Mutawintji Gorge

The long trek into the George was worth the effort. The weather was cold and I had forgotten to pick up my coat before the few kilometre drive to the parking area. I put on an extra shirt and jeans but was still a bit cold with the stiff breeze.

Thankfully the breeze let up a bit as we walked across the flat. By the time we were at the Gorge the temperature was quite pleasant. A couple of hundred metres short of the Gorge we descended into the creek. This was the start of the Gorge rising up impressively each side.

One place had some aboriginal art though I feel certain there was a lot more not easily viewed without considerable effort. Climbing along the Gorge the view became, well.... geogeous. Although not a lot of water in the pools one can imagine wet season here.

A rewarding experience in a sacred part of our country. I felt a little humbled to be able to experience this.Read more