Geikie Gorge, Limestone canyon in Kimberley region, Western Australia.

Geikie Gorge is a limestone canyon in the Kimberley region where the Fitzroy River cuts through stone walls that rise roughly 30 meters above the water. The gorge creates a narrow passage flanked by rocky cliffs that compress the river into a winding channel through the remote landscape.

The gorge formed during the Devonian period when ancient reef systems deposited layers that gradually transformed into the limestone structures visible today. These geological processes unfolded over millions of years, creating the stone framework that shapes the landscape.

The Bunuba people hold deep connections to this place and share their knowledge through guided tours that explore the waterway and its meaning. You can experience how the land remains woven into their daily understanding and stories.

The park is closed as of January 2024 after the Fitzroy River rose 15 m in the 2023 floods and damaged facilities; a recovery plan aims at a 2024 reopening. Access is by sealed road from Fitzroy Crossing, 20 km away, and entry is daytime only, with no camping. A 3 km trail runs along the rough western base of the walls, while the eastern side is a closed nature preserve.

During the wet season, water levels rise by up to 16 meters and leave clearly visible white marks etched on the limestone walls. These flood lines dramatically show how different the river becomes depending on the time of year.