Deep Gorge

Deep Gorge, situated on the Burrup Peninsula in the North West of WA, is a wonderful natural record of Aboriginal culture. This area is recognised as one of the most prolific Aboriginal art sites in Australia. Over 10,000 individual rock engravings (petroglyphs) and etchings have been located in this archaeologically rich region.

Visit Hearson’s Cove, one of WA’s most beautiful beaches, on your way to discover ancient Aboriginal culture at Deep Gorge. Prepare to be taken back in time as you leave the main road, along a 100 metre track to the car park and walk along the dry creek of this amazing gorge.

As you venture down the creek, surrounded by huge granite boulders and currajong trees, marvel at the petroglyphs etched into the rocks, and gain an appreciation of the Jaburara Tribe’s self sufficient lifestyle. Shell middens provide evidence of their seafood diets; the granite boulders would have offered shelter from the harsh weather conditions; and the creek, now mostly dry, would have been their only water supply.

For further information about WA’s Deep Gorge, and its Aboriginal culture, contact Karratha Visitor Centre by email or call +61 8 9144 4600

Some information presented in this website has been sourced, with permission, from the Shire of Roebourne website