2024 Karijini National Park Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in December)

Karijini National Park, Western Australia

#australiatrip Karijini National Park is a natural masterpiece in Western Australia, renowned for its dramatic gorges, waterfalls, and rugged red landscapes. Visitors can explore ancient rock formations, cool off in natural swimming holes, or hike through picturesque trails like Hancock and Dales Gorges. The park offers breathtaking viewpoints and opportunities to spot native wildlife. Camping under a star-filled sky adds to the experience, making Karijini a dream destination for adventure seekers. Its remote location enhances its unspoiled beauty, offering a true escape into Australia’s untamed wilderness and a chance to connect with its awe-inspiring natural heritage.

Karijini National Park

#australiatrip This is one of our favourite places in all of Australia - and we travel full time so that’s saying a lot! We came in winter (June) and there was an unusual cold snap so the wetsuits came in handy for some of the incredible swimming spots. Others we braved in our swimmers. We camped at Dales Overlfow which was also great. We did all the gorges and hikes and loved them. Kaylene at the visitor information centre gave us a full itinerary which we half followed and it was brilliant. She’s a wealth of knowledge. Don’t miss swimming in Kermit’s - that was awesome! And the hike getting there even better. Absolutely love this place! We will be back next year when it’s a bit warmer.

KARIJINI NP-Western Australia If you are seeking adventure, Karijini NP is perfect for challenging hiking, exploring rocky tunnels of unbelievable colours, climbing over boulders, squeezing through narrow walls and wading through waterways. Its 100 meter deep chasms were eroded over two billion years. This National Park was on our bucket list for a long time and we couldn’t wait to see this ancient gorge full of waterfalls, massive gorges and natural rock pools perfect for a refreshing dip after hiking and exploring this Australian gem. Karijini is the second-largest park in Western Australia, for you to try to imagine the size of this park - its 6,274 km². The nearest small town, where is your last chance to get fuel and supplies is Tom Price. It’s a very small mining town lying just around 74 km from Karijini. 1422km from Perth (16, 5 hours’ drive) 640km from Exmouth (8 hours’ drive) The entrance fee into Karijini is 13AUD day pass per car, 7AUD for senior and 7AUD for motorbikes. To avoid unbearable heat and thousands of flies, the best time to visit Karijini National Park would be during the winter. Months from April to October have as well a lower chance of rain so all the tracks and pools should be accessible. If you don’t feel like hour’s long hikes and climbs, there are tons of stunning lookouts and short and easy trails so everyone gets to see 100 meter deep canyons, waterfalls and even get to have a swim in a crystal clear emerald color rock pools. Best places to visit in Karijini ♡ Heart-shaped pool in Hamersley Gorge ♡ Kermits Pool in the Hancock Gorge ♡ Fortescue Falls in Dale Gorge ♡ Circular pool in Dale Gorge #australia #couplestrip #historicallandmarks #unforgettableexperiences #scenicspotguide #travelinspiration #instagramworthydestinations #awesomepic