia and designed to enhance interaction, networking, collaboration and bonding amongst...
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Centre Highlights
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Small group accommodated touring exploring the outback in comfort.
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Coolamon Cafe
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The Coolamon Café offers a full café dining experience located within the Alice Springs Desert Park. Open daily from 9am to 5pm, our...
Bar Doppio
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Bar Doppios has been an established cafe in Alice Springs for over 13 years. They are open for breakfast and lunch 7 days a week.
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Casa Nostra Pizza & Spaghetti House
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Dine in a relaxed atmosphere at the Casa Nostra Restaurant located in Alice Springs.
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Heavitree Gap Tavern
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At Heavitree Gap Tavern, at the Heavitree Gap Outback Lodge in Alice Springs, NT, you can enjoy a bistro style meal whilst enjoying local...
Sunaraas Gourmet Restaurant Bistro & Bar
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Sunaraas Gourmet Restaurant Bistro & Bar is situated at the Alice in the Territory resort offering spectacular views from your table window...

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West MacDonnell Ranges - Editorial

The imposing rich, red walls were spawned by massive geological forces, creating one of the most acclaimed gorges of central Australia...
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West MacDonnell Ranges - Editorial

The imposing rich, red walls were spawned by massive geological forces, creating one of the most acclaimed gorges of central Australia...
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Ever wanted to see remarkable scenery but only want to do it in absolute comfort?
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