Best Camping Spots in the Northern Territory
Camping in the NT is unlike anywhere else in Australia — sleep under the Milky Way at Devils Marbles, wake up beside a waterfall at Wangi, or camp in the Red Centre's ancient gorges. Here are the best sites, from free to fabulous.
15 locations · Updated June 2026
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Coomalie Creek Caravan Park
Coomalie Creek Caravan Park is a campground in the lush tropical Top End, home to Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks, ancient wetlands, and some of Australia's most biodiverse landscapes. Fall asleep under some of the clearest night skies in Australia, wake to birdsong, and spend your days exploring the surrounding bush. Facilities vary — check ahead for availability and bookings during peak dry season.
67km50 min
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Tjaynera Falls Bush Camp
Tjaynera Falls Bush Camp offers camping in the Northern Territory. Camping in the Territory is a genuine outback experience — campfires (where permitted), wildlife encounters, the Southern Cross overhead, and the kind of silence you can't find in the city. Facilities vary from basic bush camps to powered sites. Book ahead May-September (peak season).
150kmvaries
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Elsey RA
Elsey RA is a campground in the lush tropical Top End, home to Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks, ancient wetlands, and some of Australia's most biodiverse landscapes. Fall asleep under some of the clearest night skies in Australia, wake to birdsong, and spend your days exploring the surrounding bush. Facilities vary — check ahead for availability and bookings during peak dry season.
390km4h 53min
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Tennant Creek Caravan Park
Tennant Creek Caravan Park is a campground in the Katherine region, gateway to spectacular gorge country, thermal hot springs, and the transition zone between the tropical Top End and the arid Red Centre. Fall asleep under some of the clearest night skies in Australia, wake to birdsong, and spend your days exploring the surrounding bush. Facilities vary — check ahead for availability and bookings during peak dry season.
874km10h 56min
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Red Lily Billabong Camp
Red Lily Billabong Camp offers camping in the Northern Territory. Camping in the Territory is a genuine outback experience — campfires (where permitted), wildlife encounters, the Southern Cross overhead, and the kind of silence you can't find in the city. Facilities vary from basic bush camps to powered sites. Book ahead May-September (peak season).
150kmvaries
6
Leader Creek Fishing Camp
Camp at Leader Creek Fishing Camp in the Darwin region. Camping in the Territory is a genuine outback experience — campfires (where permitted), wildlife encounters, and the kind of silence you can't find in the city. just 38km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
38km29 min
7
Timber Creek Caravan Park
Small town (230 people) on the Victoria Highway near Gregory National Park. Known for its Victoria River boat cruises and freshwater croc spotting. Last fuel before WA border.
580km6h 15min
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Kaltukatjara Campground
Kaltukatjara Campground is a campground in Australia's Red Centre, a vast desert landscape of ancient red rock gorges, sacred Aboriginal sites, and some of the most dramatic scenery on Earth. Fall asleep under some of the clearest night skies in Australia, wake to birdsong, and spend your days exploring the surrounding bush. Facilities vary — check ahead for availability and bookings during peak dry season.
1392km17h 24min
9
Glen Helen Homestead Lodge Campground
Camp at Glen Helen Homestead Lodge Campground in the Red Centre region. Camping in the Territory is a genuine outback experience — campfires (where permitted), wildlife encounters, and the kind of silence you can't find in the city. 1263km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
1263km15h 47minyes
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Aurora Kakadu Lodge
Aurora Kakadu Lodge is where the Territory reveals itself. Camping here puts you right in the lush Top End — ancient Kakadu wetlands, thundering Litchfield waterfalls, and some of the most biodiverse landscapes on the planet. Whether you're in a swag under the stars or a full setup with powered sites, the experience is uniquely NT — wide open spaces, wildlife at your doorstep, and the kind of peace you simply cannot find in the city. Accessible and well-maintained, with facilities for most camping styles.
217km2h 43min
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Merl Campground (Kakadu)
Merl Campground (Kakadu) is located within Kakadu National Park — Australia's largest national park and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Kakadu covers 20,000km² of wetlands, sandstone escarpments, and ancient Aboriginal rock art dating back 20,000+ years. This specific site offers a unique perspective on the park's incredible natural and cultural heritage.
250km2h 45min
12
Knott's Crossing Resort
Knott's Crossing Resort is where the Territory reveals itself. Camping here puts you right in the lush Top End — ancient Kakadu wetlands, thundering Litchfield waterfalls, and some of the most biodiverse landscapes on the planet. Whether you're in a swag under the stars or a full setup with powered sites, the experience is uniquely NT — wide open spaces, wildlife at your doorstep, and the kind of peace you simply cannot find in the city. Accessible and well-maintained, with facilities for most camping styles.
269km3h 22min
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Lee Point Village Resort
Lee Point Village Resort is where the Territory reveals itself. Camping here puts you right in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy that makes the Top End capital unlike anywhere else in Australia. Whether you're in a swag under the stars or a full setup with powered sites, the experience is uniquely NT — wide open spaces, wildlife at your doorstep, and the kind of peace you simply cannot find in the city. Accessible and well-maintained, with facilities for most camping styles.
14km11 min
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Oasis Tourist Park
Camp at Oasis Tourist Park in the Darwin region. Camping in the Territory is a genuine outback experience — campfires (where permitted), wildlife encounters, and the kind of silence you can't find in the city. just 19km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
19km14 min
15
Hunt Park Camping Area
Hunt Park Camping Area is a campground in Australia's Red Centre, a vast desert landscape of ancient red rock gorges, sacred Aboriginal sites, and some of the most dramatic scenery on Earth. Fall asleep under some of the clearest night skies in Australia, wake to birdsong, and spend your days exploring the surrounding bush. Facilities vary — check ahead for availability and bookings during peak dry season.
1413km17h 40min
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