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El Questro Wilderness Park

El Questro Wilderness Park is a 280,000-hectare working cattle station and wilderness tourism destination in the East Kimberley, offering…

Natural Landmark in Western Australia

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About El Questro Wilderness Park

El Questro Wilderness Park is a 280,000-hectare working cattle station and wilderness tourism destination in the East Kimberley, offering an extraordinary range of natural features across gorges, thermal springs, rivers, and savannah plains. Emma Gorge, Amalia Gorge, Zebedee Springs, and El Questro Gorge are among the most beautiful in the Kimberley, accessible to both campers and guests of the luxury Homestead. The park straddles the Gibb River Road and is open April to October.

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El Questro Wilderness Park is a 280,000-hectare working cattle station and wilderness tourism destination in the East Kimberley, offering an extraordinary range of natural features across gorges, thermal springs, rivers, and savannah plains. Emma Gorge, Amalia Gorge, Zebedee Springs, and El Questro Gorge are among the most beautiful in the Kimberley, accessible to both campers and guests of the luxury Homestead. The park straddles the Gibb River Road and is open April to October.

Warnings

Closed November To MarchSome Tracks Require 4WDZebedee Springs Closes At 11 Am DailyCrocodile Warnings At Some WaterwaysPermit Required — Purchase Before Entering

Getting There

Map of El Questro Wilderness Park

110 km west of Kununurra: 58 km on Great Northern Highway toward Wyndham, then 52 km on Gibb River Road. Sealed entry road.

Visitor Tips

  • Arrive at Zebedee Springs before 9 am for the best thermal soak experience
  • Book Emma Gorge Resort well in advance — limited numbers
  • Emma Gorge hike (3.6 km return) ends at a beautiful waterfall plunge pool
  • Purchase the park pass in Kununurra before entering

Quick Facts

At a Glance

The Place

Significance
State

Plan Your Visit

Entry
Paid
Duration
2–5 days
Best Time
April to October (dry season only — closed November to March)
Hours
Open dry season only (April-October). Entire property closed during wet season.

Location

Area
Durack
Region
Kimberley

Highlights

Emma Gorge — Stunning Plunge Pool And WaterfallZebedee Springs — Thermal Rock Pools In A Gorge (Open Until 11 Am)El Questro Gorge Hike — Water Walk320+ Bird SpeciesHomestead Luxury In Remote Wilderness

Activities

Gorge Hikes (Emma, Amalia, El Questro)Zebedee Springs Thermal SoakBarramundi FishingHelicopter FlightsHorseback RidingBoat CruisingBird Watching (320+ Species)4WD Touring

Features

Not available:Wheelchair Accessible
Not available:Dog Friendly
Not available:Pram/Stroller Friendly
Not available:Camping Available
Not available:Tours Available
Not available:Guided Walks
Not available:Swimming Allowed
Not available:Lockers Available

Facilities

El Questro Campground (60 Powered Sites, Showers, Laundry, Camp Kitchen)Emma Gorge Resort (Tented Cabins)El Questro Homestead (Luxury)Station StoreRestaurantBarFuelHelicopter Pad

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