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Larapinta Trail

Australia · Oceania · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 75/100

At a glance

CountriesAustralia
ContinentOceania
RegionNorthern Territory (West MacDonnell NP)
TypeThru-hike / long-distance trail
Length223 km
Typical duration14-18 days
Difficulty4/5 (Hard)
Max altitude1380 m
Best seasonMay-Aug
StartAlice Springs Telegraph Station
EndMt Sonder (Redbank Gorge)
Permit / guidecamping fees; no end-to-end permit
Special geardesert water-carrying kit; food drops needed

Score

75/100
Scenery
29/35
Fame
17/25
Uniqueness
16/20
Logistics
13/20

Australia's premier desert long-distance trail along the West MacDonnell Ranges

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.

Notes

12 sections; 223 km

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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