Ormiston Gorge and Pound

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Ormiston Gorge and Pound Description

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The Ormiston Gorge and Pound is part of the West MacDonnel National Park

The main attraction is the gorge carved out by the Ormiston River. At its south end, some 500m from the visitor center, is a waterhole which hardly ever dries up, shaded by mighty river gums and the high rock walls of the gorge, which shimmer in the sunshine in varying colors, depending on the minerals in the rock.

Hobbies & Activities category: Swimming & water activities; Hiking opportunity; Natural area; National park; Scenic site or route

Ormiston Gorge and Pound Highlights

Walking Trails

In Ormiston Pound, a wide valley 10km across framed by ranges of hills, there are a number of walking circuits (drinking water, sun protection and sturdy footwear essential).

Half an hour's walk

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Address

Parks and Wildlife Commission of the Northern Territory Alice Springs Region
Box 2130
South Stuart Highway
Alice Springs, NT 0870
Australia

http://www.nt.gov.au/nreta/parks/find/arltunga.html

Cost

Adult	$6.60
Child 15 & under	$3.30
Family	$15.40

All values are in local currency (Dollar).

Tips

Access via Namatjira Drive and a good gravel road (8km) negotiable by all types of vehicle.
Bring your own drinking water.
Facilities include camping grounds, ranger station, visitor center, campfire sites, toilets, showers, beautiful bathing area.
Fees are for camping only and apply per night.