Dimond Gorge, Canyon in Kimberley region, Western Australia.
Dimond Gorge is a canyon carved by the Fitzroy River, whose red and rust-colored sandstone walls rise steeply on both sides. The gorge stretches through ancient rock layers, creating narrow passages and deep pools where the river flows.
Monitoring stations were installed by the Department of Water during the 1960s to track river levels and evaluate hydroelectric possibilities. These early studies marked the beginning of scientific interest in the gorge's water resources.
The Bunuba people have lived here for countless generations, and this land remains central to their way of life and connection to country. Walking through the gorge, visitors encounter a place shaped by Indigenous presence and care.
Access to the gorge requires a 24-kilometer journey from Mornington Wilderness Camp, where canoes and gear are available for rent. The cooler months offer the most comfortable conditions for exploring, as temperatures are moderate and water flows reliably.
Short-eared rock-wallabies make their homes in the rocky outcrops and cliff faces throughout the gorge. These small marsupials are difficult to spot but their presence reveals how the gorge provides shelter for wildlife adapted to harsh terrain.
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