Swimming HolesRed Centre
Spencer Gorge
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Best Time
Year-round
Entry Fee
Free
Drive Time
varies
Access
All vehicles
Croc Safety: Only swim in designated croc-monitored areas. Check signs before entering any waterway. Report sightings: 1800 453 210.
Spencer Gorge is a significant site in the Red Centre of the Northern Territory. The MacDonnell Ranges and surrounding desert harbour ancient geological formations, Aboriginal cultural sites, and remote natural wonders that few tourists ever see. Many of these hidden gems require a short drive from Alice Springs and reward visitors with solitude and spectacular scenery.
Plan your visit
In a national park, you'll usually need an NT Parks Pass, and campsites & some walks must be booked in advance.
70Strong
Explorer Verdict
Strong pick for swimming holes — well worth the detour.
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) recommended
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Getting There
Distance from Darwin1500km
Drive Timevaries
4WD RequiredNo
Distance
1500km from Darwin
Drive Time
varies
Best Season
Year-round
Rating
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Distance
1500km from Darwin
Drive Time
varies
Best Season
Year-round
Rating
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Sun & light times
Spencer Gorge · ACST
Sunrise
05:54
Sunset
18:01
Day length12h 07m
Golden Hour AM
05:54 – 06:22
Golden Hour PM
17:33 – 18:01
Blue Hour AM
05:32 – 05:54
Blue Hour PM
18:01 – 18:22
Calculated with NOAA solar algorithm. Times are sun centre at the horizon (refraction-corrected).
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