Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park

The national park spans 1,326 square kilometers of red desert landscape, featuring two massive sandstone formations: Uluru and the 36 domes of Kata Tjuta.

The Aboriginal Land Rights Act of 1976 led to the return of the park to the Anangu people in 1985, marking a significant shift in land management.

The Anangu people maintain connections to this land through Tjukurpa, which encompasses their knowledge, law, and relationships with the environment spanning over 10,000 years.

Park entry requires a pass, and visitors should plan activities during early morning or late afternoon hours to avoid the intense heat of midday.

The geological formations contain high amounts of arkose, a mineral that reflects red light during sunrise and sunset, creating color variations on the rock surfaces.

Location: Northern Territory

Inception: January 23, 1958

Elevation above the sea: 812 m

Address: Lasseter Hwy, Yulara NT

Opening Hours: December-February Monday-Sunday 05:00-21:00; March Monday-Sunday 05:30-20:30; April Monday-Sunday 06:00-20:00; May Monday-Sunday 06:00-19:30; June-July Monday-Sunday 06:30-19:30; August Monday-Sunday 06:00-19:30; September Monday-Sunday 05:30-19:30; October Monday-Sunday 05:00-20:00; November Monday-Sunday 05:00-20:30

Website: https://parksaustralia.gov.au/uluru

GPS coordinates: -25.32208,130.98573

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:56