

LARAPINTA TRAIL

SECTION 1
Telegraph Station - Simpsons Gap


Section Overview
The first section of the Larapinta Trail slowly takes you away from Alice Springs. It’s a long and undulating walk providing a nice introduction for what is to come in later sections. The trail crosses open country and small creeks before gradually climbing Euro Ridge for spectacular views over Alice Springs and the MacDonnell Ranges.
The trail descends into Wallaby Gap, a secluded camping spot for those wishing to break the section into two. From there, it continues to trace the ridgeline and ascend onto Hat Hill Saddle where you can admire the first view of Simpsons Gap.
Section Attractions
Trail Data
Distance
23.8km
Duration
7-8 hours
Difficulty
Moderate
Facilities
Telegraph Station
23.8km
Wallaby Gap
23.8km
Simpsons Gap Main Tourist Area
7-8 hours
Simpsons Gap LT Shelter
Moderate
• Views from Euro Ridge over Alice Springs
• Secluded camping at Wallaby Gap
• View from Hat Hill Saddle towards Simpsons Gap
• The beautiful semi-permanent waterhole at Simpsons Gap
Trek Support
Views from Euro Ridge over Alice Springs
Telegraph Station





Trek Support Services







VIDEO FROM THE TRAIL
A clip from a Hugh Gorge transfer


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