Windjana Gorge Campground — Windjana Gorge National Park
This is the real deal. Windjana Gorge Campground sits a short walk from one of the Kimberley’s most dramatic limestone gorges — 3.5 km of sheer Devonian reef walls rising 90 metres off the Lennard River. Freshwater crocs are everywhere in the pools; wallabies and fruit bats own the evening air. The campground has basic facilities: flushing toilets, cold-water taps, and a dump point. It fills fast over peak dry season (June–August), so arrive early or book ahead through the DBCA. Powered sites are not available — it’s tent and swag territory with some hardstand pads for camper trailers.
Access is via the Fairfield-Leopold Downs Road, a graded dirt road roughly 145 km east of Derby — passable for most 4WDs and well-set-up camper trailers in dry season. After rain that road turns to clay and becomes impassable. No fuel within the park — top up at Derby or Fitzroy Crossing before you head in. Flies will own your face. Bring a head net.
Croc-lined gorge camp in Kimberley limestone.
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | 5QJ6HWRR+MC Get directions → |
| Elevation (ft) | 131 ft |
| Nearest town | Derby, Western Australia |
| Miles from pavement | 145 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | High-clearance 2WD |
| Access road surface | Dirt |
| Cell service | None |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $11.00 / night |
| Reservation required | Yes — Reservation site |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | May-September |
| Land manager | State Park |
| Permit required | Yes — Permit info |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Dump station, Picnic table, Shade, Toilets, Trash service |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |