Knox Gorge

Knox Gorge is a deep, narrow gorge in the eastern section of Karijini National Park in the Hamersley Range, Shire of Ashburton, Western Australia. Known for its dramatic layered banded iron formation cliffs, narrow chasm and elevated lookout, it showcases 2.5-billion-year-old geology. Accessed via a short Class 4 trail from a dedicated car park off Karijini Drive, it offers striking views into the gorge and surrounding spinifex-covered plateau.

Visitors can expect a rugged gorge landscape with steep, banded iron formation walls in red, brown and grey layers, a narrow chasm floor and spinifex-covered plateau surrounds. Access is via a short Class 4 return walk from the Knox Gorge car park to a fenced lookout at the gorge rim. There is no swimming area; the experience is focused on lookout views, photography and appreciation of ancient geology. The site is remote with minimal development beyond car park, signage and lookout platform.