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About Tunnel Creek
Tunnel Creek is the oldest cave system in the Kimberley, formed as a subterranean stream carved through the Napier Range limestone over millions of years, creating a 750-metre-long natural tunnel. Visitors wade and walk through the cave in ankle-to-knee-deep water in complete darkness (torches essential), emerging at the other end in a beautiful gorge. The cave is famous as the hideout of the Aboriginal resistance leader Jandamarra (Pigeon) from 1894 to 1897, and freshwater crocodiles, bats, and cave fish inhabit the darkness.
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Tunnel Creek is the oldest cave system in the Kimberley, formed as a subterranean stream carved through the Napier Range limestone over millions of years, creating a 750-metre-long natural tunnel. Visitors wade and walk through the cave in ankle-to-knee-deep water in complete darkness (torches essential), emerging at the other end in a beautiful gorge. The cave is famous as the hideout of the Aboriginal resistance leader Jandamarra (Pigeon) from 1894 to 1897, and freshwater crocodiles, bats, and cave fish inhabit the darkness.
Warnings
Getting There
63 km from the Great Northern Highway junction between Derby and Fitzroy Crossing; 100 km from Windjana Gorge. Unsealed road — 4WD recommended in wet conditions.
Visitor Tips
- •Two waterproof torches minimum — the tunnel has no lighting
- •The tunnel opens mid-way to a natural skylight and small gorge — stunning
- •Rock paintings near the entrance explain Jandamarra's story
- •Combine with Windjana Gorge (100 km northeast) as a day trip from Derby or Fitzroy Crossing
Quick Facts
At a Glance
The Place
- Significance
- State
Plan Your Visit
- Entry
- Paid
- Duration
- 1.5–2.5 hours
- Best Time
- May to October (dry season; water levels manageable)
Location
- Region
- Kimberley
- State
- Western Australia
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