Karijini Visitor Centre

At the Karijini Visitors Centre the friendly staff can give you up to date information on any gorge, walk or road closures. Opened in June 2001, the design of the Karijini Visitor Centre building represents a goanna moving through the country and is symbolic to local Banyjima Aboriginal people. The tail represents their history, the head the future direction of the traditional owners, and Aboriginal Law is the centre. The high, weathered steel walls of the visitor centre mimic the sheet-sided gorges that are a feature of Karijini.

The building is designed to withstand any fires through the area. The construction materials, lack of openings and minimal places to trap debris, all help reduce the threat of fire entering or damaging the building. Inside, the visitor centre interprets the natural and cultural history of the area. A range of displays take you on a journey of the places and people, the past and present, through the stories of geology, plants, animals and the Aboriginal people and their culture.

The Visitor Centre is well worth a visit and is a great way to start your exploration of the Park, as it offers information on the geology, traditional owners, natural attractions and wildlife of Karijini. You can pick up some local souvenirs, educate yourself with their excellent interactive natural and cultural heritage displays, or just grab a cold drink for the road. It is especially important to take the time to update yourself on any changes, weather conditions, and any road and walk closures.

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