Water Hole East of Marble Bar

Carawine Gorge is my pick in that region but it is off the Woodie Woodie road, not Telfer road.

But not this week, The Oakover River is in flood after some good rain in the last week or so.

Cheers

Carawine Gorge is an excellent campsite. It is a large permanent waterhole backed by high cliffs. Sunrises are spectacular. Bird life is intense. A bit too intense for some as the reed warblers will serenade you all night long. There is green grass at the Northern end, often being grazed by a few friendly Brahmin bulls.

Some form of watercraft will add to the experience. In a kayak it is possible to padddle upstream for several kilometres. A lilo will enable you to get out to the middle for a swim or across to the other side where it is possible to climb to the top of the cliffs for great views.

A word of caution if towing. Beware the river rocks. These slippery suckers have bogged many caravans. They are even difficult to walk on.These rocks seem to be unique to this part of the Pilbara and are prevalent near water along the Skull Springs Road. The way to avoid them is to turn right just before the Gorge, drive across the airstrip and then down a firm track to the grassy Northern end.

Many thanks to Motherhen who alerted me to this issue on this forum years ago.

Cheers, John

Jasper Gorge just out of Marble Bar is a nice spot too.

We camped at Carawine Gorge late September 2016. Take the first turnoff to the right as you come into the camping area to avoid the pebbly base. Wiki Camps detailed the area well. There is some Glacier polished outcrops on the track in that are interesting (also on Wiki).

There is another must see location nearby called Running Waters. Once again Wiki details it well, you need to turn left at the kangaroo sculpture of n the very top of the hill. it has a small camping available.

Be aware that Carawine Gorge is private property and part of Warrawagine Station.
The owners do not ask visitors to contact them prior to using the spot, but there is an obligation to take all rubbish out when you leave, and please do not drop your grey water close to the pool.

This is a special place and only by taking great care of it can we be sure it will remain open for people to enjoy.

Cheers,
Peter
OKA196 motorhome

Hi Kevin,
You'll notice the link on the words Carawine Gorge goes to our listing in Places will all the info you need. Notice in Places there is always a link to related Trek Notes and in this case you'll get our East Pilbara Diversion Trek Note.