What to do in Hugh

Activities, attractions and tours
Photo provided by Tourism NT
Photo provided by Tourism NT

Hugh Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Hugh is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Hugh to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Hugh Attractions

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Top places to visit

1. Larapinta Trail Trailhead

See the best spots in the West MacDonnell Ranges on the Larapinta Trail. Immerse yourself in the rugged habitat of black-footed rock-wallabies and the enormous wedge-tailed eagle along the 223-kilometre (140-mile) hike. Each night you’ll be camping beneath stars that seem amplified by the desert dark. Wake up to the spectacular colours of the ranges in the morning light.
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Alice Springs showing a lake or waterhole as well as an individual male

2. Alice Springs Desert Park

In the Alice Springs Desert Park, just outside Alice Springs, you’ll discover the birds, reptiles and mammals of Central Australia. Learn about the living culture and history of the Arrernte indigenous people who have interacted with these animals, plants and landscapes for thousands of years.
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Alice Springs Desert Park showing desert views and signage

3. Glen Helen Gorge

The Glen Helen Gorge attracts wildlife and visitors who come to swim. A permanent waterhole in the gorge is fed by the Finke River and is one of the West MacDonnell Ranges’ most beautiful waterholes. Take a swim in the refreshing waters surrounded by birds and fish. Watch the rocky slopes above the water for black-footed rock-wallabies.
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Red Centre which includes a sunset, a river or creek and a gorge or canyon

4. Standley Chasm

Walk through this towering red-sandstone gorge carved out by floods to discover a rich array of native flowering plants, ancient cycads and diverse bird species.
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Standley Chasm featuring hiking or walking and a gorge or canyon as well as a small group of people

5. Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve

Enjoy a sunrise breakfast or a sunset champagne and watch the play of light across the colourful sandstone cliffs of Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve. The incredible geology here is part of the James Range. The cliffs and their many colours were formed by water leeching minerals up to form a hard iron-rich crust and soft white sandstone base. Discover the indigenous carvings and rock paintings around the park.
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Alice Springs showing landscape views, a gorge or canyon and desert views

Recommended things to do in Hugh

Number of things to do
40
Things to do from
CA $14
Cheapest thing to do
Skip the Line: Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

Discover the most popular places to visit in Hugh

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Standley Chasm

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Walk through this towering red-sandstone gorge carved out by floods to discover a rich array of native flowering plants, ancient cycads and diverse bird species.

Standley Chasm
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Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve

Picnic by colourful sandstone cliffs and explore the indigenous paintings in this reserve, then stay for the incredible sunsets.

Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve
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Chambers Pillar Historical Reserve

Walk around the base of an enormous pillar of rock carved with the names of pioneers and watch as the sunset lights up the red and orange sandstone.

Chambers Pillar Historical Reserve
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MacDonnell Ranges

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at MacDonnell Ranges during your travels in Hugh. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

MacDonnell Ranges
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Larapinta Trail Section 4 Trailhead

You can take time to visit Larapinta Trail Section 4 Trailhead during your travels to Hugh. Wander the parks or discover the area's sunrises.

Larapinta Trail Section 4 Trailhead
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Owen Springs Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Owen Springs Reserve, a lovely green space in Hugh. Wander the parks or discover the area's sunrises.

Owen Springs Reserve

 

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