The Constance Range Track offers a rugged and rewarding hike through the ancient sandstone landscapes of Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park. Winding alongside the Lower Gorge before climbing onto the ridgelines, this 3.7-kilometre track is graded as a level 4 walk and takes around two hours to complete. It’s a route best suited to experienced bushwalkers, with uneven terrain and a steady ascent that leads to sweeping views across the Gulf Savannah.
As the trail rises, the landscape unfolds in layers of colour and texture. The deep greens of the gorge contrast sharply with the ochre-hued rock, while the vast black soil plains stretch out to the horizon. This is a place where time feels slower, the silence broken only by the occasional cry of a whistling kite riding the thermals overhead. Keep an eye on the rocky outcrops and escarpments, where common wallaroos and purple-necked rock wallabies can often be seen, perfectly camouflaged against the stone.
The track is most rewarding at sunrise or sunset when the shifting light casts a golden glow over the range. The soft illumination enhances the intricate details of the rock formations and highlights the rugged beauty of this ancient landscape. If walking in the late afternoon, consider staying to watch the moon rise before making your way back—just be sure to bring a torch for the return journey.
Grade 4 (Hard) -
Challenging Walks for Experienced Walkers: Grade 4 on the
AWTGS signifies challenging walking tracks. Bushwalking experience is recommended for these tracks, which may be long, rough, and very steep. Directional signage may be limited, requiring a good sense of navigation. These walks are suited for experienced walkers who are comfortable with steeper inclines, rougher terrain, and potentially longer distances.
- No wheelchair access – The track is not wheelchair-accessible, and there are no accessible facilities along the route.
- Carry enough water – There are no drinking water sources along the track. Refill at the taps near the Lawn Hill Gorge Visitor Centre or campground, but be sure to treat the water before drinking.
- Avoid drinking from Lawn Hill Creek – The high calcium carbonate levels in the creek water can leave you feeling more dehydrated. Use treated or bottled water, and be mindful to conserve supplies.
Total distance: 3315 m
Max elevation: 229 m
Min elevation: 141 m
Total climbing: 109 m
Total descent: -109 m
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Getting to the trailhead: Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park.
The Constance Range Track is located in Boodjamulla National Park, a remote and strikingly beautiful part of north-west Queensland, near the Northern Territory border, approximately 270 kilometres from Mount Isa. To reach the trailhead, start at the main car park in the Lawn Hill Gorge section of the park. From there, walk to the Lawn Hill Gorge Visitor Centre and follow the Rainbow Serpent Track. The trailhead for the Constance Range Track is along this path—if you find yourself at the canoe launch area, you’ve gone too far.
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Boodjamulla National Park, formerly known as Lawn Hill National Park, is a national park in the Shire of Burke, Queensland, Australia. The park is in the Gulf Country region of northwestern Queensland. The park is 340 km (210 mi) northwest of Mount Isa or 1,837 km (1,141 mi) northwest of Brisbane.
The main attractions in the park are the sandstone ranges with deep gorges and a limestone plateau with significant fossil fields. Other attractions include crystal-clear green waters, lush vegetation and canoeing. Surrounding the park are numerous resources reserves, set aside for mineral exploration and mining.
The park contains several permanent creeks, waterholes, gorges, and sandstone ranges. Boodjamulla's ancient sandstones and limestones have been gradually stripped away over millions of years leaving behind rugged escarpments, gorges, and rock outcrops. There are four main habitats contained with the park: riverine, alluvial flats, rocky hills, and clay plains.
Lawn Hill Gorge, the primary attraction in the park, cuts through the sandstone plateau of the Constance Range, on the eastern extremity of the Barkly Tableland. The gorge has been carved out by Lawn Hill Creek, which flows all year and is fed by numerous freshwater springs from the limestone plateau to the west. The gorge is a rich oasis with cabbage palms and other tropical vegetation.
Also in the park are the Gregory River and O'Shanassy Rivers which flow all year round. The park contains 20 km of walking tracks.
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