Windjana Gorge National Park

Windjana Gorge is a canyon with limestone walls that rise up to 30 meters high, cutting through the landscape for several kilometers. The Lennard River flows through the gorge and creates permanent pools where wildlife gathers.

The gorge walls contain an ancient reef system dating back about 375 million years, formed when the entire region lay beneath a vast ocean. This geological foundation shapes the landscape you see today.

The park is known as Bandilngan by Indigenous peoples and remains a place of deep significance for local Aboriginal communities. The landscape itself carries marks of human presence and connection spanning countless generations.

Plan your visit between April and November when the dry season makes conditions most comfortable for exploring. The park offers camping facilities with basic amenities including showers and designated areas for generators.

Freshwater crocodiles have adapted to human presence in the gorge and coexist alongside visitors in the permanent pools. These reptiles are generally shy and keep their distance while maintaining their natural behaviors.

Location: Shire Of Derby-West Kimberley

Operator: Parks and WIldlife Service, Western Australia

Website: https://parks.dpaw.wa.gov.au/park/windjana-gorge

GPS coordinates: -17.42305,124.98726

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:25