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Demboong Banan Trail, Kununurra, Mirima NP Demboong Banan Trail, Kununurra, Mirima NP

Part of Mirima National Park network
  • Less than 1 hour
  • 0.5 km
    • Bush Walk Class 3

      Moderate trail that may have short steep hills, rough surface, many steps or some rock hopping. Directional signage. Some bushwalking experience and moderate fitness required.

Demboong Banan (Gap Trail) is a short, sharp return trail taking about 20 minutes to complete. However it is the perfect trail to admire the views overlooking Kununurra.

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Demboong Banan is a short, well-marked trail running through a small gap between the eroded sandstone ranges to a lookout over Kununurra. The name of this trail comes from the local Indigenous Miriwoong Gajerrong people. Demboong means Gap and Banan means Trail. 

Birds are prolific throughout Mirima, especially early morning, which is also a good time to walk to beat the heat. In the valley where the trail begins you may be lucky enough to see families of colourful red-backed fairy-wrens flittering in and out of acacia trees and turkey bush. You may also see and hear rock pigeons as they make their way from the shelter of rocks and spinifex. 

Despite its short nature, care should be taken as the trail is broken up with rock and uneven surfaces. 

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(08) 9168 1177

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Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.

Time / Duration

Allow 20 minutes

Length

500 metres return

Trail Start

Mirima NP carpark, 2km out of Kununurra, 3200km north of Perth.

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Trail End

Bush Walk

Class 3

Moderate trail that may have short steep hills, rough surface, many steps or some rock hopping. Directional signage. Some bushwalking experience and moderate fitness required.

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Additional information

The trail is broken up with rock and uneven surfaces

What To Pack

Hazards & Warnings

Extreme heat can be experienced when walking in 

this park. Temperatures can exceed 40°C

Take care:

• Only walk in the early morning or late afternoon.

• Protect yourself - wear sturdy footwear, sunscreen, a long-sleeved shirt and hat.

• Avoid dehydration - carry and drink 1 litre of water per person, per hour when bushwalking.

• Be prepared and know your physical fitness limits

Safety

Be prepared for very hot weather. The park is open all year round.

Take appropriate clothing, food and water. These cannot be obtained in the park.

Please drive slowly and obey road signage. 

Places of cultural significance can have a detrimental effect on your health and well being if approached inappropriately. Please respect these places and stay on the established trails.

Facilities

  • Car Park
  • Lookouts
  • Picnic Area
  • Shaded Area
  • View Platform

Best time of year

May to October. The dry season in the Kimberley.

Fees

Park entry fees apply and can be paid at the entry station inside the park. Please note, this machine takes credit card only.

Trail Access

Access to the car park is via Hidden Valley Road (off Barringtonia Ave).

Prohibited Items

No fires are permitted within the park. Fire in the Kimberley threatens people, wildlife, sensitive plant communities and vulnerable cultural sites.

Do not bring pets into the park.

Camping is not permitted in this park.

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1 trail goers have rated Demboong Banan Trail, Kununurra, Mirima NP as 4 out of 5!

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Chelle Fisher

Reviewed 7 Sep 2022, 9:58am

I visited Mirima National Park a few years ago when passing through Kununurra and absolutely fell in love with the unique rock formations here, sandstone rocks that are 300 million years old. Pretty spectacular place to visit with a variety of trails to choose from.

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