Walpa Gorge is a 2.6 km return, Grade 3 walk that typically takes about an hour. (opens in a new tab) Take water before leaving the carpark.
The marked track follows a rocky gorge toward a seasonal stream, passing spearwood and other desert plants beneath the Kata Tjuta walls.
Stay on the marked track and do not climb boulders or enter gullies. When taking photos in the gorge, include both sides of the gorge in the frame in line with the cultural request.
For park contact and visitor-address details, see Parks Australia contact information (opens in a new tab).
Sources last validated: 9 September 2026.