132 km west of Alice Springs in the MacDonnell Ranges you will find Glen Helen Gorge.
Glen Helen Gorge is one of six permanent waterholes along the Finke River and is a beautiful
spot for swimming and camping.
The Glen Helen Resort provide accommodation, camping facilities and meals.
The Finke River cuts through the gap in the MacDonnell Ranges on towards the Simpson Desert.
The best time to visit Glen Helen Gorge and surrounding areas is from April to September.
Walkers must register with the nearest ranger station before setting off on any major walk in this and other nearby gorges.
Most of the waterholes are extremely cold and will provide a very refreshing swim.
Glen Helen is also an important refuge for a number of rare plant species and home to a special species of Central Australian fish.
Glen Helen Gorge is one of six permanent waterholes along the Finke River and is a beautiful
spot for swimming and camping.
The Glen Helen Resort provide accommodation, camping facilities and meals.
The Finke River cuts through the gap in the MacDonnell Ranges on towards the Simpson Desert.
The best time to visit Glen Helen Gorge and surrounding areas is from April to September.
Walkers must register with the nearest ranger station before setting off on any major walk in this and other nearby gorges.
Most of the waterholes are extremely cold and will provide a very refreshing swim.
Glen Helen is also an important refuge for a number of rare plant species and home to a special species of Central Australian fish.