Watarrka National Park & Kings CanyonAccommodation Attractions Fauna of Flora of Images
Located within Watarrka National Park, this spectacular attraction of towering vertical walls and pockets of ‘lush’ vegetation that grow protected in the sheltered gullies, known as Kings Canyon, is what many visitors come to see. It offers one of the best views, that gives the visitor the opportunity to stare into the vastness of the canyon, as is seen on ‘the Canyon Walk’. The walk rises steeply to the Canyon top and follows the rim.
As you approach the rim, there is a narrow opening in the rocks. It is what lies beyond, that can take your breath away. Piled upon the baked surface of stone are clumps of crusted red rock, almost like they are domes spun by bees. This is known as ‘The Lost City’. Walking through the streets of ‘The Lost City’ is a step back into primeval time, marked by ancient marine fossil etched into the rock face.
It is at the edge of the great Canyon, that you can see the sheer magnificent of the gorge. Descending down wooden steps, you enter what is known as the ‘Garden of Eden’, a lush garden of cycad ferns that date back to the age of dinosaurs, river red gums and a variety of 600 different plant species.
At the head of the Canyon there is a pool of water with its reflecting light striking the Canyon wall around it. You follow the path off the platform, relax by the waterhole, then move on across to the southern rim to continue up the steps and on to complete the rest of the walk.
Check out the government website Watarrka National Park for information and downloadable documents.
| SAFETY WARNING Drinking water is a key consideration and walkers are advised to carry at least 1 litre of water per hour per adult during summer (the Rim Walk takes approximately 3 to 4 hours). If you are planning extended walks during the warmer periods, then more water is required. For those planning to do the Rim Walk during the warmer and summer period (October – March), it is strongly advised to commence the walk as early as possible ie 5 am. Temperatures during summer can exceed 40 Degrees Celsius (104 Degrees Fahrenheit). |
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Watarrka National Park & Kings CanyonAccommodation Attractions Fauna of Flora of Images