Simpsons Gap (Rungutjirpa)
Alice Springs, Northern Territory
A permanent waterhole in a cleft of the West MacDonnell Ranges, 18 km from Alice Springs, where black-footed rock-wallabies can be seen at dawn and dusk. A sealed road and short walk make it the easiest taste of the ranges.
- Nearest town
- Alice Springs, Northern Territory
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- -23.6757, 133.7186
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April. Hot in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Where is Simpsons Gap (Rungutjirpa)?
Simpsons Gap (Rungutjirpa) is in Alice Springs, Northern Territory, at GPS -23.6757, 133.7186.
Which road trips pass Simpsons Gap (Rungutjirpa)?
Simpsons Gap (Rungutjirpa) is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: West MacDonnell Ranges from Alice Springs.
What is there to see near Simpsons Gap (Rungutjirpa)?
Places worth a stop nearby: Alice Springs Desert Park (12 km), Alice Springs Telegraph Station (16 km), Alice Springs Telegraph Station (16 km) and Anzac Hill (Untyeyetweleye) (16 km).
When is the best time to visit Simpsons Gap (Rungutjirpa)?
The most pleasant months are usually May–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)