The gorge is an important refuge for the Yellow-footed
Rock-wallaby as
well as many species of birds and reptiles. The Brachina
Gorge Geological Tour is a 20 km self-guided trail that passes through 130 million years of earth history. Trail signage provides an insight into past climates, the formation of the ranges and the evolution of early life forms. The trail is best travelled from east to west, commencing at the Brachina Gorge/
Blinman Road
junction. A geological map and more detailed information on the Brachina
Gorge Geological Trail is available from the
Wilpena Pound Visitor Centre.