Purnululu Visitor Centre

Plan when to visit and be prepared. Read this safety information about bushwalking, planning your activity, being prepared and travelling in remote locations. Consider traveling with a personal location beacon (PLB) or satellite phone. In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!  

• Wifi, phone reception: There is INTERMITTENT OPTUS coverage in Purnululu National Park and free wifi is available at the visitor centre. There is NO PHONE service driving into or within the park.  
• Heat: Temperatures can be extreme, exceeding 40°C during the day and radiant heat can increase the temperature to over 50°C.
• Helicopters: Helicopters fly throughout the park. Do not wave at helicopters unless there is an emergency.
• Water: Untreated bore water is available but must be treated before consuming.
• Travel plans: always tell someone where you will be heading.
• Seasonal closures: due to wet season, the park closes generally between November to April. Check Park Alerts before you go. 

Purnululu National Park is a drone free area - unauthorised drone use is strictly prohibited. 

Walking in Purnululu National 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.
• Take regular rest stops in the shade to cool down and walk in the cooler parts of the day.
• Stay on marked trails. 

Driving into the park

• The Spring Creek Track is 53km from the highway but allow 1.5–3 hours to drive. It can be accessed by high clearance 4WD only.
• There is no fuel available in the park—please ensure you have enough fuel for a minimum of 300km.
• Single-axle towable units only. Dual-axle towable units are not permitted.
• Reduce tyre pressure for a smoother ride—refer to vehicle manual for recommended deflation pressure.
• The track is natural earth, not paved or sealed and is corrugated, winding and has hills and numerous creek crossings.
• Drive slowly and carefully. Maximum speed limit on the track is 50km per hour. Drive to conditions and look out for livestock and wildlife.
• Please stop and read the information signage at the entry to the Spring Creek Track.
• In case of a breakdown:
  • DO NOT LEAVE YOUR VEHICLE.
  • If able, move vehicle to edge of track.
  • Raise the bonnet to indicate assistance is required.
  • Wait for the next vehicle to approach.
  • Remote travel vehicle considerations - check your vehicle before departing and prepare it for remote locations and off-road driving. 
• In an emergency:
  There is intermittent Optus signal at the visitor centre and campgrounds. In case of an emergency:
  • Purnululu Visitor Centre (08) 9168 7300
  • UHF Channel 1 DUPLEX – Northern end
  • UHF Channel 4 DUPLEX – Southern end
  • Warmun Police facility (08) 9167 8437
  • Halls Creek Police Station (08) 9168 9777