Ancient aboriginal rock carvings covering an isolated hillside, permanent water in a shady rock hole, and huge cliffs bordering a meandering riverbed makes Punda an interesting destination for a days outing or overnight stay. The prolific rock carvings depict many aspects of aboriginal life including animals, human images with boomerangs and water symbols. The site offers views over the surrounding spinifex plains dotted with thousands of anthills. The rock hole, situated in a tributary of the Coondiner Creek, is about five kilometres from the rock carvings. A walk or drive upstream from the rock hole passes by numerous clear pools with abundant fish and bird life. Steep cliffs rise from the banks of the river with tall paperbark and Rivergums at their base. Water polished rocks of many colours line the riverbed adding to the beauty of this location. Access to Punda is recommended four wheel drive only as there are sandy sections of riverbed to cross and clearance over rocks is required. The track is not difficult with a four wheel drive vehicle. Please call into the Newman Visitor Centre for up to date road conditions and and a mud map of the Newman Waterholes. Please note a permit is required and available from the Visitor Centre.

Phone: 08 9175 2888

Address:
via
Newman, Western Australia, 6753

Guest Facilities:
Shaded Area

Experiences you can enjoy at Punda Art Site & Rockhole:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Flora/Fauna, Nature based, Wildlife