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Loop / Natures Window

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Vantage points far above the river provide dramatic views in every direction.

There are excellent lookouts, shaded seating areas and walk trail options, close to the car park and further afield.

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.

Nature's Window

This iconic attraction is a wind-eroded opening in the layered sandstone that frames a view of the river. It is a moderate, one-kilometre return walk beginning with a flight of stairs from the lookout at the carpark. Views of the gorge are available from the sealed path and lookouts before the final, rocky section.

Please be careful near edges and avoid climbing on the fragile rock in or above the window.

Distance: 1km return  Time: 30-45 minutes  Difficulty: Class 3

The Loop Trail

Illustration of water bottle, newspaper articles about the dangers of hiking in the heat, hiking boots and a hat.Keen and well prepared walkers can continue further into the gorge system and complete the Loop Trail – a challenging but spectacular walk over both rocky and sandy terrain. Along the way you’ll pass vantage points that provide different perspectives on the switchback course of the Murchison River. There is no drinking water and limited shade along the trail. Illustration of man walking under the hot sun with no water, sweating and panting.

Temperatures along this walk can reach 50C in summer. It is recommended that you plan your hike for the cooler months (May to October) and avoid this hike in hot weather. The Loop Trail is closed after 7am from November to March inclusive. Be prepared - carry and drink 3 to 4 litres of water per person per day, wear a hat, loose clothing and sturdy footwear.  Hike with a companion and tell someone where you are going.

To find out more visit TrailsWA.

Distance: 9km  Time: Allow 3-5 hours  Difficulty: Class 4

Getting There

You can get to this site by: Two-wheel drive and large vehicles > 7m

GPS: -27.5572, 114.445

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Site Activities:

Bushwalking

Site Facilities:

Toilet
Lookout/Deck
No dogs allowedNo drinking water available
Activities
  • Bush Walking

    The Loop Trail
    Illustration of water bottle, newspaper articles about the dangers of hiking in the heat, hiking boots and a hat.Keen and well prepared walkers can continue further into the gorge system and complete the 9km 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.Temperatures along this walk can reach 50C in summer. It is recommended that you plan your hike for the cooler months (May to October) and avoid this hike in hot weather. The Loop Trail is closed after 7am from November to March inclusive.

    Illustration of a man walking under the hot sun with no water, sweating and panting.

    Be prepared - carry and drink 3 to 4 litres of water per person per day, wear a hat, loose clothing and sturdy footwear.  Hike with a companion and tell someone where you are going.

    Distance 9km loop  Class: 4  Time:  3-5 hours

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