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Island Stack, Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park
Mount Isa,
North West
Free Entry
Description
Island Stack, Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park is best walked in the early morning or late afternoon, this walk starts with an easy stroll through creek side vegetation before a steep climb up the stack. A 1.7 kilometre walk around the 'table top' affords impressive panoramic views. The Waanyi people ask that you respect their culture by not taking photos overlooking the Wild Dog Dreaming site.
... moreStay on the walking track at all times and keep clear of cliffs and steep rock faces. Carry plenty of drinking water and rest often in the shade.
Grade: difficult (steep ascent and descent).
Distance: four kilometre return.
Time: allow two hours walking time.
... lessAbout the Walk
Walk Highlights
- Spectacular views
- Ancient sandstone gorges
- Diverse wildlife
Walk Hints
You are strongly advised to take this walk in the cooler hours of the morning as the track is exposed.
Always carry water, wear a hat and sturdy footwear. Wear sunscreen, particularly when in the gorge, as the sun's reflection off the water can burn skin rapidly.
Be croc wise. Freshwater crocodiles occur in the park and are often seen in Lawn Hill Creek.
Best Time To Go
Walk between April and September to avoid wet and dry weather extremes.
Property Details
Facilities
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Non-assisted Access -
Car park -
Public toilet -
Disabled toilet -
Walking Tracks
Activities
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Animal Watching -
Birdwatching -
Camping -
Walking
Other Information
Disabled:
The paths around the campground and amenities block are accessible to wheelchairs.
How To Get There
By road, Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park is 207 kilometres from the Barkly Highway (via Riversleigh). Only the first 57 kilometres of this route is sealed. Access is unsuitable for conventional vehicles and caravans. The park can also be reached via Gregory Downs. The entire 100 kilometres from Gregory Downs is unsealed. Although a four-wheel-drive vehicle is recommended, this is the only route suitable for conventional vehicles and off-road caravans. Access from the north is via various unsealed routes through Hell's Gate or Doomadgee. The unsealed sections of road can be rough, with patches of bulldust and corrugations. Sections of the roads can also be impassable for extended periods after rain. Always check road conditions before travelling to the area. Unsealed roads in the area make access unpredictable. It is strongly recommended that visitors take precautionary steps by being well-equipped and self-sufficient, as there is limited communication and no mobile phone reception. During the wet season (October-April) it is recommended that visitors travel by four-wheel-drive and carry an over-supply of food in case of becoming stranded. The wet season can bring dramatic rises in creek levels within a short time and with little warning, cutting off road access. Visitors may find themselves stranded for a number of days.
There is an airstrip at Adels Grove, 10 kilometres from Lawn Hill Gorge. Contact Adels Grove for details and permission to land.
Inclusion
Camping fees apply.
Weather
Two seasons occur in north-west Queensland, the 'wet' and the 'dry'. During the dry season (May to September) the sky is generally clear and the humidity is low. The wet season (October to April) brings heavy rain and high humidity. January is the wettest month, with an average rainfall of 147 millimetres. Temperatures in July range from an average minimum of 12 degrees Celsius to a maximum of 28 degrees Celsius. Nights can be cool with temperatures occasionally falling to single figures overnight. During the wet season the temperature can range from 25-45 degrees Celsius.
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