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Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park

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national park in Northern Territory, Australia

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  1. 1Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park

    Welcome to Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park, a majestic landscape that highlights the spectacular beauty of Australia's Red Centre. Stretching west from Alice Springs in the Northern Territory, these ranges are a…

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  2. 2Ellery Creek Big Hole — The Permanent Waterhole

    We begin at Ellery Creek Big Hole, one of the most popular swimming and camping spots in the park. This is a 'permanent watering hole', a rarity in the arid center, where a large pool of cold, deep water is framed by high red…

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  3. 3The Ochre Pits — 700 Million Years of History

    The Ochre Pits are a site of immense cultural and geological significance. Here, the earth reveals a palette of red, yellow, and white ochre—minerals that have been collected by the Western Aranda people for thousands of years. …

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  4. 4Ormiston Gorge and Pound — The Big Hike

    Ormiston Gorge and Pound offer what many consider to be one of the most 'exhilarating and memorable hikes' in Central Australia. The nine-kilometer loop traverses the vast 'pound'—a bowl-like valley surrounded by mountains—before…

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  5. 5The Water Crossing — A Cold Reality

    One of the most 'brutal' and talked-about features of the Ormiston Pound walk is the water crossing at the end. Due to summer rains, visitors must often wade through quite deep water to complete the circuit. …

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  6. 6Glen Helen Gorge — The Finke River and Pipe Organs

    Glen Helen Gorge is where the ancient Finke River—thought to be one of the oldest river systems in the world—cuts through a spectacular gap in the ranges. The gorge features a permanent watering hole that is home to the largest…

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  7. 7Mount Sonder — The Western Giant

    Mount Sonder, the fourth highest peak in the Northern Territory, marks the western end of the West MacDonnell Ranges. It is an 'iconic' location, known for its changing colors throughout the day, famously captured in the…

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  8. 8Closing

    As we conclude our journey through Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park, take a moment to reflect on the 'majestical' landscapes we have traversed. From the freezing depths of Ormiston Gorge to the vibrant history of the…

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What is Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park?

Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park is a place in 노던 준주 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

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Location노던 준주
TypeActivity
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates-23.4364, 132.4180
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