Cathedral Gorge

Type: Bush Walk | Region: North West | Difficulty: Moderate

Discover Cathedral Gorge, an astonishing natural amphitheatre of red rock located within the Bungle Bungle Ranges in Purnululu National Park. The unusual bee hive striped formations and deep gorges make it one of the most fascinating geological landmarks and one of two World Heritage sites in Western Australia.

Trail Details

Time and/or Distance

1.5 - 2.5 hours. Distance is 4km return

Access to the Trail

Air or road to Kununurra. 4WD track into National Park. See Group D items on Trail Tips page. Roads may be closed after heavy rain, check conditions before travelling

Best Time of the Year

April to mid October

Facilities

Picnic Area
Public Toilet

Fees

Entry fee to Purnululu National Park

Difficulty

Moderate (moderate level of fitness and experience required)

What to Pack

Take a minimum of 4 litres of water per person.
Group B items required.

Minimum 2 litres of water per person per day
Sturdy shoes
Sun hat or bike helmet (compulsory in WA)
Sunglasses, sunscreen (30+) and insect repellant
Binoculars and camera (optional)
Map or guide book where suggested
Snacks and/or lunch depending on length of trail
Clothes to suit the activity and potential weather conditions including a water/windproof jacket
Spray bottle of methylated spirits to spray boots and tyres in disease risk areas
First Aid kit

Hazards

Temperatures can get very hot (up to 50 degrees), walk in the early morning or late afternoon

Prohibited

No pets

Trail Contact

Purnululu National Park Visitor Centre (open April to mid October)
Tel: +61 (0)8 9168 7300
Web: http://www.dec.wa.gov.au

Related Information

Visitor Centre/s

Kununurra Visitor Centre

Disclaimer

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Trail Start

Starting Point

Piccaninny Creek car park, Purnululu National Park, 230km (3 hours) south of Kununurra, which is 3200km (30 hours) north of Perth

Geo location

-17.5, 128.5