Bell Gorge — Attraction in King Leopold Ranges

We had a great time enjoying the spectacular scenery of Bell Gorge. It is part of the Wunaamin Miliwundi Ranges and now part of the Wunaamin Miliwundi Ranges Conservation Park. It is renowned for its stunning, multi-tiered cascading waterfalls which are clearly the main attractions with their layered sandstone cliffs which lead into a large, deep pool below. The walk is described as moderately challenging although towards the end it becomes quite slippery and can be a challenge. But even, if as like us, you don’t make it to the final deep pool there are a number of other pools that can be enjoyed. The view to the deepest pool is great. It is at least 3 km return and people are advised to be cautious of the heat and be very careful going over the slippery rocks towards the end before reaching the pools. Despite the caution it is well worth the effort. And taking some picnic lunch to enjoy the surroundings is...

The gorge itself is pretty good. Great to look at and a wonderful swimming hole. It's quite extensive with a kiddie pool area at the top and a further 250m walk and climb takes you to the big pools at the bottom. The bottom goes on for quite a ways and most people don't see the bigger falls further down. Parks couldn't really do any less for the place. Dusty parking lot. One picnic table and a toilet in the parking lot. Not very appealing. The road to the car park as is now usual for us is very poor and barely maintained. Guys, buy a grader. The canning at silent Grove leaves something to be desired with very poor water pressure and hot showers that aren't. Again typical parks. The Ranger cleaning the showers and toilets was great but I can see he didn't have much...

Easily a 5 star gorge stop. Along with the Manning Gorge, Dalmanyi would be on everyones 'to do' list. As a result it is busy, but the falls and pools are large so probably OK for most days. Vehicle parking, toilet and interpretive panels at the trail head. Relatively easy walk into the upper pool. From here there is a short but slippery wade across Bell Creek to the track leading to the lower pool. Some rock clambering here but for the moderately fit/ flexible should be no problem. Large and deep lower pool ideal for swimming. When we visited it had rained a few days earlier so the falls were going full steam, very nice. Plenty of rock shelves and ledges to leave gear and dry off...