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Fitzroy Crossing WA 6765 (Pop 1 530)

Fitzroy Crossing is a small sprawling Kimberley settlement on the Fitzroy River 2 503 km n-e of Perth. First established as the most suitable place to cross the Fitzroy River, it was named after an early sea captain and today serves as the gateway to nearby spectacular Geikie Gorge. Rodeo (July), Garnduwa Festival (Oct), Fishing Competition (Nov).

Tourist Attractions & Info:
Crossing Inn, Skuthorp Rd  (1890s) typical historic outback hotel continuously operated but subjected to numerous floods over the years despite its relevant distance from the river which can rise over 10 m when in flood and spread for up to 15 km .

Nearby:
Old Fitzroy Crossing (Geikie Gorge Rd) site of historic township. Geikie Gorge (18 km n-e) formed by the Lennard and Fitzroy Rivers carving their way through the 350 million year old Devonian reef exposing stunningly hued cliffs and limestone rock formations. Named after an early British geologist, Sir Archibald Geikie, it is home to plentiful freshwater Johnson crocodiles, sawfish, barramundi, stingrays and sharks. Bushwalking, camping and swimming popular pursuits.

Accommodation:
Fitzroy Crossing has a couple of hotel/motels and two caravan parks. Visitor Information Centre: Cnr Great Northern Hwy & Flynn Dr. Tel (08) 9191 5355.

Airport:
Fitzroy Crossing Airport (FIZ), Scrivener Rd. Tel (08) 9191 0999.

Hospital:
Fitzroy Crossing Hospital, Fallon Rd. Tel (08) 9166 1777.

Police: Tel (08) 9191 5000.

SES/Volunteer Fire Brigade: Tel (08) 9191 5163.