Standley Chasm Angkerle
Standley Chasm Angkerle
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- the jewel of the Arrernte/Central desert region,50kms west of Alice Springs off Larapinta drive, surrounded by MacDonnell Ranges National Park, access via natural riverbed trail (1.2km/20min walk), natural growth rare cycads Macromesia Macdonelliae, protected by statute. Spectacular 80m sheer face rock passage, optimum viewing time in Noon, direct sunlight.
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- Ben BLondon, United Kingdom119 contributionsWell worth the visitWell worth the visit. Walk to the chasm and look at the red glow. Easy walk. Not sure how they say wheel chair accessible. Cafe serves burgers and cake. No scones on day we visited. Wedges were very good and big portion. Burger was okVisited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 6 November 2023
- janec1967Sydney, Australia78 contributionsWonderful StayWe have loved our 5 nights here as a base to explore the West Macdonnel Ranges and Alice . The staff are so welcoming and friendly. Good toilets and showers . Lots of walkers from the Larapinta trail camp overnight on the grass area near the showers , before walking stage 2 the next day . The area for vans is small ( 6 powered sites , the other 6-8 were unpowered) so we went to the new unpowered overflow less than a km down the rd. . We loved our stay here : quiet , lovely views and slabs for each site . A gate with a passcode to get in and a dump point . Easy walk Or bike ride to showers washing machine kiosk and unlimited access to the beautiful canyon .Visited May 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 19 June 2024
- AglassortwoMelbourne, Australia258 contributionsStandley Chasm/Angkerle AtwatyeNamed after Ida Standley who was loved and respected for her work with locals and the Western Arrente people who now operate it, there is a small charge to visit. A cafe and gift shop, toilet facilities, picnic and camping areas are there. Do the walk on your own or with a guide. We had the latter who was a wonderful ambassador for his people pointing out many features along the way. The chasm is a magical place with a waterhole at the end. Back at the cultural centre, our guide went into more details about the Arrente relationship system and their beliefs and values.Visited June 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 25 July 2024
- Meander28713919 contributionsWell worth the visit.Beautiful spot. Although mainly set up for day trippers and trekkers they have a few powered sites. We went with our caravan and asked for a site with water as well as power. There is one. We were not allocated that site but managed ok. The chasm is spectacular but definitely not wheelchair or pram friendly. There is a great cafe and a souvenir shop and gallery.Visited September 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 18 September 2024
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waynebooth50
Brisbane, Australia267 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
A Magnificent Chasm best visited at midday, when the sun is overhead. Creating colours bouncing of the walls.
It does cost 10 dollars ( Seniors card) but this backs up the Awesome cafe & Facilities, presented by the local Aboriginal people.
A must visit in the West MacDonnell Ranges
It does cost 10 dollars ( Seniors card) but this backs up the Awesome cafe & Facilities, presented by the local Aboriginal people.
A must visit in the West MacDonnell Ranges
Written 16 May 2022
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BillPNo1
Friendswood, TX669 contributions
Feb 2020
A visit to Standley Chasm is a "must-do" event for any visit to the Alice Springs area. Owned by a Land Trust of the Aboriginal People, a guided tour into Standley Gorge was a very interesting and informative outing. The tour was guided by a local native who had grown up and lived in the area and who was completely knowledgeable about the rock formations, flora and fauna, as well as in traditional ways and uses of the land and it's offerings. The gorge and it's striking rock formations are beautiful and stunning but the information and local background cannot be equalled.
After the walking tour, our group enjoyed a sampling of local made scones and toppings and a short talk on the local indigineous peoples lives and backgrounds. A workshop on local and traditional art and painting was a highlight and we were able to hand paint our own boomerangs using traditional methods and symbols.
It was a very good excursion!
After the walking tour, our group enjoyed a sampling of local made scones and toppings and a short talk on the local indigineous peoples lives and backgrounds. A workshop on local and traditional art and painting was a highlight and we were able to hand paint our own boomerangs using traditional methods and symbols.
It was a very good excursion!
Written 1 April 2020
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JElliot32
New South Wales, Australia3,963 contributions
June 2021
We followed the advice and visited Standley Chasm within 'an hour either side of midday' - when the Sun is overhead and shines onto the sheer red walls of this very narrow chasm. The result is simply spectacular. There is a decent-sized cafe here run by local indigenous people, selling meals, excellent coffee and a good range of souvenirs. Didn't eat here but the menu looked pretty good.
Written 30 June 2021
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Jaytle
Australia149 contributions
June 2022 • Couples
This location is simply taking advantage of people. It is NOT wheelchair friendly, in fact it is a challenging walk for most. Very little of the large amount of revenue has been put back into the site and the excessive $12 entry per person shows only contempt and greed from management. On either side of the chasm is “Simpson Gap” and “Ellery Creek Big Hole”, (both free) and you will be well rewarded and impressed with the fewer crowds and stunning views.
Very disappointed to see people abusing Australia’s natural beauty like this.
Very disappointed to see people abusing Australia’s natural beauty like this.
Written 8 June 2022
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Aussie_2012
Melbourne, Australia962 contributions
July 2022
A very popular location in the West MacDonnell range. Be prepared to see many tourists here. There is a entry fee to enter this location (the only one in the area) but despite the need to pay it hasn't deterred the crowds. The walk to the chasm itself is not a smooth trail so not wheel chair accessible and watch your steps along the way from tree roots and rocks as hazards. The chasm is amazing to see but don't expect to have a postcard shot with no people as there are crowds aplenty. Best time for the sunlight hitting the chasm walls is around lunchtime but unfortunately it is also the busiest time for crowds.
Written 10 July 2022
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Mari A
Sydney, Australia44 contributions
Apr 2021
Naturally stunning as the midday sun creates an impressive glow and illuminates the walls of the chasm. Easy walking track with some rocky sections. Clean and well maintained amenities. Thanks for this unforgettable experience
Written 28 April 2021
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Ozziebrian
Geelong18 contributions
May 2021
Spectacular scenery as are all the attractions of the West Macdonnell ranges. We have found our trip to the Alice Springs area to be full of new and exciting experiences. We also found our First Nations brothers and sisters to be friendly and helpful making us feel very welcome in their country.
Written 17 May 2021
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Aglassortwo
Melbourne, Australia258 contributions
June 2024 • Friends
Named after Ida Standley who was loved and respected for her work with locals and the Western Arrente people who now operate it, there is a small charge to visit. A cafe and gift shop, toilet facilities, picnic and camping areas are there. Do the walk on your own or with a guide. We had the latter who was a wonderful ambassador for his people pointing out many features along the way. The chasm is a magical place with a waterhole at the end. Back at the cultural centre, our guide went into more details about the Arrente relationship system and their beliefs and values.
Written 25 July 2024
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David B
Bruce, Australia994 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
The chasm is spectacular but tall and narrow. Sun reaches the bottom for a short while around midday. This is the best time to the colour in the rock in its full glory.
Entry is via a restaurant where you pay for access. You then pass through a turnstile. Despite the sign, a passcode is not needed.
You then walk along a clearly defined track for maybe three quarters of a kilometre. Along the walk there is much of interest to see including some local fauna. The flora is often unique.
It can be a hot walk so sturdy footwear and some water would be advantageous.
Entry is via a restaurant where you pay for access. You then pass through a turnstile. Despite the sign, a passcode is not needed.
You then walk along a clearly defined track for maybe three quarters of a kilometre. Along the walk there is much of interest to see including some local fauna. The flora is often unique.
It can be a hot walk so sturdy footwear and some water would be advantageous.
Written 18 August 2020
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Rachael M
16 contributions
June 2022
Drove all the way from Alice Springs just to visit Standley Chasm. Per their website and signs along the drive, they are open until 5pm daily. Found out on arrival at 2:10pm that they apparently close at 2pm on Sundays. Leaving the next day so chance to visit the chasm completely gone. The worst part was the campsite was busy and the kiosk where they sell the passes to the chasm is open until 4:30pm!
Written 12 June 2022
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Wondering if anyone can tell me how challenging is the walk up to the lookout? Thanks
Written 19 March 2021
If you camp here, is there somewhere to charge devices (such as a PowerPoint, not powered campsite)? TIA
Written 9 June 2018
Standley Chasm ANGKERLE ATWATYE is a significant Aboriginal cultural site, operated commercially as a tourist enterprise by the local Arrernte Community. It is independently owned, NOT by NT Parks & Wildlife, and receives NO government operational funding, requiring customers entry fees to remain accessible & fully insured. All the infrastructure built here over many years -our main walk pathway (now AS Grade1 "Wheelchair Accessible with Assistance (ramps)", picnic grounds, public toilets, camping facilities needs to be funded initially and then constantly maintained to be of service.
We find most people understand the fees as reasonable and necessary to maintain livelihoods, paying the normal overheads/suppliers/taxes, though this beautiful location has some site specific requirements - producing our own power (solar/diesel), water supply, staff accommodation & freight logistics.
Our community appreciates the wide public support it has, and is committed to developing a successful, sustainable engaging enterprise here. We plan to continue & develop the "local Artist on site" & "Indigenous Guiding" programs to expand its role as an important Central Australian Aboriginal cultural showcase
Written 11 April 2017
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