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Kelly West
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Best Time
May-Sep
Entry Fee
Free
Drive Time
11h 13min
Access
All vehicles
Limited or no mobile phone signalCarry minimum 3L water per person per dayTell someone your plans before departing
Explore Kelly West, a walking track in the Katherine region, gateway to spectacular gorge country, thermal hot springs, and the transition zone between the tropical Top End and the arid Red Centre. Whether you're after a leisurely stroll or a challenging trek, this trail delivers stunning views and a genuine connection with the Australian bush. Best enjoyed in the dry season (May–October) when conditions are cooler and tracks are accessible.
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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Best for
Experienced walkers, sunrise/sunset hikes
Skip if
Heat-sensitive or short on water capacity
Time needed
2-6 hours
Best season
May-Sep
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Getting There
Distance from Darwin898km
Drive Time11h 13min
4WD RequiredNo
Facilities
ParkingWalking Tracks
Safety Warnings
• Limited or no mobile phone signal
• Carry minimum 3L water per person per day
• Tell someone your plans before departing
Distance
898km from Darwin
Drive Time
11h 13min
Best Season
May-Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
Safety Warnings
• Limited or no mobile phone signal
• Carry minimum 3L water per person per day
• Tell someone your plans before departing
Distance
898km from Darwin
Drive Time
11h 13min
Best Season
May-Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
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Sun & light times
Kelly West · ACST
Sunrise
05:59
Sunset
17:40
Day length11h 41m
Golden Hour AM
05:59 – 06:28
Golden Hour PM
17:10 – 17:40
Blue Hour AM
05:36 – 05:59
Blue Hour PM
17:40 – 18:02
Calculated with NOAA solar algorithm. Times are sun centre at the horizon (refraction-corrected).
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