Adcock, Galvans, Manning and Wunnamurra Gorge´s at Gibb River Road 2020
Channel: Tarmo Talv
Date: 2021-04-04

Gibb River Road is one of Australia's most unique 4WD adventures. The road is a former cattle route that stretches in an east-west direction almost 660 kilometres (410 mi) through the Kimberley between the towns of Derby and the Kununurra and Wyndham junction of the Great Northern Highway.

Adcock Gorge is one of the lesser known Kimberley Gorges along the Gibb River Road, and it's gorgeous. The deep pool is a great spot to cool off. The steep rock walls at the end of the pool provide a dramatic backdrop. A waterfall plunges into the pool, its intensity depending on how soon after the wet season finished. There are luxuriant patches of ferns in shady areas and water lilies in a pool further downstream. The best feature of this gorge is the solitude. You have a really good chance of having this peaceful oasis to yourself.

Manning Gorge is one of the best things about camping here is that there is a fantastic swimming hole right at the campground. There’s no need to go for a long and hot walk – it’s right there for a refreshing dip! The waterfalls may be dry except in the early part of the season, however water remains at the base of the falls and in several pools along the creek year round, ideal for a refreshing dip. When exploring, you may also come across some examples of Bradshaw and Wandjina rock art.

For the adventurous, Wunnamurra Gorge is a rough 10km drive but it’s well worth the effort. At a picturesque section of the Barnett River, there’s a waterfall with a cool little rock ledge you can sit on while the water cascades around you.