Drysdale River National Park Park

Drysdale River National Park is a large, remote protected area in the Kimberley region of northern Western Australia. It conserves the Drysdale River catchment and surrounding rugged sandstone country.

The area was set aside for conservation to protect the Drysdale River system and the region’s Aboriginal cultural sites; management focuses on preserving natural values and limiting visitor impacts. Traditional owners maintain connections to the land, and some areas require permits for access.

Located in the Kimberley of northern Western Australia, the park lies inland from the northern coastline; the nearest sizable service towns are many hundreds of kilometers away, making it one of the more isolated national parks in the state.

• Access: The park is remote and lies in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, with access typically by four-wheel-drive track, river boat, or air charter depending on season and area visited.

Access is typically by small aircraft to nearby airstrips (chartered from Broome or Derby) or via extensive 4WD tracks during the dry season. Arrange visits through licensed Kimberley operators or the Western Australia Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions for current access advice.

• Book a flight or arrange a charter boat with local Kimberley operators well in advance; infrastructure is minimal and seasonal.
• Bring insect repellent and expect rough, remote conditions; river crossings and tidal estuaries require local knowledge.