Swimming HolesKatherine

Edith Falls (Leifin)

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Best Time

Dry Season (May–Oct)

Entry Fee

Free

Drive Time

2h 59min

Access

All vehicles

Croc Safety: Only swim in designated croc-monitored areas. Check signs before entering any waterway. Report sightings: 1800 453 210.

Limited phone signal
Carry 3L water/person/day

A stunning tiered waterfall and swimming complex in the southern section of Nitmiluk National Park, 42km north of Katherine. The main lower pool is croc-free and idyllic. An upper pool reached by a 2.6km walk through woodland is more secluded. One of the most consistently beautiful swimming spots in the NT. Edith Falls is the most accessible and picturesque swimming hole in Nitmiluk. The surrounding woodland camping area makes this a favourite NT overnight stop.

Plan your visit

In a national park, you’ll usually need an NT Parks Pass, and campsites & some walks must be booked in advance.

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Explorer Verdict

VerifiedFree entry

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

Dry Season (May–Oct)

NT Explorer verified

Last updated · 11 days ago

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