Can you swim in Fern Pool?
Just a short distance from Fortescue Falls, you can swim in the refreshing, spring fed Fern Pool. From Fortescue Falls turn right to Fern Pool or left for the three hour return walk to Circular Pool. Fern Pool is about 10 minutes away and is one of the most picturesque settings in the park.
Can you swim at Karijini National Park?
Visitors are welcome to swim but are asked to treat the spot with the respect it deserves. It’s such an awe-inspiring place that we hope this will come naturally. As always, take care whilst swimming and hiking. It is recommended that you leave the gorges if it starts to rain as flash flooding can occur.
Is spa pool Karijini open?
Spa Pool in Hamersley Gorge, Karijini National Park has been reopened. A steel ladder has been installed to provide safer access to the pool. Take care and remember to wear suitable footwear.
Where can you swim in Karijini?
Hamersley Gorge (Minhthukundi) & Spa Pool Hamersley Gorge is in the north-west of Karijini, further afield than the other gorges. Swirls of rock sweep down through the gorge and waterfalls rush into tranquil pools. This is a dramatic gorge, full of colour, texture and reflections and a great spot for a swim.
Is Karijini worth visiting?
It’s about 750-800km from Exmouth but well worth the journey. We left early and got there by the afternoon and had time to do one of the gorge hikes. The best gorges are ‘circle gorge’ ‘fern pool’ and the do not miss is ‘hancock’.
How long do you need in Karijini?
How long to spend at Karijini. I would recommend spending 4 nights in Karijini to make sure you can explore most of the gorges, visiting two gorges a day. You can spend longer if you would like to explore at a slower pace and only visit one gorge a day.
Are there crocodiles in Karijini National Park?
Being so far inland, and far enough south, you won’t see a single crocodile at Karijini. No fresh water ones, and most importantly, no saltwater crocs. The only risk of swimming here is the temperature of some of the water.
Do you need 4WD for Karijini?
You do not need a 4WD to get around in Karijini National Park. I visited with my 2WD SUV and had no issues driving on the unsealed roads within Karijini. Take it slowly and you should be fine, we saw 2WD campervans in the park during our time there.
How many gorges does Karijini have?
four gorges
From the viewing platform at Oxer Lookout you’ll see the enormity of what’s on offer in the park. The lookout is at the junction of four gorges and offers a panorama unlike any other.
How many days do you need in Karijini?
Are there leeches in Karijini?
The Dale Gorge walk was interesting – mainly because it involved a lot of stepping stones over little streams. This led to the Circular Pool, which was quite pretty but had leeches.
Do I need 4WD for Karijini?
How do I get to Fern pool in Karijini National Park?
Take the eastern entrance into Karijini National Park. Park at the Fortescue Falls car park and follow the trail to Fortescue Falls. It is then a 300m walk along the gorge floor to Fern Pool. It is also possible to park at several other locations nearby and access the pools via the network of well-marked trails.
Where can I swim in Karijini National Park?
Fern Pool is one of the most accessible and picturesque swimming spots in Mother Nature’s ultimate adventure park – Karijini National Park. These cooling waters are fed by a natural spring and framed on all sides by lush green ferns, with a cascading waterfall completing the serenely beautiful setting.
What makes fern pool in Dales Gorge so special?
These cooling waters are fed by a natural spring and framed on all sides by lush green ferns, with a cascading waterfall completing the serenely beautiful setting. Fern Pool is just above Fortescue Falls in Dales Gorge, on the eastern side of Karijini National Park.
Who are the traditional custodians of Karijini National Park?
We recognise and acknowledge Banjima, Innawongka and Eastern Guruma people as the Traditional custodians of Karijini National Park. Mount Bruce allows great opportunities to view the surrounding Hamersley Range and Marandoo mining operations. Read More… This is a dramatic gorge, full of colour texture and refelctions and a great spot for a swim.
