Gibb River Road

This 660-mile (1,062 km) unpaved route connects Derby to Kununurra through remote wilderness, crossing rivers and providing access to gorges, waterfalls, and conservation parks throughout the Kimberley region.

Originally constructed in the 1960s as a cattle transport route for remote stations, the road gradually transformed into a popular adventure track for travelers exploring Australia's northern outback.

The route traverses traditional lands of Indigenous Australian communities who have maintained deep spiritual connections to these landscapes for thousands of years, with ancient rock art sites visible throughout the region.

Travel requires a four-wheel-drive vehicle and careful planning for fuel, water, and supplies due to limited services, with the best conditions from May to September when rivers are lower and roads are drier.

The Pentecost River crossing presents one of the road's most challenging sections, requiring drivers to navigate swift-flowing waters between towering red cliffs at appropriate tide levels during the wet season.

Location: Western Australia

GPS coordinates: -16.10180,126.51800

Latest update: November 28, 2025 08:27