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Safety: It’s Your ResponsibilitySafety should be your first priority when walking the Larapinta Trail. Careful planning, having the right supplies, plenty of water and knowing your limits are the keys to a trouble free walk.• The recommended walking season is April to September inclusive, although dangerously hot
weather can occur during these months. Do not attempt long walks in hot weather. Take warm clothing, a sleeping bag and shelter if you are camping during the freezing winter nights.
• Consider your health and fitness carefully before walking any part of the Trail. Know your limits and have an emergency plan. Allow for flexibility in case of unseasonably hot weather.
• Walk with at least two others so that an injured person is not left alone. Carry some form of emergency communication such as a satellite phone or personal locator beacon (PLB).
• Arrange return transport before you depart. Walkers should leave details of their walk plan with a reliable person. Ensure they know to contact police if you don’t return by the pre-arranged time.
• Fill out the logbooks provided at every Trailhead so that Rangers can track your movements in an emergency.
For more information:Parks and Wildlife DivisionPO Box 1120, Alice Springs NT 0871Phone: (08) 8951 8250 Email: [email protected]
LT0821
www.nt.gov.au
Section 5 is challenging and walkers should allow sufficient time to enjoy this rugged and spectacular section. The Trail follows natural watercourses and it may be necessary to negotiate pools of water within Hugh Gorge. Allow 2 days to comfortably complete this section.
Grade 5 - DIFFICULT: Suitable for experienced bushwalkers with navigation skills and a high level of fitness. This track is very rough with very long steep sections.
Vehicle access: You will need a high clearance 4WD to get to the Trailheads at Birthday Waterhole and Hugh Gorge. Birthday Waterhole is 14.4km from the turn-off on Namatjira Drive (allow 1 hour). Hugh Gorge is 22.3km from the turn-off (allow 2 hours)
(Section 4/5 Junction to Birthday Waterhole) (0.5 hr) (0.9km)
Section 4/5 Junction to Spencer Gorge 1.0 hr 2.1km
Spencer Gorge to Rocky Talus 1.0 hr 1.4kmRocky Talus to Windy Saddle 1.0 hr 1.1kmWindy Saddle to Razorback Ridge 1.0 hr 1.3km
Razorback Ridge to Fringe Lily Creek 1.0 hr 1.7km
Fringe Lily Creek to Rocky Saddle 1.0 hr 2.1kmRocky Saddle to Hugh Gorge Junction 1.0 hr 1.5km
Hugh Gorge Junction to Pocket Valley 1.0 hr 1.3km
Pocket Valley to Hugh Gorge Camp 1.5 hrs 2.4km
TOTAL 9.5 hrs 14.9km
These walking times are provided as a guide only, for walkers of average fitness and capable of carrying overnight packs (e.g. 15-20kg). The times are based on a steady walking pace and allow some time for brief stops but no long rests.
Section 514.9km / 9.5 hours
Section 4/5 Junctionto Hugh Gorge
Full Trail notes and comprehensive maps are provided in the ‘Larapinta Trail Package’.
Contact Parks and Wildlife for more details.
Visit www.nt.gov.au/leisure/recreation/bushwalking-hiking/larapinta-trail for details about food drops, transfers, group logistics, camping fees & current conditions.
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