Full Journey | Larapinta Trail |
Start | (-23.6717846,133.8850785) |
Mode | Car |
Directions | From Stuart Highway, 87
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Finish | (-23.6785843,133.7176157) |
Mode (end) | Car Shuttle Car |
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional side trip takes you to the Wallaby Gap along the creek bed. Expect 10 minutes of moving time out & back. To start this optional side trip turn right here. On returning from this side trip error >360 when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This little side trip takes you to the Scorpion Pool where you can see some scorpions --hence the name-- and spot some birdlife as well. Expect 10-15 minutes of moving time out & back. To start this optional side trip turn right here. On returning from this side trip error >360 when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
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Hat Hill Saddle
Hat Hill Saddle
This scenic point offer you great southerly views over the surrounding land, especially around sunrise/sunset.
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This scenic point offer you great southerly views over the surrounding land, especially around sunrise/sunset.
Hat Hill Saddle Campsite
Hat Hill Saddle Campsite
This campsite is often used by people hiking the Larapinta Trail even though it is not a designated campsite and has no water & facilites. The exceptional views over the hill makes for great sunsets/sunrises though.
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This campsite is often used by people hiking the Larapinta Trail even though it is not a designated campsite and has no water & facilites. The exceptional views over the hill makes for great sunsets/sunrises though.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This optional side trip takes you to the permanent waterhole along Roe Creek at Simpsons Gap. You can't swim in the waterhole, but the possibility of seeing a black-footed rock wallaby in this peaceful place can make the 25-30 minutes you'll spend worthwhile. To start this optional side trip turn right here. On returning from this side trip turn right when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
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Class 4/6 Hard track |
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Length | 24.5 km |
Time | 8 h to 2 days |
Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) |
Gradient | Very steep (4/6) |
Signage | Clearly signposted (2/6) |
Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (2/6) |
Experience Required | Moderate level of bushwalking experience recommended (4/6) |
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (2/6) |
Item | From Start | Name & link to notes |
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Shelter
| 130 m | Larapinta Trail Information |
Camp site
| 13.9 km | Wallaby Gap |
Toilet
| 13.9 km | [toilet] |
Campsite
| 22.4 km | Hat Hill Saddle Campsite |
Camp site
| 24.3 km | Larapinta Walkers Campsite |
Shelter
| 24.4 km + 130 m | Simpsons Gap |
Shelter
| 24.5 km | Larapinta Trail Information |
Toilet
| 24.5 km | [toilet] |