CampingTop End
Darwin River Dam Recreation Park
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Best Time
May-Sep
Entry Fee
Free
Drive Time
32 min
Access
All vehicles
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Darwin River Dam Recreation Park 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.
Plan your visit
In a national park, you'll usually need an NT Parks Pass, and campsites & some walks must be booked in advance.
60Worth it
Explorer Verdict
Solid spot — worth a stop if you're nearby.
Best for
Caravanners, self-sufficient travellers
Skip if
You need air-con, showers, or phone signal
Time needed
Overnight to multi-day
Best season
May-Sep
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Getting There
Distance from Darwin42km
Drive Time32 min
4WD RequiredNo
Facilities
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Safety Warnings
• Check conditions before visiting
Distance
42km from Darwin
Drive Time
32 min
Best Season
May-Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
Safety Warnings
• Check conditions before visiting
Distance
42km from Darwin
Drive Time
32 min
Best Season
May-Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
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Sun & light times
Darwin River Dam Recreation Park · ACST
Sunrise
06:06
Sunset
17:57
Day length11h 51m
Golden Hour AM
06:06 – 06:34
Golden Hour PM
17:28 – 17:57
Blue Hour AM
05:45 – 06:06
Blue Hour PM
17:57 – 18:18
Calculated with NOAA solar algorithm. Times are sun centre at the horizon (refraction-corrected).
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