Dales Gorge
The most accessible gorge in Karijini, with a moderate level of difficulty, where Fortescue Falls, Fern Pool and Circular Pool are strung together between layered red rock walls.
Dales Gorge lies in the eastern part of the park and is the most popular gorge in Karijini, with a difficulty level that suits most visitors. You can follow a cliff-top path for views down into the gorge, or descend to the floor and walk the gorge trail along the creek. This trail is about 2 km long and takes 1 to 1.5 hours one way, linking Fortescue Falls, Fern Pool and Circular Pool into one route. Along the way you can see banded iron formation rock layers and rock-wallabies. At the top of the gorge are Dales Campground and a picnic area, about 10 km from the visitor centre, reached by a fully sealed road. A Western Australia national park entry pass is required. The gorge may close after rain in summer.
Opening hours
Sunrise to sunset
Nearby sights
- Circular Pool
- Fortescue Falls
- Fern Pool (Jubura)
- Karijini Visitor Centre
- Kalamina Gorge
- Knox Gorge
- Oxer Lookout
- Hancock Gorge & Kermit's Pool