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Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve

Alice Springs, Northern Territory

Oddities

Twelve small craters formed when an iron meteorite broke up and struck the ground a few thousand years ago, the largest about 180 m wide. Reached by about 16 km of unsealed road off the Stuart Highway south of Alice Springs.

Nearest town
Alice Springs, Northern Territory
Category
Roadside oddities
GPS
-24.5725, 133.1478

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. Hot in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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FAQs

Where is Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve?

Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve is in Alice Springs, Northern Territory, at GPS -24.5725, 133.1478.

Which road trips pass Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve?

Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Red Centre loop: Alice Springs, Uluru and Kings Canyon.

What is there to see near Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve?

Places worth a stop nearby: Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve (57 km), Palm Valley (65 km), Hermannsburg Historic Precinct (Ntaria) (79 km) and Ellery Creek Big Hole (88 km).

When is the best time to visit Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve?

The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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