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Karijini National Park Information

Karijini National Park is the second largest national park in Western Australia and one of the most spectacular sights in the Pilbara. With breathtaking gorges, crystal clear rock pools, waterfalls, and stunning scenery, a visit to Karijini is a must.

The park has a system of excellent walk trails of varying levels, for the beginner to the adventurous, which will lead you deep into the subterranean gorges and through waterfalls where you can dive into sparkling rock pools.

There are excellent picnic areas as well as allocated camping sites within the park (visitor and camping fees apply). Visit the newly opened Karijini Visitor Centre for information and see the interactive natural and cultural heritage displays, pick up some film and souvenirs, or just grab a cold drink.

Distances:

• 330 kilometres south of Port Hedland via Great Northern Highway

• 200 kilometres north-west of Newman via Great Northern Highway

• 350 kilometres east of Nanutarra via sealed road

• 90 kilometres north-east of Tom Price via sealed road

Tours depart Tom Price, Karratha, and Port Hedland on a regular basis.

Vegetation includes Mulga and Spinifex with some 50 varieties of Acacia, Eucalypts and Melaleuca inside Gorges. Fauna consists of Euro (Rock Wallaby), dingoes, 133 species of birds, and 92 species of amphibians and reptiles. Also, pebble mounds of Pebble-mound Mice may be seen throughout the Park.

Supplies are available from Tom Price and other accommodation is available at the Auski Roadhouse.

For further information visit CALM's NatureBase website at www.calm.wa.gov.au for more information.

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