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The Domes Trail, Purnululu NP

Bush Walk
Trail difficulty
Moderate
Trail difficulty

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.

  • Length 0.7km
  • Est. time Less than 1 hour
  • Circuit / loop
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The Domes Trail is a moderate 700m loop trail which features some great examples of the geological erosive forces that helped create the unique ‘beehive’ outcrops. The classic layers are made up of clay-like bands that support a type of cyanobacteria that creates that distinctive grey colour. The red bands are caused by oxidation of iron in the incredibly fragile sandstone.

There is also an optional 350m side trail which takes you to a small ampitheatre which during wet season becomes a pool of water with a rushing waterfall. 

Please note: Purnululu National Park is open seasonally between April/May to December, weather permitting and is only accessible by high clearance 4WD only. Due to the remote nature of the park, make sure to read through the visitor safety of the park before visiting. 

Kununurra Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9168 4200

Kununurra Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9168 4200

Purnululu Visitor Centre

(08) 9168 7300

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

Time / Duration

Allow 30 minutes

Length

700m loop

Fees

Park entry fees apply and can be paid online with your camping fees unless you hold a valid WA National Parks Pass. A Parks Pass can also be purchased during opening hours from the Visitor Centre or at all hours from the ticket machine.

Trail Access

Purnululu National Park is 304km south of Kununurra. The last 53km of is on Spring Creek Track which is accessible via high clearance 4WD only. The park is also accessible via air.

Trail Start

Piccnininny Gorge carpark, Purnululu National Park, 230km (3 hours) south of Kununurra, which is 3200km (30 hours) north of Perth.

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Trail End

When to go

May to August. The dry season in the Kimberley

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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.

What To Pack

Hazards & Warnings

Be prepared for hot weather conditions as temperatures can reach over 40°C and radiant heat can increase to over 50°C. 

Prohibited items

No pets

No drones

Safety

Be prepared for a remote experience. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB) or satellite phone. There is NO PHONE service driving into the park. 

See Group D items on Trail Tips page. Roads may be closed after heavy rain, check conditions before travelling.

Facilities

  • Car Park
  • Lookouts
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
More tips for being Trail Ready

Today Jan 23, 10:05am

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Precipitation: 100%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 4.43km/h SW

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