Ord River

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1. 1Ord River

   Welcome to the Ord River, one of the most significant and ecologically diverse waterways in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. As we stand by its banks, you are looking at a river that has been fundamentally transformed…

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2. 2The Engineering Marvel: Lake Argyle and the Dams

   The modern Ord River is defined by the two dams that control its flow. The first, known as the Diversion Dam at Kununurra, was completed in 1963 to manage water for the fledgling irrigation industry. …

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3. 3Canoeing the Ord: A Slow-Motion Safari

   For those seeking a closer connection to the river, a multi-day canoe trip is the definitive experience. Traveling 55 kilometers by canoe allows you to experience the Ord at a 'human' pace, noticing the small details that…

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4. 4Avian Wonders: Bowerbirds and Lily-Walkers

   The Ord River is an ornithologist's paradise. The permanent water and lush vegetation attract an incredible density and variety of birdlife. …

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5. 5The Wild Cattle of the Ord

   A surprising sight for many Ord River visitors is the presence of 'wild' cattle along the banks. These are the descendants of the Shorthorn cattle that were once driven through the dry riverbeds to the old meatworks in Wyndham. …

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6. 6Flora of the Perennial Oasis

   The vegetation of the Ord River is a lush contrast to the surrounding savanna. The constant water supply allows for a density of growth that is rare in the Kimberley. …

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7. 7Closing

   As the sun begins to set over the Ord River, the landscape is transformed. The red cliffs glow with an even more intense fire, and the water turns into a mirror, reflecting the spectacular colors of the Kimberley sky. …

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