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Glen Helen Gorge This breathtaking sandstone formation was created by the erosive action of the Finke River over thousands of years. There is a beautiful walk along the Finke River with towering cliffs providing a habitat for black-footed wallabies. Helicopter flights provide awe-inspiring views over Mt Sonder. 300 m E.West MacDonnell National Park: majestic mountain range and wilderness surrounding Glen Helen Resort and featuring Ormiston Gorge (12 km NE), Ochre Pits (21 km E) and the Larapinta Trail; see Alice Springs. Tnorala (Gosse Bluff) Conservation Reserve: huge crater, 25 km in diameter, formed when a comet struck earth over 130 million years ago, with excellent views from Tylers Pass. Access permit, from visitor centre, is included with Mereenie Loop permit (Mereenie Loop links West MacDonnells with Kings Canyon Resort in the south-west); 50 km SW.

Walking the Larapinta Trail 8 km

Now known as one of the best arid-zone treks in the world, the 220-kilometre Larapinta Trail goes from Alice Springs to Mount Sonder, and can be done in 12–15 days by experienced hikers. Walkers are advised to use... Find out more

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Alice Springs walking tour 123 km

Take Foot Falcon’s two-hour walking tour around Alice Springs, learning about the history and culture of the region with long-term Alice Springs resident, teacher, writer and historian, Linda Wells. A highlight of... Find out more

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Alice Springs Golf Club 123 km

Early in the morning or late in the day are the best times to witness the colourful splendour of a round at Alice Springs, Australia’s only true desert course of championship standard. The beautifully maintained... Find out more

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2 Mile 4WD camping area 1 km

This very basic site has no facilities, and access is by 4WD only. 4WD access to these bush camping sites is north of Namatjira Dr between the Glen Helen Resort access and the Finke River crossing. After heavier rains... Find out more

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Ormiston Gorge camping area (section 10) 8 km

This popular campsite can be reached by conventional vehicles and has good facilities. The site is 7 km off Namatjira Dr, 128 km west of Alice Springs. A number of walking trails start and finish here, including the... Find out more

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Bush camping areas (section 11) 10 km

Several bush-camping sites can be found along the Finke River between the trailhead and Glen Helen Resort.... Find out more

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Rocky Bar Gap camping area (section 11) 11 km

This site is 15 km west of the trailhead and has no facilities.... Find out more

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Bush camping areas (section 9) 16 km

There are 2 bush-camping sites in this section, 11 km west of Inarlanga Pass in the gorge and 2 km west on the ridgetop near the lookout.... Find out more

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Redbank Gorge – Woodland camping area 19 km

Virtually opposite the Ridgetop campsite, 3.5 km north of Namatjira Dr, 152 km west of Alice Springs, with the turn-off to the left, this basic campsite is slightly larger, with sandy spots to pitch a tent.... Find out more

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Redbank Gorge – Ridgetop camping area (section 11) 20 km

Access to this site is recommended for 4WD vehicles or walkers. It is 3.5 km north of Namatjira Dr, 152 km west of Alice Springs. Bring in your own drinking water but no generators. As the name indicates, this campsite... Find out more

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Serpentine Chalet Dam camping area (section 8) 25 km

This walk-in bush campsite is accessible to vehicles that are supporting people walking the Larapinta Trail, but not to vehicles of other campers.... Find out more

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Serpentine Chalet camping area 25 km

This 4WD-access camping area is off Namatjira Dr. No generators are allowed here and you need to bring firewood, a gas stove and drinking water. Quiet and secluded, yet easily accessed from Namatjira Dr, this area... Find out more

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Serpentine Gorge camping area (section 7) 32 km

This trailhead is 14 km west of Ellery Creek Big Hole. The campsite is walk-in only, located about 500 m along the trail from the carpark to the gorge. The view from the lookout further along this trail is quite... Find out more

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Kings Creek Station 118 km

Located 39 km from Kings Canyon, this large camping area on a cattle station caters solely for tourists and has a restaurant and numerous sites in bush settings. There are numerous activities including camel rides,... Find out more

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G'day Mate Tourist Park 122 km

This tidy compact park with good facilities is a suitable base for exploring Alice Springs. It does not have the tourist-season activities of some other parks and this is reflected in the price. Bookings are required in... Find out more

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Heritage Caravan Park 122 km

If you are travelling to Alice Springs with your pet dog then this is the park for you. It is the only dog park in town. There is a full range of facilities, a large well-stocked shop and a huge swimming pool. Bookings... Find out more

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MacDonnell Range Holiday Park 122 km

Enjoy a delicious, free pancake breakfast every Sunday morning at this large, quality park. It has numerous activities during the tourist season (April to October), including nightly talks on the stars, bush tucker and... Find out more

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Wintersun Cabin and Caravan Park 122 km

Located on the north side of Alice Springs, this place offers pleasant, grassy sites with shade. It is a quality park with good access to the Stuart Highway. Bookings are required in the winter months.... Find out more

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Kings Canyon Resort 134 km

This is a very good resort and caravan park located about 7 km from Kings Canyon. The resort has a range of accommodation, a restaurant and a well-stocked roadhouse. Bookings are required in peak periods. Pets are... Find out more

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Desert Oaks Resort 176 km

Erldunda is an important service centre strategically located at the junction of the Stuart and Lasseter highways. This is a good quality park and is an excellent overnight stop. The facilities include a tennis court and... Find out more

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Ti Tree Roadhouse Caravan Park 188 km

The Ti Tree area supports large commercial orchards and vegetable crops. This is a great place to stop if travelling on the Stuart Highway. The complex includes a licensed bar, motel rooms, backpacker accommodation and... Find out more

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Ayers Rock Campground 242 km

This is a large campground with a beautiful lawn area for campers and a separate caravan and motorhome section. The park has clean amenities, a great camp kitchen and a pool, and is within walking distance of... Find out more

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Glen Helen Resort

An hour’s drive west of Alice Springs, this resort is situated in one of the most scenic areas of Central Australia. Rooms at the resort are comfortable, and the restaurant and bar at the lodge are inviting –... Find out more

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Kings Canyon 119 km

Kings Canyon Wilderness Lodge, run by APT on Kings Creek Station adjacent Watarrka National Park, has luxury tented cabins that are partly run on solar power. Kings Creek Station itself has a range of camping sites and... Find out more

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Uluru and Kata Tjuta 243 km

In terms of accommodation providers, options are very limited at Uluru and camping is not permitted in the park, but thankfully Ayers Rock Resort has been developed with a wide variety of options, from five-star luxury... Find out more

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Pol Hill Rest Area 102 km

141 km N of Erldunda (L) or 59 km S of Alice Springs (R) Small area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S24 06.477 E133 33.493... Find out more

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Finke River Rest Area 108 km

75 km N of Erldunda (R) or 125 km S of Alice Springs (L) Small area just off the highway on the banks of the river. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S24 33.10 E133 14.40... Find out more

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Connor Well Rest Area 121 km

95 km N of Alice Springs (L) or 99 km S of Ti Tree (R) Large area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S22 57.049 E133 32.603 ... Find out more

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Prowse Gap Rest Area 144 km

148 km N of Alice Springs (L) or 46 km S of Ti Tree (R) Small area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S22 31.852 E133 19.749... Find out more

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Desert Oaks Rest Area 145 km

33 km N of Erldunda (L) or 167 km S of Alice Springs (R) Large area just off the highway at the base of a large sand hill. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S24 54.246 E133 11.794... Find out more

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