Discover the best campgrounds in the Katherineregion of Australia's Northern Territory. Browse ratings, distances, and insider tips.
50 campgrounds
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.
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.
Jasper gorge (Lupayi) Campground is where the Territory reveals itself. Camping here puts you right in Katherine's spectacular gorge country — where 13 sandstone gorges, thermal hot springs, and the transition from tropical to arid create landscapes that stop you in your tracks. 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.
Camp at Attack Creek (Stuart Monument) in the Katherine 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. 810km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
Edith Falls Campground 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).
Spring Creek Yard Camp 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.
Victoria River Roadhouse 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.
Gravel Pit Camp 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.
Camp at October Creek Rest Area in the Katherine 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. 633km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
⛺ CampingEast Baines Camp 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.
Renner Springs Desert Inn 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.
Camp at Bullita Homestead Campground in the Katherine 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. 408km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
Wunara Store Rest Area 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.
Camp at Limestone Gorge Campground in the Katherine 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. 402km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
Camp at Robinson River Crossing in the Katherine 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. 803km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
Paperbark Yard Campground 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.
Knotts Crossing Resort Katherine offers camping and accommodation in the Katherine region of the Northern Territory. Powered and unpowered sites, amenities block, and the kind of outback hospitality that makes Territory travel special. Book ahead during dry season (May-September) as parks fill quickly.
Camp at Top Humbert Yard in the Katherine 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. 444km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
East Baines Crossing is where the Territory reveals itself. Camping here puts you right in Katherine's spectacular gorge country — where 13 sandstone gorges, thermal hot springs, and the transition from tropical to arid create landscapes that stop you in your tracks. 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.
Drovers Rest is where the Territory reveals itself. Camping here puts you right in Katherine's spectacular gorge country — where 13 sandstone gorges, thermal hot springs, and the transition from tropical to arid create landscapes that stop you in your tracks. 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.
Camp at Frewena Rest Area in the Katherine 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. 915km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
Outback 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.
Camp at Butterfly Springs in the Katherine 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. 609km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
Camp at Lorella Springs Wilderness Park in the Katherine 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. 631km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
Caravan Park is where the Territory reveals itself. Camping here puts you right in Katherine's spectacular gorge country — where 13 sandstone gorges, thermal hot springs, and the transition from tropical to arid create landscapes that stop you in your tracks. 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.
⛺ CampingTowns River is where the Territory reveals itself. Camping here puts you right in Katherine's spectacular gorge country — where 13 sandstone gorges, thermal hot springs, and the transition from tropical to arid create landscapes that stop you in your tracks. 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. It's remote, so carry supplies and fill up on fuel whenever you can.
Nitmiluk Gorge Campground 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).
Mataranka Stockyard 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).
⛺ CampingLongreach Waterhole is where the Territory reveals itself. Camping here puts you right in Katherine's spectacular gorge country — where 13 sandstone gorges, thermal hot springs, and the transition from tropical to arid create landscapes that stop you in your tracks. 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. It's remote, so carry supplies and fill up on fuel whenever you can.
Camp at Matt Wilson campground / Gulim Campground in the Katherine 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. 338km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
⛺ CampingCamp at Dunmarra Wayside Inn in the Katherine 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. 544km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
⛺ CampingCamp at Hi in the Katherine 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. 508km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
Batten Creek 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.
Camp at Cox River in the Katherine 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. 581km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
⛺ CampingBullwaddy Rest Area 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.
⛺ CampingBig Horse Creek Campground - Gregory National Park is where the Territory reveals itself. Camping here puts you right in Katherine's spectacular gorge country — where 13 sandstone gorges, thermal hot springs, and the transition from tropical to arid create landscapes that stop you in your tracks. 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.
⛺ CampingWarloch Rest Area 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.
Goanna Creek Rest Area is where the Territory reveals itself. Camping here puts you right in Katherine's spectacular gorge country — where 13 sandstone gorges, thermal hot springs, and the transition from tropical to arid create landscapes that stop you in your tracks. 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. It's remote, so carry supplies and fill up on fuel whenever you can.
⛺ CampingTop Springs Roadhouse 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.
⛺ CampingIvanhoe Village Caravan Resort — campsite in the Katherine region, 433km from Darwin. A remote outback camping experience under some of the clearest skies on Earth. Carry all supplies and water. The NT offers everything from serviced caravan parks to wild bush camping beside billabongs. Dry season (May–Oct) offers the best conditions.
⛺ CampingBarkly Homestead Roadhouse is where the Territory reveals itself. Camping here puts you right in Katherine's spectacular gorge country — where 13 sandstone gorges, thermal hot springs, and the transition from tropical to arid create landscapes that stop you in your tracks. 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. It's remote, so carry supplies and fill up on fuel whenever you can.
⛺ CampingSeven Emus Station Camp 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.
Little River RA 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.
Camp at Saddle Creek in the Katherine 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. 412km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
Limmen Bight Campground 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.
Lake Argyle Resort — campsite in the Katherine region, 465km from Darwin. A remote outback camping experience under some of the clearest skies on Earth. Carry all supplies and water. The NT offers everything from serviced caravan parks to wild bush camping beside billabongs. Dry season (May–Oct) offers the best conditions.
Camp at Borroloola Fishing Club Campground in the Katherine 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. 719km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
Kalkaringi Caravan Park is where the Territory reveals itself. Camping here puts you right in Katherine's spectacular gorge country — where 13 sandstone gorges, thermal hot springs, and the transition from tropical to arid create landscapes that stop you in your tracks. 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. It's remote, so carry supplies and fill up on fuel whenever you can.
Camp at Southern Lost City in the Katherine 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. 621km from Darwin. Bring firewood (collection banned in most parks) and plenty of water.
⛺ CampingKununurra Lakeside Resort — campsite in the Katherine region, 433km from Darwin. A remote outback camping experience under some of the clearest skies on Earth. Carry all supplies and water. The NT offers everything from serviced caravan parks to wild bush camping beside billabongs. Dry season (May–Oct) offers the best conditions.
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