Ormiston Gorge offers visitors all the spectacular geology and landforms of the MacDonnell Ranges.  The rugged scenery of the the Gorge is complemented by a near-permanent water hole.

The water and the shelter of the rocks attract an interesting variety of native fauna and flora, including a number of relict plant species. The recent rediscoveries of the Long-tailed Dunnart and the Central Rock Rat in the Ormiston Gorge vicinity demonstrate what an important role the Park plays as a fauna refuge.  Ormiston Gorge is also home to a major ranger station.

There are wonderful opportunities to swim here plus there are full tourist facilities including an information centre.

Key features:

• Abundant, easily spotted wildlife
• A wide range of some of the region's best walking trails, camping and swimming including (usually) a sting of waterholes right into the Gorge
• Extensive photographic opportunities.