About this place
During the dry season, the spectacular cascading waterfalls are a sight to see and a relaxing place to swim. Dalmanyi (Bell Gorge) is 10km from Dulundi (Silent Grove) Campground. You'll find an information shelter, tables, toilets and a picnic area at Dalmanyi (Bell Gorge) parking area.
Hiking trails provide opportunities to view the spectacular gorge and waterfalls.
The river then flows to the Ilerdda (Walcott Inlet) in the northwest.
Safety information
Plan when to visit. Read this safety information about bushwalking. Consider traveling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!
- Heat - temperatures be extreme, exceeding 40°C during the day. When walking in the park wear a hat, long sleeve loose clothing, broad spectrum sunscreen and sturdy walking shoes.
- Carry and drink 1 litre of water per hour of walking per person. Avoid dehydration by drinking small amounts regularly
- Wi-Fi, phone reception - campgrounds have free Wi-Fi for campers.
- Mobile phone and internet - phone coverage is intermittent in the region. Check with your service provider before you go. A satellite phone is always recommended.
- Remote vehicle considerations - check your vehicle before departing and prepare it for remote locations and off road driving.
- Travel plans – always tell someone where you will be heading.
- For your own safety, please remain on existing trails.
- Seasonal closures - during the wet season, the park closes usually between November to April. Check Park Alerts before you go.
Crocodiles - When you are entering the Kimberley or Pilbara regions, you are entering crocodile country.
Two species of crocodile occur Australia: the estuarine (saltwater) crocodile and the freshwater crocodile. Both species can be found across the north of WA.
Crocodiles are dangerous and attacks can be fatal.
Take the Crocodile Information Guide with you.
Crocodiles can still be around even if there are no signs. They can stay hidden underwater for a long time and will see you before you see them.
If you see a crocodile showing signs of aggressive behaviour to people or posing a risk to public safety, please contact your nearest Parks and Wildlife Service office.
Gallery
Facilities
Toilet
Picnic table
Activities
Bushwalking
Swimming
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Dalmanyi (Bell Gorge).
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Ngarinyin Aboriginal people as the traditional owners of Wunaamin Conservation Park.
Both the Wilinggin word ‘Wunaamin’ and Bunuba word ‘Miliwundi’ name the mountain ranges. Note the difference in spelling between Miluwindi Conservation Park and Wunaamin Miliwundi Ranges. Bunuba people have different variations and pronunciations of the word for nearby areas – Miluwindi is the area the conservation park is located, while Miliwundi is the name of the mountain range that is located within Bunuba country.
Wilinggin Country
“The traditional connection to this country is through the law of the Wanjina Wunggurr.
Ngarinyin people believe that the Wanjina are their ancestors, who came and ‘put themselves’ in the rock when the world was soft. Wunggurr is the Rainbow Serpent, who usually lives in deep water pools and is close to the Wanjina.
Wunggurr, the Rock Python/Rainbow Serpent, is most concentrated in the permanent waterholes of the area but underlies the entire country and the sea in a more diffuse way.”
- Wilinggin Healthy Country Plan 2012-2022
