Trephina Gorge
The most beautiful gorge in the East MacDonnell Ranges, with a pale sandy creek bed, red cliffs and huge ghost gums. It sees far fewer visitors than the western gorges.
Trephina Gorge Nature Park has two main attractions. The first is the wide Trephina Gorge, where red quartzite walls rise on either side of a sandy creek bed. A loop walk through the gorge and along the ridge takes about an hour. The second is John Hayes Rockhole, a waterhole about 3 km away. Nearby stands what is said to be the largest ghost gum in Central Australia. Entry is free, and there are campsites. The site is about 75 km from town. The final 9 km is gravel, generally passable for ordinary cars, but check road conditions after rain. In summer (November to March), daytime temperatures often exceed 40°C, so hike early in the morning and carry plenty of water.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Corroboree Rock
- Jessie Gap
- Emily Gap
- Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve
- Anzac Hill
- Todd Mall
- Olive Pink Botanic Garden
- Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility