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Howard Springs Nature Park
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Best Time
Dry Season (May–Oct)
Entry Fee
Free
Drive Time
17 min
Access
All vehicles
Croc Safety: Only swim in designated croc-monitored areas. Check signs before entering any waterway. Report sightings: 1800 453 210.
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A spring-fed natural pool 35km south-east of Darwin that was a source of drinking water for Darwin troops during WWII. The crystal-clear swimming lagoon is croc-free and fringed by monsoon forest. Walking trails loop through the forest. One of Darwin's most accessible and historic swimming spots. Howard Springs was the main water supply for Darwin's WWII garrison. The swimming lagoon has been a local favourite for decades and remains one of Darwin's best croc-safe swims.
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VerifiedFree entry
Best for
Wildlife watchers, families, first-time NT visitors
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You'd rather explore independently
Time needed
1-2 hours on site
Best season
Dry Season (May–Oct)
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Getting There
Distance from Darwin23km
Drive Time17 min
4WD RequiredNo
Facilities
Parking
Safety Warnings
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Distance
23km from Darwin
Drive Time
17 min
Best Season
Dry Season (May–Oct)
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Safety Warnings
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Distance
23km from Darwin
Drive Time
17 min
Best Season
Dry Season (May–Oct)
Rating
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Sun & light times
Howard Springs Nature Park · ACST
Sunrise
05:49
Sunset
18:13
Day length12h 24m
Golden Hour AM
05:49 – 06:17
Golden Hour PM
17:45 – 18:13
Blue Hour AM
05:27 – 05:49
Blue Hour PM
18:13 – 18:35
Calculated with NOAA solar algorithm. Times are sun centre at the horizon (refraction-corrected).
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