Loop / Natures Window

The Loop

The geology of the area is fascinating. The thinly bedded, red and white banded rocks through most of the river gorge were deposited millions of years ago on tidal flats. Rippled surfaces can be seen around Nature’s Window. The ripples were formed during ancient times by waves moving over tidal flats in a shallow sea.

Some rock layers in overhangs at The Loop look as if they have been riddled by plant roots. These are actually fossilised burrows left by ancient worms that once sheltered in the sand. Tracks and trails on flat surfaces show where animals crawled across the damp sedimentary surface.

The Loop Trail
Keen and well prepared walkers can continue further into the gorge system and complete the 8 km Loop Trail – a challenging but spectacular walk. Along the way you’ll pass vantage points that provide different perspectives on the switchback course of the Murchison River.   To find out more visit TrailsWA.