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Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk)

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Best Time

May-Oct

Entry Fee

Free

Drive Time

3h 15min

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

The NT's third-largest town (10,000 people). Gateway to Nitmiluk Gorge, Edith Falls, and the Victoria Highway west. Essential stop between Darwin and Alice Springs with all services.

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

May-Oct

NT Explorer verified

Last updated · 4 months ago

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