Alice Springs Natural Attractions

Red Centre Way (formerly Mereenie Loop Road)

Red Centre Way (formerly Pioneers' Way) links Australia's Northern Territory's world-renowned 'red heart' landmarks of Uluru...

Ormiston Gorge

Ormiston Gorge and Pound showcase the spectacular geology and landforms of the MacDonnell Ranges.

The cubist-like rock formations tower...

Serpentine Gorge

The gorge is located 100 kilometres west of Alice Springs, and its secluded location provides for a memorable walk through scenic surrounds....

Redbank Gorge

Part of the West MacDonnell National Park, the waters of deep and narrow Redbank Gorge are very cold all year round, and are best negotiated with...

Mt Sonder

Mt Sonder is at the end of the Larapinta Trail and the highest point of the entire trail.

During your walk keep an eye out for the termite...

Rocky Gully

The trail to Rocky Gully, on Section 6 of the Larapinta Trail, is a reminder that much of Central Australia is still a 'wild country'...

Serpentine Chalet Dam

Serpentine Chalet Dam is the Trailhead for Sections 8 and 9 of the Larapinta Trail.

As you approach Serpentine Chalet Dam from Counts...

Rocky Bar Gap

The trail to Rocky Bar Gap, along Section 11 of the Larapinta Trail, descends from Hilltop Lookout on the northern side then winds across low...

Giles Track

Impressive natural wonders, indigenous culture and the heritage of outback Central Australia can all be experienced when trekking this 22 km, 2...

Explorer's Way

The Explorer's Way bisects the Australian continent from Adelaide in the south to Darwin in the north.

It covers over 3,000 kms and...

Finke River Trailhead

The Finke River Trailhead is nearby to the junction of Ormiston and Davenport Creeks where the Finke River begins.

Runoff stored in the...

Birthday Waterhole

Birthday Waterhole is the Trailhead for Sections 4 and 5 of the Larapinta Trail.

Large River Red Gums fringe Birthday Waterhole, this semi...

Ellery Creek Big Hole

High red cliffs, a large waterhole and a sandy creek make this one of the most popular picnicking spots in the West MacDonnell Ranges. ...

Hugh Gorge Junction

Hugh Gorge Junction is located on Section 5 of the Larapinta Trail. After climbing over the rocky saddle you gradually descend until you reach the...

Jay Creek

Jay Creek is the Trailhead for Sections 2 and 3 of the Larapinta Trail.

Keep an eye out for the wallabies which take shelter in the...

Wallaby Gap

Located in Section 1 of the Larapinta Trail, Wallaby Gap is a deep, narrow passage created by a small watercourse carving through the tough gneiss...