Our First Taste of the Outback: The Best Free Camps and Gorges in Karijini National Park [EP31]

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We’ve headed inland! We take a trip out to what’s become our favourite national park in Australia: Karijini, and explore the epic free camps and gorges in the area. We also stop into Bullara Station on our way out there and enjoy the best station stay in Australia!
In this episode we:
- Embrace all the iconic things to do at Bullara Station including burger night, scones, and bucket showers
- Take a trip out to the Exmouth Gulf
- Make the big drive out to Tom Price and Karijini
- Stay at Buddha’s Overnighter, our first amazing free camp right next to Hammersley Gorge
- Venture further into the national park to stay at Dales Campground
- Attend a welcome to country, smoking ceremony and corroboree by the local Banjima people
- Explore Knox Gorge, Weano Gorge (Handrail Pool) and Hancock Gorge (Kermits Pool)
- Walk from our camp down to Dales Gorge to see the spectacular Fern Pool and Fortescue Falls
- Head out to our new favourite free camp: Albert Tognilini and spend a few days relaxing, cooking on the fire and taking in the views
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Chapters:
00:00 Start
00:36 Heading to Bullara Station
01:10 Bullara Station - Burger Night, Scones & Showers
04:24 Exmouth Gulf
06:46 Heading to Karijini National Park
10:35 Dust Prevention
11:50 Buddha's Overnighter Free Camp
13:33 Hamersley Gorge
17:06 a Night at Buddha's Camp
17:40 Heading to Dales Campground
18:52 Knox Gorge
23:04 Hancock & Weano Gorges
23:36 Handrail Pool Hike
27:02 Kermits Pool Hike
29:37 Dales Gorge
30:40 Fern Pool
31:08 Fortescue Falls
31:20 Dales Gorge Loop Walk
33:12 Remtrek Astronomy
34:01 Albert Tognilini Free Camp
37:15 Outro

[@diannecain1]

I giggle every time I hear people say KariNjini.........so many do 😄🤣

[@our.australia.trip.]

Yes I (Brad) only become aware that there was no ‘n’ last night 😅 I think I’ve just misheard people say the name and haven’t bothered to read it properly 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@oscarsmitty]

looks so stunning the Karijini nat park thanks for tips for free camps great epp

[@our.australia.trip.]

Thanks, its amazing out there 🙌

[@user-gl2xu6zp1p]

كرفان رائع ولمكان رائع جدا واتمنى لكم سعادة 💖❤️💞💝🏅🌹🇲🇦🌹

[@our.australia.trip.]

🙏🙏🙏

[@tonychandler3697]

You two are a refreshing break from the commercialized vlogger's. Pat yourselves on the back. now subscribed.

[@our.australia.trip.]

Thanks for the message Tony & glad to see you notice the lack of BS! Staying true to our morals and making the best possible videos beats a quick payday for sure 🙌🏼 😁

[@louisaklimentos7583]

That national park is amazing ! An American backpacker once said that Karajini National Park was like Zion National Park USA but on steroids lol

[@our.australia.trip.]

HIt is very unique! Hopefully one day get the chance to travel through the US & see for ourselves 😁

[@svenfokkema3440]

The smiles on your faces say it all… We visited Karijini during our 3-month trip to 🇦🇺 (NT and WA) in 2009. The Karijini hikes with our twins, celebrating their 4th Birthday in Coral Bay, are an epic part of our 'family history'😂 Next month they turn 18 😉 Greetz from Europe

[@our.australia.trip.]

Hi guys!! That's must be an incredible memory & hope the vid brought back some of those good times!! What an awesome trip that must've been & being from Europe I'm sure unlike anything you've seen before. Love it, time flys hey, all the best to you & the family 🙌😁

[@shelleycorcoran9514]

Loved your Pilbara vlog! Have slowly been catching up on a lot of your vlogs. Really enjoying all of them guys. Thanks heaps for taking us on your travel adventures. ❤

[@our.australia.trip.]

Thanks for tuning in & subscribing Shelley! Really appreciate the support and the journey through our back catalogue 😁🙏

[@ThePilbaraPrince]

I lived and worked this country for most of my life. You’ve captured it’s beauty magnificently. Nice work. It’s even more spectacular in summer when in the afternoon, massive storm cells roll in. It’s a sight to behold. This part of land is the oldest in all of Australia . It never gets the accolades it deserves. Thanks for the upload.

[@our.australia.trip.]

Mate thank you for the kind words & you have just added another item to the bucket list. A storm cell rolling through the Pilbara would be a sight to see. Get chills thinking about it!! There is a doco about the Pilbara I have been meaning to watch which details how it has formed and changed over the years… just amazing & again thanks for tuning in 🙌🏼🤙🏼

[@jethorse1816]

We really enjoy following you guys. Great to see such a nice young couple getting out there and living life. Fantastic.

[@our.australia.trip.]

Cheers guys, thanks for the kind words and tuning into the vids 🙌

[@camo4889]

Great viewing guys, 11:40, the dance, the giggle, priceless 🤙 sorry can’t afford beers this month. Safe travels

[@our.australia.trip.]

Haha thanks Cam! As always appreciate the beer $$ but more than thankful for you just tuning in. Hope all is well 😎🍻

[@robyndehavilland1609]

Big call but I think this may be my fave episode of yours so far ( or maybe a draw with the Cape ones 😂). I loved every second of this one, and yet again you had me smiling the whole way through. Outback Aus and red dirt is my happy place and your photography of these amazing ‘enchanting’ spots is next level stunning. Love the joy you feel at each new spot you visit, it’s contagious, and so good to see you catch up with Sue and Deryck. Still so many more amazing adventures ahead ❤️❤️❤️

[@our.australia.trip.]

So glad you enjoyed the ep Robyn & a big call!! Enchanting is a very fitting word for this place and can see how easy it is to fall in love with the place. Yes & it's so special capturing our first reactions to some of these amazing places. Many good times to roll & thank you as always for tuning in ❤️

[@graemematthews746]

you guys are fast becoming 1 of my favorite channels,... keep loving and do what you do cos i love watching,... cheers

[@our.australia.trip.]

Hi Graeme such a nice thing to say!! It makes us so happy to hear you are enjoying the episodes. We will keep the good times rolling, really appreciate the kind words and support mate 😁

[@JohnPettienne]

So good to watch. Well done guys. Oh where was the leech 🤦‍♂️

[@our.australia.trip.]

not to be released... 😅

[@ervinslens]

Absolutely gorgeous work guys, this looks and sounds amazing! What a epic adventure! Your cinematography is incredible!

[@our.australia.trip.]

Thanks for the kind words!! We are very lucky to share & so glad you enjoyed the vid 🙏😊

[@calebmunro9588]

Thanks for the content you show all your viewers on your channel plenty of shots of where your travels take you both keep up the good work !!!

[@our.australia.trip.]

Thanks Caleb! So glad you are enjoying the vids mate 😁

[@discoveringwa2204]

So glad you went out to Karijini. We called the Pilbara home for 30 years and believe me, you have only scratched the surface of it. There is so much more to see as you head further north. The Oakover River and Carawine Gorge are a must do inland detour you will not believe exist. Safe travels.

[@our.australia.trip.]

Us too! Was a quick trip & really exceeded our expectations. Many more kms to do throughout this part of the world. Thank you for the recommendations, will have to add them to the list for sure 🙌😁

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Only just doscovered your channel. Looks like I have a lot of video viewing to do LOL. Great stuff. Good grief the crowds up there are pretty bad though. I am rather glad we went round Oz in the 90s when we had many spots completely to ourselves. Pity there was no decent camera gear back then though... We spent a long time over the years up in the Pilbara and although it is pretty harsh country, it is my favourite place in Australia.

[@our.australia.trip.]

Thanks for tuning in! WA is not the best kept secret it once was 😂 We fell in love with the Pilbara too & you are very lucky to have experienced it back in the day too!!

[@carolynlong5644]

Beautiful scenery. Thanks for sharing. 🌟

[@our.australia.trip.]

Thanks for watching Carolyn 😁🌅

[@davewain363]

Well guys, I've caught up to you now. Karijini NP was gorgeous gorges as you said Brad. Looking forward to seeing your adventures weekly now. Cheers

[@our.australia.trip.]

Hey Dave! Sorry but you’ve still got one to watch now mate 😂 Top notch National park there mate & appreciate the support 🤙🏼😊

[@claybell3430]

Absolutely gorgeous out there! Thanks for sharing!

[@our.australia.trip.]

It’s gotta be one of the best NPs in Australia for sure 😍 Thanks for watching Clay! 😁

[@Jenny_Ss]

Omg this is some of the best footage iv ever seen of the pilbara/gorges 🙏🙏🙏 really incredible beauty ❤

[@our.australia.trip.]

Thank you! It was a blast exploring the gorges and waterfalls, easily our favourite NP. So much natural beauty there & incredibly unique 😍🧡

[@keithoztournut7042]

Another great video your camera work is superb and your presentation of camp sites in the area gives all who watch a great idea of were to go when they pass through that area. Happy Travels 🤗🤗👍

[@our.australia.trip.]

Hey Keith, you are always too kind mate!! Thanks for message & encouragement as always 🤙🏼😁

[@petermoore5628]

Hi Brad & Hayley thankyou that was an awesome episode, I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it and didn't want it to end and very much looking forward to the next episode, The filming of the scenery was so well done and you look so natural doing the Comentry. I got the feeling Brad by the look on your face that water was soooo cold. The free camps looked amazing. I did like the way you cover your fridge vents etc to help keep the red dust out. Enjoy your travels and stay safe. Cheers Peter

[@our.australia.trip.]

Peter! That is so kind, warms our hearts reading a message like this & make the work and effort creating an episode so worthwhile 🙌 The water was VERY chilly 🤣 Hope all is well mate & really appreciate you tuning in and the sweet message.

[@wolftiedemann-jh8wg]

Great video (as always), I've been going to the Pilbara & Ningaloo for 30 years, absolutely agree with you, it is spectacular country but wait there is more and it's call the Kimberley (which is now my favourite place). Safe journey as you continue your way around WA

[@our.australia.trip.]

Hey Wolf & thanks for tuning in again 😁 I can see why you'd make this a yearly pilgrimage (I think we will be trying our best to do the same from here on out). Very much looking forward to getting up the top end & by the sounds of things we will be blown away with the beauty of it too 🙌

[@ronrogers9610]

The last rest area is amazing i was there about 2weeks ago must have just missed you guys all the best Ron

[@our.australia.trip.]

How good was it! Yeah just must've just missed you, catch you up the road. Safe travels 😊

[@Accolades70]

Great Episode

[@our.australia.trip.]

Thanks mate!!

[@ramblingrosie3762]

Monroes banana plantation Carnarvon does the best scones. At least 30 years ago lol..

[@our.australia.trip.]

Haha we did pass some place outside of Carnarvon claiming best scones! Might have to drop in next time!!

[@ramblingrosie3762]

@@our.australia.trip. no matter where you go, be safe and have fun. Cheers Perth, WA. ❤

[@AH-qo5bn]

Loved this one! ❤

[@our.australia.trip.]

So great to hear!! Happy Monday 😁🧡

[@craiglouw4057]

Loving watching you both enjoying life 👍 do you have a link to the barbie grill you used at the end of the video, it looked like it was on legs ??

[@our.australia.trip.]

Hey Craig! Thanks for tuning in mate 😎 That’s the grill part from our camprite folding fireplace

[@TrickeyzTravelz.]

Well done those burgers looked sooooooo delicious! 100% better than my attempt. 😂 it was so gr8 to have met you guys.. you’re the nicest couple and it shows in the KZbin content. Safe travels until we meet again 🎉

[@our.australia.trip.]

Cheers Trickey crew 🙌 They were exceptional, in future we will have to cook a few up and enjoy a few beers together, might give you some pointers Daz 🤣 Safe travels & keep your eyes peeled!!

[@lynntutticci9248]

Another great episode! Cute shower cap Brad 😂😂

[@our.australia.trip.]

Thanks Lynn 🤣 Glad you enjoyed, have to keep my perm nice and tight 😅

[@craigtomkinson2837]

Cool Ep Guys and cool places

[@our.australia.trip.]

Cheers Craig, thanks for watching & hope you enjoyed 🤙🏼

[@Patty-kf4rv]

Great vlog loved it 👍

[@our.australia.trip.]

So glad to hear you enjoyed it! 🙏🏼

[@suekeane]

great video guys

[@our.australia.trip.]

Thanks for tuning in Sue! 😃

[@jdspicuzza4130]

Great vid❤

[@our.australia.trip.]

Thank you guys ❤️

[@dantheman6159]

Hi Guys, what time if the year (month) were you in Karinjini and when do you recommend to do this amazing place?

[@our.australia.trip.]

Hey Dan, we went early July. Was pretty good for us, can get cold out there that time of the year though.

[@kaywright8041]

In your summary of South Australia you mentioned the windy app, can you tell us the actual name please.

[@our.australia.trip.]

It’s called Windy, app has a red logo

[@gibbosroadtripadventures]

Loved this episode. Hey Hayley, I think Brad has a major crush on you, so beautiful to see. 💛 We definitely need to make a note to visit Albert Tognilini Rest Area next time we visit. We adored The Pilbara too and can’t wait to return. Hey Brad what spice did you put on your burger pattie? They looked delish.

[@our.australia.trip.]

Cheers Gibbo team!! I most certainly do, & I know do a terrible job of hiding it 🤣 Oh guys, as you can see its top notch, but nothing compared to perspective of being there in person 🤯 That's just Cajun woolies brand seasoning, I use it on absolutely everything 🤣

[@gibbosroadtripadventures]

So you like it hot Brad!!! 🤣So does Steve, he loves his Sriracha and has it on everything but I'll give your Cajun spice a go on some burgers, they looked so good especially with that backdrop. We loved that you thanked your grandparents for the location, I will hopefully thank you and your grandparents one day in the future too. Yep definitely going back to The Pilbara, I've just finished editing our memories for uploading on KZbin and I actually cried at the end of our Karijini experience, so stunningly amazing. Take care and thanks for sharing your journey, we appreciate all that you do@@our.australia.trip. Cheers Marg ... & Steve 🧡

[@stephencawrse9940]

Nice shower cap Brad there is a station on the Gibb which claims there scones are the best you will have to compare Karijini is epic we where there 30 years ago brought back so many memories great episode guys cheers legends 😊

[@our.australia.trip.]

Hey Stephen, thanks mate, I have a better one with pink love hearts but only comes out on special occasions... 🤣 A scone tour of Aus was not originally on the cards but I guess I've stumbled into the job!! As always, stoked to bring back some fond memories - it makes our day hearing that. Cheers big ears 🍻🍻

[@carolinekermode811]

Hi guys, what month did you do this trip out to Kinijini NP

[@our.australia.trip.]

Hey Caroline, we were out there early July during school holidays 😊

[@richardflywills4155]

Are you 2 in Broome? My partner Lisa said she saw you today, maybe 🤔

[@our.australia.trip.]

Hey Richard, yes mate we sure are! Head down to Mastsos brewery tomorrow night 4-6 if you want to catch up !

[@richardflywills4155]

@@our.australia.trip. dang, i have an appointment tomoz that I can't change. How long you here for?

[@Topey35]

No Exmouth?

[@our.australia.trip.]

8:11

[@mozeca83]

must be getting spoilt these days, did you just call it "Karen-jini"? Too many Karens out there? :D

[@our.australia.trip.]

Haha yes only realised there wasn’t an ‘n’ in the name after visiting 🫣