Karijini National Park from the Victoria Highway

• Karijini National Park Western Australia. Two billion years in the making, Karijini National Park is one of Western Australia's most spectacular natural attractions offering amazing hiking trails through ancient gorges. With massive gorges, crystal clear rock pools and waterfalls, Karijini National Park is a must for anyone with a thirst for adventure. Explore tunnels of marbled rock, clamber over boulders, squeeze through narrow tunnels, paddle through waterways and descend deep into ancient chasms. There's also easy access to stunning lookouts and walk trails of varying levels so everyone can experience this awesome landscape.

Permanent water pools means there's always the chance for a refreshing swim. There are excellent picnic areas as well as allocated camping sites within the park. Karijini National Park is located about two hours drive from the town of Newman. It's best accessed by joining a four wheel drive tour. There are a number of tour operators taking visitors from Perth to Karijini and the surrounding region.

Camping in Western Australia's natural areas is a special experience. Selected campgrounds from across the state are now bookable online for a trial period.
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Entry cost Vehicle : $12.00
Location Great Northern Highway, Karijini, Tel. 61 8 9188 1112 and email info@tompricewa.com.au

Where is Karijini National Park located
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How to Get to Karijini National Park
Access to Karijini National Park can be from Tom Price, via Marandoo Road or from the east via Karijini Drive. Alternatively if you are travelling from Port Hedland of Newman turn west on Karijini Drive from Great Northern Highway. If you are travelling from Dampier or Karratha you can travel through Millstream-Chichester National Park, on the Tom Price Railway Road. Please note that you will need a permit to travel along this road. You can obtain a permit from either the Karratha or Tom Price Visitors Centre.
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Driving directions to Karijini Eco retreat from Carnarvon/Coral Bay/ Exmouth
Driving north on the North West Coastal Highway to Nanutarra Roadhouse (370kms) 5kms after the roadhouse, turn right on to the Nanutarra - Wittenoom Road. After 219kms turn right to Paraburdoo, 51kms. After Paraburdoo continue towards Tom Price for 70kms. 10 kms before Tom Price, turn right at the Karijini Drive Road, signposted to Karijini National Park and Warlu Way. Just before Marandoo mine, 40 kms, turn left as signposted towards Karijini National Park. The 2nd road on the left approx 5kms, is Banjima Drive and western entry point to the Karijini National Park. Turn left here and travel 28kms on unsealed road to Karijini Eco retreat .

From Port Hedland/Karratha
Driving South on the North West Coastal Highway for 42 kms . Turn left on the Great Northern Highway towards Newman / Perth . Travel on this highway past Auski Roadhouse 219kms - (last fuel point before the National Park ) .After 35 kms, turn right onto Karjini Drive. Signposted to Tom Price. First road on right is Eastern entry point to Karijini National Park , Dales Gorge and the Karijini Visitors Centre. Follow signage to the Karijini Visitors Centre ( on Banjimi Drive ) and continue on this unsealed road for a further 30kms . Turn right at the T intersection into Weano Gorge Road . Travel 3kms to the Entry to Karijini Eco Retreat . Alternatively, continue on Karijini Drive to the western entry point into the park and drive 28kms on unsealed road to Karijini Eco retreat.
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Karijini Eco Retreat - where to stay
The Karijini Eco Retreat is ideally located in the depths of the magnificent Karijini National Park. The Retreat is environmentally friendly and harmonises with the natural and rugged outback setting. A range of affordable accommodation options are offered along with tours and a range of quality facilities including a restaurant and bar that offers a unique dining experience with a twist. The Karijini Eco Retreat is nestled next to Joffre Gorge, and is an ideal base to explore the National Park.

After a day of exploring enjoy a drink and chat whilst being the outback chef and cooking your Scotch Fillet or Barramundi to your liking under the stars. You could also choose to spoil yourself and have dinner come straight from the kitchen; such selections include mouth-watering lamb shanks or vegetarian risotto. Breakfast, dinner and packed lunches are available daily along with a selection of drinks, snacks, supplies and souvenirs from the kiosk and tour desk. The Retreat's furnished Eco Tents offer a taste of luxury in the outback, with a choice between a powered Deluxe Tent with a full en-suite or a Standard Eco Tent with share facilities. These spacious tents offer top of the range king, twin or bunk beds with full linen, luggage rack, bedside tables and blanket box. The tents receive natural ventilation and have an outdoor deck complete with table and chairs for you to relax and enjoy the amazing surroundings.

Campsites are also available for those who want to pitch their own tent or bring a camper van or caravan. Quality showers with hot water are available as well as flushing toilets and BBQ Bush Kitchen area with undercover preparation and seating areas provided. Everyone is welcome to make use of the restaurant, bar, kiosk and BBQ Bush Kitchens.

Eco Accommodation

Deluxe Eco Tent
At Karijini Eco Retreat we cater for guests of all ages and offer a choice of accommodation facilities ranging from our Deluxe Eco Tents through to campsites for visitors that prefer to bring their own accommodation! The well designed Eco Tents are our flagship accommodation type and are available with an en-suite bathroom. These provide a luxurious close to an adventurous day, complete with quality beds and linen. Please click on the links below to explore the options that we offer!

Unpowered Campsites
Unpowered Campsites Campsites are available for campers, campervans and caravans. (Max 1 vehicle plus tent, trailer, caravan and up to 6 guests per site) Please Note: Children up to 12 years of age stay free with a minimum of 2 adults on campsites. For children aged 13 and above please class as adults in your booking details to ensure your booking is processed correctly.

Deluxe Eco Tent with Ensuite
Deluxe Eco Tent with Ensuite Deluxe Eco Tent featuring ensuite bathroom and deck.

Unpowered 'Dorm' Style Eco Tent
Unpowered 'Dorm' Style Eco Tent Unpowered 'Dorm' style Eco Tent featuring bunk beds and decked seating area. Sleeps up to 8 guests Use of shared ablutions

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Recreational Activities
Off Road Driving, Camping, Canoeing, Rock Climbing, Swimming, Animal Viewing, Bushwalking, Hiking/Trekking, Wilderness Walking

Gorge Rim Walk, Dales Gorge 0 km
The moderate two kilometre Gorge Rim Walk follows the rim of Dales Gorge, in Karijini National Park, between Circular Pool Lookout and the beginning of the Fortescue Falls track. This Top Trail offers spectacular views and is ideal for those who don’t want to venture into the depths of Dales Gorge. The Gorge Rim walk commences from the car park at either end before approaching the lookout offering vertigo inducing views of Circular Pool.

Mount Bruce 11.36 km
For an exhilarating physical challenge and stunning views, climb Mount Bruce, Western Australia’s second highest peak, located in the Karijini National Park. Mount Bruce is part of the Hamersley Range – and while it doesn’t seem that massive from the car park below, the climb is 1,235 metres to the top. The walk trail winds around smaller peaks and rocky outcrops. First stop is the Marandoo Mine site, and from there the trek becomes more difficult – but the sense of achievement and panoramic view of the surrounding plateau makes it very worthwhile. It can take anywhere between two to four hours to climb Mount Bruce depending on your level of fitness. Mount Bruce is in the southern part of Karijini National Park. The park is a two hour drive from the town of Newman and is best accessed by joining a four wheel drive tour.

Dales Gorge and Circular Pool 25.5 km
Go bushwalking at Dales Gorge and Circular Pool – two of the best spots for a picnic at Karijini National Park in Western Australia’s north-west. Two billion years in the making, Karijini National Park is one of the country’s most spectacular natural attractions offering amazing hiking trails through ancient gorges. In Dales Gorge, a four kilometre walk trail runs along the bottom of the gorge. Here you can go swimming in the stream, permanent water pools and beneath waterfalls. Lush green ferns and the occasional gum tree contrast with the red terraced cliffs weathered by time. Give yourself three hours to make the return journey. The two hour return hike to Circular Pool involves a loose steep descent and then an easy ramble. Here, you’ll find hidden gardens and a clear rock pool. You can see Circular Pool from a lookout on the Gorge Rim Walk. This walk follows the rim of Dales Gorge between Circular Pool Lookout and the beginning of the Fortescue Falls track. You’ll be amazed by the colours of the ancient rock faces. Karijini National Park is a two hour drive from the town of Newman and is best accessed by joining a four wheel drive tour.

Fortescue Falls 26.1 km
Take a refreshing dip under Fortescue Falls, Karijini National Park’s only permanent waterfall. The ancient gorges, tunnels and waterways of Karijini are famous for their bushwalking trails, lush vegetation and sheer-sided chasms up to 100 metres deep. You can reach Fortescue Falls and the aptly named Fern Pool by hiking down a steep trail from the car park and following a narrow path. As you descend you’ll notice the vegetation changes and becomes more dense and tropical, while the iron-ore rich gorge walls become deep red and purple in colour. At the end of the hike, take an energising swim in the spring-fed permanent pool beneath stunning Fortescue Falls. Give yourself two hours for the return trip. Karijini National Park is about two hours drive from the town of Newman. It's best accessed by joining a four wheel drive tour. There are a number of tour operators taking visitors from Perth to Karijini and the surrounding region.

Oxer Lookout 34.09 km
The Oxer Lookout offers breathtaking panoramic views of four amazing gorges. Checkout one of the most spectacular vantage points within the Karijini National Park. The lookout stands at the junction of the Joffre Gorge, Weano Gorge, Red Gorge and Hancock Gorge. See the awesome view from the lookout above down the sheer chasms into the crystal clear water, over 100 metres below. Then get a closer view with a walk along one of the many beautiful walk trails departing from the car park. It is a short 15 minute walk to get to the Oxer Lookout from the Weano Gorge car park, though this depends on the number of photos you stop to take, make sure you allow a bit of extra time to soak up the amazing scenery along the way. Karijini National Park has a number of spectacular gorges, cool rugged rock pools, waterfalls, wonderful wildlife and amazing scenery. There are a number of excellent picnic areas and camping grounds within the park. The Karijini National Park is a one hour drive north east of Tom Price and a 16 hour drive from Perth.

Hamersley Gorge 60.53 km
For a revitalising spa treatment like no other, take a dip into Hamersley Gorge, a natural spa rock pool in Karijini National Park. As you lie back into the water, you’ll be amazed by the spectacular rock formations carved out by Mother Nature over millions of years. This incredible backdrop changes in colour from dawn to dusk. Watch the reflections in the water and feel the tranquillity of your awesome surroundings. Karijini National Park is one of Western Australia’s most incredible natural landscapes. There are hiking trails through ancient gorges and chasms, as well as the chance to camp out under the outback sky. Karijini National Park is about two hours drive from the town of Newman. It's best accessed by joining a four wheel drive tour. There are a number of tour operators taking visitors from Perth to Karijini and the surrounding region.