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Alice Springs Telegraph Station
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Best Time
Apr-Sep
Entry Fee
Free
Drive Time
16h 4min
Access
All vehicles
Croc Safety: Only swim in designated croc-monitored areas. Check signs before entering any waterway. Report sightings: 1800 453 210.
Limited or no mobile phone signalCarry minimum 3L water per person per dayTell someone your plans before departing
The original telegraph station that gave Alice Springs its name. Heritage buildings, walking trails, and permanent waterhole.
60Worth it
Explorer Verdict
Solid spot — worth a stop if you're nearby.
Best for
History buffs, family education stops
Skip if
You only have time for natural attractions
Time needed
30-60 min
Best season
Apr-Sep
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Getting There
Distance from Darwin1286km
Drive Time16h 4min
4WD RequiredNo
Facilities
ParkingInformation Signs
Safety Warnings
• Limited or no mobile phone signal
• Carry minimum 3L water per person per day
• Tell someone your plans before departing
Distance
1286km from Darwin
Drive Time
16h 4min
Best Season
Apr-Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
Safety Warnings
• Limited or no mobile phone signal
• Carry minimum 3L water per person per day
• Tell someone your plans before departing
Distance
1286km from Darwin
Drive Time
16h 4min
Best Season
Apr-Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
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Sun & light times
Alice Springs Telegraph Station · ACST
Sunrise
06:02
Sunset
17:38
Day length11h 36m
Golden Hour AM
06:02 – 06:32
Golden Hour PM
17:08 – 17:38
Blue Hour AM
05:39 – 06:02
Blue Hour PM
17:38 – 18:01
Calculated with NOAA solar algorithm. Times are sun centre at the horizon (refraction-corrected).
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