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Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve
Arrive at the Telegraph Station reserve and walk the desert trails. The area is serene and offers a quiet start to the evening. Note that the reserve is free if you skip the historical buildings.
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Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve
Find a spot near the edge of the reserve facing west. The sun sets toward the WSW, giving you a clear view of the descent. This is the moment.
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Walk up Anzac Hill for a final panoramic view of the town as the light fades. It is a short walk from the reserve and offers good views and local history.
Local tip
Bring sunscreen even in the evening if you are out early, and check the route for the walk up Anzac Hill as it is not explicitly detailed in the context.
Check before you go
- The Telegraph Station reserve opens at 08:00 and closes at 21:00 daily.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Alice Springs (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).