About this place
What to expect
Flintstone Rock Trail is located in Mount Augustus National Park. This short walk follows the demanding Gully Trail along a rocky creek bed. Be aware of loose rocks and slippery surfaces. The colours in the rock are beautiful. Flintstone Rock is a massive slab that found its way across a dry creek bed that becomes a torrent after heavy rain. Crawl under Flintstone Rock, lay on your back and look up. Aboriginal engravings will become increasingly visible. Its also a nice shady spot out of the hot sun. Avoid touching the engravings. Oil from your hands will damage them. Drink water regularly – carry and drink at least 1 litre of water per person, per hour and more in hotter weather. There is no drinking water in the park. Avoid hiking in hot weather – the best months are May to August. Hike during the coolest times of day. Wear a hat, loose long sleeved clothes, sturdy footwear and sunscreen. Stay on the trail. Be prepared – tell a trusted person of your plans and provide sufficient detail to them so they can get help if required. Carry a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) it could save your life. Mobile phone coverage is extremely limited.