Doolena Gorge

Doolena Gorge is a natural gorge in the East Pilbara region of Western Australia, located south of Marble Bar on the Shaw River system. Carved into ancient Pilbara rock, it features steep rocky walls, seasonal pools and waterholes in a remote semi-arid landscape. Situated on pastoral country, it is noted for its rugged geology, natural water features and tranquil bush setting typical of the Pilbara interior.

Visitors can expect a remote, rugged gorge with steep rock walls, sandy river bed, seasonal waterholes and scattered pools surrounded by spinifex, acacia and Pilbara hill country. There are no developed structures or formal walking trails. The setting is natural and undeveloped, offering open views of the gorge, river channel and surrounding plains. Access is via unsealed station tracks and requires a high-clearance 4WD.

Located in the historic Marble Bar district, an area associated with pastoral settlement and gold prospecting from the late 19th century. The gorge and Shaw River system form part of the long-standing pastoral landscape of the East Pilbara.

Located on the traditional lands of Aboriginal peoples of the Pilbara region. The broader Marble Bar and Shaw River area holds cultural significance for local Aboriginal communities with connections to country, waterholes and landscape features.