Manning Gorge
A gorge behind Mount Barnett Roadhouse. You first cross the river on a foam box, then hike about 1.5 hours to a waterfall pool, where Aboriginal rock art can be seen.
Manning Gorge is managed by the Aboriginal community that owns Mount Barnett Roadhouse. After paying at the roadhouse, you can camp by the river. The trail starts at the Manning River beside the campsite. Either swim across, or push your backpack over on one of the foam boxes provided. A rocky path then runs about 3 km (1–1.5 hours one way) to the gorge, where a waterfall pours down the cliff into a wide, deep pool. You can jump in and swim from the rock ledges, and Aboriginal rock art is found on nearby cliffs. The stretch of river at the campsite is also good for an evening swim. The trail has no shade, so bring plenty of water, and on the way back make sure you cross the river before dark.
Opening hours
Open in dry season (entry and camping fees paid at Barnett Mountain Hut)
Nearby sights
- Mount Barnett Roadhouse
- Galvans Gorge
- Barnett River Gorge
- Mount Elizabeth Station
- Adcock Gorge
- Charnley River Station (Charnley River–Artesian Range Sanctuary)
- Imintji Store & Campground
- Bell Gorge (Dalmanyi)