Bungu Trail

Starting from the car park at the end of Geike Gorge Road, this walk takes you on a circuit in Geike Gorge National Park. This is an informative walk about the Bunaba People and their knowledge about the plants, animals and landscape. You can traverse through the savannah woodland along the road. The area is also suitable for fishing, and if you feel like it, there is an hour cruise for visitors to explore the area. The track is hardened and has a compact surface, but there are certain sections that can be steeper. Fitzroy River is known to have fresh crocodiles, and saltwater crocs have got into the area in the past; swimming is not recommended. Let us begin by acknowledging the Bunaba people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

Start	(-18.10604,125.700792)
Mode	Car
Directions	From Great Northern Highway, 1, Fitzroy Crossing. Turn on to Forrest Road then drive for 2.3 km Turn right onto Russ Road and drive for another 2.7 km Turn slight left onto Geikie Gorge Road and drive for another 15.4 km Turn right onto Geikie Gorge Road and drive for another 115 m

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start. Find the Geikie Gorge River Cruise at the start. Mo-Su 09:00-17:00 At the intersection of Bungu Trail & Balili Rarrgi Trail turn right, to head along Bungu Trail. After another 440 m find the "Danggu Geikie Gorge" (40 m on your left). Danggu Geikie Gorge This gorge was formed by the Fitzroy River. Danggu Geikie Gorge is known for its stunning grey and white walls and informative boat tours. River gum trees, freshwater mangroves, pandanus, cajeput and native figs line the edges of the river and support fruit bats and a wide variety of birdlife. Cultural heritage cruises are guided by Bunuba Aboriginal people whose connection to this land goes back to the Dreamtime. National Park Rangers Boat tours are available from May to October. It's a great way to learn more about the geology and fauna of the gorge. Facilities at the day-use area are limited to toilets and an information shelter. No overnight camping is permitted.
	After another 140 m turn right. After another 245 m continue straight.
	After another 65 m turn sharp right, to head along Geikie Gorge Road.
	After another 65 m turn right, to head along Geikie Gorge Road. After another 105 m pass the car park (35 m on your left).
	After another 7 m come to the end.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Bungu Trail

Grading

	Class 2/6 Easy track
Length	1.1 km
Time	20 min to 30 min

Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Gradient	Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6)
Signage	Clearly signposted (2/6)
Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (2/6)
Experience Required	No experience required (2/6)
Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (2/6)

Weather & Alerts Check forecasts & closures
Weather Forecast
- Fitzroy Crossing Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu
  
  Thursday 24 October
  
  Possible storm.
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers in the west, near zero chance elsewhere. The chance of a thunderstorm. Winds northwest to northeasterly 15 to 25 km/h.
  
  Friday 25 October
  
  25°C → 43°C
  Mostly sunny.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny morning. The chance of a thunderstorm in the afternoon and early evening. Winds northwest to northeasterly 15 to 25 km/h becoming light in the late evening. Overnight temperatures falling to the low to high 20s with daytime temperatures reaching 38 to 43.
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 7:20am to 3:00pm, UV Index predicted to reach 13 [Extreme]
  
  Saturday 26 October
  
  25°C → 43°C
  Mostly sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny. Slight chance of a shower in the northwest, near zero chance elsewhere. The chance of a thunderstorm in the northwest in the morning and afternoon. Light winds becoming northwest to northeasterly 20 to 30 km/h in the morning then tending west to northwesterly 15 to 20 km/h in the late afternoon. Overnight temperatures falling to the low to high 20s with daytime temperatures reaching around 40.
  
  Sunday 27 October
  
  27°C → 42°C
  Mostly sunny.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny. Slight chance of a shower in the far north, near zero chance elsewhere. The chance of a thunderstorm in the afternoon. Light winds becoming northwest to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h during the morning then tending west to northwesterly during the day. Overnight temperatures falling to the low to high 20s with daytime temperatures reaching around 40.
  
  Monday 28 October
  
  26°C → 44°C
  Mostly sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny. Slight chance of a shower near the coast, near zero chance elsewhere. The chance of a thunderstorm in the northwest in the morning and afternoon. Light winds becoming northeast to southeasterly 15 to 20 km/h during the morning then tending northwest to northeasterly during the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to the low to mid 20s with daytime temperatures reaching around 40.
  
  Tuesday 29 October
  
  27°C → 42°C
  Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy.
  
  Wednesday 30 October
  
  26°C → 43°C
  Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy.
  
  Thursday 31 October
  
  26°C → 42°C
  Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Alerts
- Western Australia Parks Alerts
  When planning and before starting your trip please check WA Park Alerts System for anything that may impact on your plans.

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