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Bitter Springs
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Best Time
May–Sep
Entry Fee
Free
Drive Time
4h 20min
Access
All vehicles
Croc Safety: Only swim in designated croc-monitored areas. Check signs before entering any waterway. Report sightings: 1800 453 210.
- Current can be moderately strong
- No crocodiles — safe swimming
- Rocky entry in places
Natural lazy river — float through crystal-clear 34°C thermal water surrounded by palm forest. More peaceful and less crowded than nearby Mataranka. Bring a pool noodle and drift.
Plan your visit
In a national park, you'll usually need an NT Parks Pass, and campsites & some walks must be booked in advance.
Explorer Verdict
VerifiedFree entryWell equipped
Best for
Families, dry-season day trips, cooling off
Skip if
It's wet season — most close for floods + crocs
Time needed
1-3 hours
Best season
May–Sep
NT Explorer verified
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Best Time to Visit
May–Sep
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Getting There
Distance from Darwin410km
Drive Time4h 20min
4WD RequiredNo
Facilities
ToiletsParkingSwimming
Safety Warnings
• Current can be moderately strong
• No crocodiles — safe swimming
• Rocky entry in places
Distance
410km from Darwin
Drive Time
4h 20min
Best Season
May–Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
Safety Warnings
• Current can be moderately strong
• No crocodiles — safe swimming
• Rocky entry in places
Distance
410km from Darwin
Drive Time
4h 20min
Best Season
May–Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
Nearby Locations
Mataranka Hot Springs
Swimming Holes
41km
Mataranka Central
Fuel Stations
41km
Grove Hill Heritage Hotel
Fuel Stations
51km
Elsey RA
Camping
56km
Sun & light times
Bitter Springs · ACST
Sunrise
05:31
Sunset
18:15
Day length12h 44m
Golden Hour AM
05:31 – 06:00
Golden Hour PM
17:46 – 18:15
Blue Hour AM
05:08 – 05:31
Blue Hour PM
18:15 – 18:38
Calculated with NOAA solar algorithm. Times are sun centre at the horizon (refraction-corrected).
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