GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
MacDonnell Ranges
The MacDonnell Ranges extend east and west of Alice Springs in the Northern Territory. Resistant rock ridges, gaps and gorges interrupt the surrounding central Australian plains.
Fast Facts
- They lie in central Australia, either side of Alice Springs.
- They lie close to the Tropic of Capricorn.
- Uplands surrounded by arid basins and plains.
Connected lessons
- MacDonnell RangesMap, explanation and practice
Geographical connections
- Alice SpringsRelated places
- Uluṟu / UluruRelated places