Things to do in Fitzroy Crossing, WA

The best things to do in Fitzroy Crossing, Western Australia, are browsing the Aboriginal art galleries and taking a boat cruise through Geikie Gorge.

Fitzroy Crossing is hardly a destination in its own right, but it does make for a solid overnight stop on the Great Northern Highway, Western Australia. This is the main 2WD route through the Kimberley, and many travellers will pass though on the drive from Broome to Kununurra or Broome to Darwin.

Things to do in Fitzroy Crossing, WA: Mimbi Caves

Fitzroy Crossing is best seen as a gateway. The Mimbi Caves lie about an hour to the south-east on the drive from Fitzroy Crossing to Halls Creek.

The Aboriginal-guided tours here show off the towering karst cliffs, while also sharing knowledge on Indigenous food, stories and customs.

Once inside the Mimbi Caves, there is ancient rock art to see on the walls.

Things to do in Fitzroy Crossing: Geikie Gorge

Closer to Fitzroy Crossing – about 18km to the north-east – is Geikie Gorge. Inside Danggu Geikie Gorge National Park, this is where the Fitzroy River cuts through ancient barrier reef.

There are several walking trails at Geikie Gorge, but it is best seen on a boat tour. These boat cruises pass between the 30 metre high gorge cliffs during the dry season – May to October.

Aboriginal art in Fitzroy Crossing, WA

Otherwise, the main attractions in Fitzroy Crossing are art-related. The Mangkaja Arts Resource Agency Gallery helps support local Indigenous Artists with education and language skills. The money made from selling works in the gallery goes back into the surrounding communities.

The Marnin Studio also showcases work from Aboriginal artists in the Kimberley.

The best Fitzroy Crossing accommodation options are the Fitzroy River Lodge and the Crossing Inn.