Located in the heart of WA’s Pilbara region, Karijini is the state’s second-largest national park featuring crystal-clear rivers, cascading waterfalls and a myriad of walking trails to explore this hidden gem. Situated approximately 1,400 kilometres north of Perth, a camping trip to this wild frontier requires careful planning and preparation. The Trooper is the ideal off-road beast to spend an extended period of time in the park, thanks to its industry-leading battery capacity and 240 litres of water storage.

Make sure you pack your hiking boots to experience breathtaking scenery in whatever direction you go. Fortescue Falls in Dales Gorge on the eastern side of Karijini is a wonderful place for a refreshing swim and also the park’s only permanent waterfall. The 800m one-hour hike descends into the gorge where you’ll walk through green and lush vegetation with the rocks changing colour as you get closer to the falls.

The park has two camping areas which are a breeze to get to with the Trooper in tow. The Dometic Dust Reduction system keeps the luxurious interior spotless while the mesh stone guard with heavy-duty Lotus Caravans mud flaps does a terrific job protecting the van. The flat-top toolbox with gene slide is perfect for camping off the grid. Dale’s Campground has a number of sites where you’re allowed to run your generator at certain times.

Hancock Gorge is an exciting scramble down steep ladders and through narrow chambers, rewarding with the aqua-green waters of Kermit’s Pool. Not for the faint-hearted, this 200m walk has been described as a ‘journey to the centre of the earth’. Allow 45 minutes for the exhilarating return trip.