It is the traditional land of the Pitjantjatjara, Ngaanyatjarra and Yankunytjatjara peoples.

[2] It is managed by the Watarru community according to their traditional laws and practices, known as Tjukurpa.

The environment has not been damaged by cattle grazing or other farming practices.

The Anangu are working with scientists to develop ways of dealing with feral animals including cats, foxes and camels.

[2] It is classified as an IUCN Category II protected area.