Brachina Gorge

Nestled in the Flinders Ranges of Australia, Brachina Gorge is a low-lying valley that offers a vivid journey through geological time. The gorge’s striated rock formations reveal layers dating back 500 to 800 million years, including evidence of a meteorite impact and fossilized early life forms. Gum trees dot the landscape, providing a habitat for yellow-footed rock wallabies. Visitors can explore this natural history by driving the Brachina Gorge Geological Trail, which weaves through the ancient rock layers and offers a unique glimpse into the Earth’s distant past.