Mount Augustus National Park

East Lyons River, WA

National Parks
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Address: Mount Augustus National Park, East Lyons River WA 6705, Australia How do we get there? Number: 8 9948 2226
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About this activity

Mount Augustus National Park is also known as Burringurrah by the local Wadjari Aboriginal people, and is about 850 kilometres from Perth and midway between the Great Northern and North West Coastal highways. 

Did you want an incredible family day out at one of the most spectacular solitary peaks in the world?  This is perfect for you then!

Mount Augustus rises 717 metres above a stony, red sandplain of arid shrubland, dominated by wattles, cassias and eremophilas, and is clearly visible from the air for more than 160 kilometres. Sound impressive? That's because it is!

The rock itself, which culminates in a small peak on a plateau, is about eight kilometres long and covers an area of 4,795 hectares. At about twice the size of Uluru (Ayers Rock) it is the biggest 'rock' in the world!

Nearby emus seek fruits, and bustards snatch insects and small reptiles from the ground. Bungarras (goannas) and red kangaroos are common on the plain, while euros and birds of prey are found closer to the rock. At Cattle Pool on the Lyons River, a tributary of the Gascoyne, permanent pools attract waterbirds such as black cormorants, swans and ducks. In the trees are corellas and blue-winged kookaburras.

For those active families, there are walking trails for everyone. You might want to spend 5 to 8 hours climbing to the summit, or just stroll 300m through the landscape. It's up to you!

Feeling the heat? Check out the kayaking and canoeing opportunities too!

A beautiful day out in a stunning location, Mount Augustus National Park is a family day out you won't be forgetting in a long time (and don't forget that camera!)

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Directions

Mount Augustus National Park is located 852 km north of Perth, 490 km by road east of Carnarvon and 390 km northwest of Meekatharra, in the Gascoyne region of Western Australia.

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How much does it cost?

Hilton

Adults

Free!

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Children

Free!

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Last Updates

2023

Mount Augustus National Park FAQ’s

There are picnic tables so why not take some food to enjoy under the sun!

Choose walk trails suitable to your capabilities. Carry and drink 3 to 4 litres of water per person per day of walking; wear sturdy shoes and protection from the sun, wind and rain

Keep in mind that you need to take everything with you, including all healthy foods and water as there isn't anywhere to pick anything up

If you take your kid's photo around halfway there you can have them rest their elbow on the rock before the big shot dwarfed at it's base.

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