2025 Serpentine Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

Of all the gorges in the West MacDonnell Ranges, I’d say Serpentine Gorge is the least interesting to visit. The waterhole here is small and un-swimmable, and the gorge doesn’t get much sun at all so it’s dark and shady. We visited in early/mid afternoon and were shivering cold just sitting in there. I almost didn’t bother taking any photos. Don’t write Serpentine Gorge off just yet, though, because the hike up to the lookout is VERY worth doing. From the top, you can enjoy a much nicer view of the gorge as it’s lit up by the sun. However, the highlight for me was the view in the opposite direction, out over the West MacDonnell Ranges. This was the best view of the ranges that we found anywhere. I’d say mid-to-late afternoon will give you the best light over this landscape. Don’t miss it! #hiking#themeparks#summervacation#hikingtrails#urbanexplorer

#australiatrip Driving down towards the small cabin, stip at the sign and you're greeted by friendly helpful staff, pay a small fee to drive through to the national park. An excellent example of what the West Australian bush has to offer. It was the spring when I visited, the Noongar season of Djilba (season of conception) and the flowers were painting a beautiful scene, the bush was alive with colour and life. Step carefully and keep your eyes open to observe the majesty of this unique land.

Getting There - driving 40 minutes from perth CBD Attractions - eat lunch amongst the kangaroos, magpies, kookaburras. Food & Restaurants - bring your own food to cook on the well maintained, clean, public barbecues!