Corroboree Rock Conservation Reserve facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Corroboree Rock Conservation ReserveNorthern Territory |
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IUCN Category V (Protected Landscape/Seascape)
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Corroboree Rock
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 Corroboree Rock Conservation Reserve
Location in Northern Territory
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| Established | 1962 |
| Area | 7 hectares (17 acres) |
| Visitation | 15,000 (in 2011) |
| Managing authorities | Parks and Wildlife Commission of the Northern Territory |
| See also | Protected areas of the Northern Territory |
Corroboree Rock Conservation Reserve is a special protected area in the Northern Territory of Australia. It is located about 42 kilometers (26 miles) east of Alice Springs. This reserve is found within the East MacDonnell Ranges.
The land around the reserve is part of the Undoolya Station. This station is a large farm that raises cattle.
Corroboree Rock Reserve
Corroboree Rock Conservation Reserve was set up in 1962. It protects a very important natural landmark. This landmark is a tall column of grey rock. It is known as Corroboree Rock.
What is Corroboree Rock?
Corroboree Rock is made of a type of rock called dolomite. This rock is very important to the local Aboriginal people. It is considered a sacred site by the Eastern Arrernte peoples.
The rock is part of something called the Bitter Springs formation. This formation was created a very long time ago. About 800 million years ago, the rock material was laid down in ancient salt lakes. Over millions of years, it hardened into the rock we see today.
Plants Around the Rock
The reserve is home to several types of plants. On the rocky ridges, you can find spinifex and senna plants.
Around the base of Corroboree Rock, different trees grow. These include bloodwood trees, Supplejack, Red Mallee, and Whitewood trees. These plants are adapted to the dry conditions of the area.
