A separate information sheet is available containing track notes about the nature & culture of Watarrka NP

Walkers can choose to do part of the Track in separate day walks by starting or finishing at Lilla carpark. It can be walked in either direction.

Grade 3 - MODERATE - Suitable for experienced walkers of average fitness, capable and equipped to carry adequate food, water and sleeping requirements in a remote area. Vehicle access: Kings Canyon and Kathleen Springs are both well established visitor nodes with carparking, toilets, picnic facilities and water. Track Markers: Orange arrows at intervals of approximately 10-100 metres. Due to the nature of the landscape, walkers are advised to locate the next marker prior to departure from the present marker.Camping: Walkers can camp anywhere between the 3 km and 20 km track markers, however the recommended place to camp is Reedy Creek.Water: A limited supply of drinking water is available at the Kings Canyon day use area and Kathleen Springs carpark. Surface water should not be relied upon.

The Giles TrackWatarrka National Park

About the Giles Track... Kings Canyon to Watarrka Lookout

1.5 hrs 4.0km

Watarrka Lookout to Reedy Creek 1.0 hr 3.0kmReedy Creek to Reedy Creek Campsite

0.5 hr 1.0km

Reedy Creek Campsite to Tjintjit Tjintjit Spur Junction

1.0 hr 3.5km

(Tjintjit Tjintjit Spur Junction to Lilla carpark)

(0.5 hr)

Tjintjit Tjintjit Junction to Hill Mulga Creek

1.0 hr 3.4km

Hill Mulga Creek to Wanga Creek 1.0 hr 3.5kmWanga Creek to Kathleen Springs

1.0 hr 4.0km

TOTAL 7 hrs 22.4kmThese walking times are provided as a guide only, for walkers of average fitness and capable of carrying overnight packs (e.g. 15-20kg). The times are based on a steady walking pace and allow some time for brief stops but no long rests.

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Safety: It’s Your ResponsibilitySafety should be your first priority when walking the Giles Track. Careful planning, having the right supplies, plenty of water and knowing your limits are keys to a trouble free walk. • Do not attempt long walks in hot weather (generally November to March, but can also occur either

side of these months). Take warm clothing, a sleeping bag and shelter if you are camping during the freezing winter nights. On days the forcast temperature for Watarrka is 36 degrees or above, you will not be able to start the walk from Kings Canyon after 11am.

• Consider your health and fitness carefully before walking the Track. Know your limits and have an emergency plan. Tell a reliable friend of your walk plans and ensure they will contact police if you fail to return by the nominated time.

• Walk with at least two others so that an injured person is not left alone. Carry some form of emergency communication such as a satellite phone or personal locator beacon (PLB).

• Fill out the logbook provided at Reedy Creek so that Rangers can track your movements in an emergency. Be aware however that logbooks may not be checked regularly.

For more information:

Parks and Wildlife Commission NT PO Box 1120 Alice Springs, NT 0871 Phone: (08) 8951 8250 www.nt.gov.au

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