The iconicLarapinta Trail has even more to offer visitors thanks to $600,000 worth ofinfrastructure upgrades completed this week.
Alice Springscompanies, Tricky Tracks and Nicholl Construction completed the works and theupgrades will support and promote the tourism sector in the region by providingenhanced facilities for visitors.
Upgradesinclude the realignment of Section 7 of the trail between Ellery Creek Big Holeand Serpentine Gorge, which gives walkers the option to trek the north side ofHeavitree Range.
The realignedtrail leads walkers away from the main vehicle access corridor for the parkalong Namatjira Drive, providing a more remote experience and stunning views ofthe Chewings Range.
The upgradesalso include three new camp shelters at Ellery Creek, Ormiston Gorge andRedbank Gorge. The shelters feature interpretive signage and provide walkerswith access to water tanks and toilets.
As stated byMinister for Tourism, Sport and Culture, Lauren Moss:
These upgradesto the Larapinta Trail have supported local jobs and will attract new andreturn visitors to the region.
The upgradescomplement the Territory Labor Governments $21.3 million Turbocharging Tourisminvestment in parks infrastructure in Central Australia.
We invested inthe Larapinta upgrades after listening to feedback from walkers, and now thereis more room for them to spread out and experience this phenomenal Territorywilderness.
This will makethe experience far more enjoyable and memorable, and research showsword-of-mouth recommendations about memorable experiences are one of the bestforms of advertising.
