Larapinta Trail
A 231-km 12-16 day desert trek along the West MacDonnell Ranges in Central Australia.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Australia
- Country
- Oceania
- Biome
- Desert range (500–1,380 m)
- Best season
- May – August
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Winter Camping
- Skiing
- Desert Hiking
- Canyoneering
Key takeaways
- Biome: Desert range (500–1,380 m)
- Best season: May – August
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Topic summary
A 231-km 12-16 day desert trek along the West MacDonnell Ranges in Central Australia.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: May – August
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Desert range (500–1,380 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Plan with verified data
Larapinta Trail trip tools
Popular pursuits at Larapinta Trail
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Winter Camping
Cold-season travel and camp craft; layering matters more than mileage.
- Skiing
Ski-touring access when the road closes for the season.
- Desert Hiking
Water carries and heat management drive the plan.
- Canyoneering
Narrows, downclimbs, and flash-flood timing.
