Northern Territory Scenic Drive Attractions
Northern Territory Scenic Drive Attractions Directories
17 Mile Falls
Katherine - These waterfalls astound all who are lucky enough to see them. A hidden gem, it can only be accessed by trekkers on the Jatbula Trail. This trail is located... More
Alice Springs Telegraph Station
Alice Springs - The township of Alice Springs obtained its name from the waterhole at this historic Telegraph Station. This historical reserve marks the original site... More
Arltunga Historical Reserve
Alice Springs - Located 110 kilometres east of Alice Springs, the historic town of Arltunga was officially Central Australia's first town and once supported up to 3000... More
Bardedjilidji Walk
Jabiru - Through layered sandstone outliers, woodlands and wetlands alongside the East Alligator River, this is one of Kakadu's most interesting short walks which... More
Barrk Sandstone Walk
Jabiru - Experience the beauty of Kakadu's sandstone country with great lookout points across the Arnhem Land Escarpment and keep your eyes open for the endemic... More
Berry Springs Nature Park
Darwin - Berry Springs Nature Park protects a large part of the Berry Creek catchment. Berry Creek starts from a number of springs, forms a small creek, then reaches... More
Biddlecombe Cascade
Katherine - Biddlecombe Cascades are one of many beautiful swimming and sightseeing locations along the Jatbula Trail in Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge).... More
Bird Billabong
Darwin - Bird Billabong, is located in the Mary River National Park (proposed) and is a popular walking and birdwatching spot. A viewing platform at the water's... More
Birthday Waterhole
Alice Springs - Birthday Waterhole is the Trailhead for Sections 4 and 5 of the Larapinta Trail.
Large River Red Gums fringe Birthday Waterhole, this semi permanent river... More
Brian Creek Monsoon Forest
Darwin - Brian Creek Monsoon Forest, in the Mary River National Park (proposed), is a short walk through a pocket of rainforest where you will notice the contrast... More
Buley Rockhole
Batchelor - Enjoy a refreshing swim in the cascading pools of Buley Rockhole. This popular swimming spot, in the magnificent Litchfield National Park, is a great place... More
Butterfly Gorge Nature Park
Pine Creek - Cool crevices in the rock face of beautiful Butterfly Gorge provide shelter for thousands of Common Crow Butterflies. The rock pools provide a chance for... More
Caranbirini Conservation Reserve
Borroloola - Caranbirini Conservation Reserve is located 46 kilometres south of Borroloola on the western extremity of the Bukalara Range and is easily accessed off... More
Casuarina Coastal Reserve
Casuarina - Casuarina Coastal Reserve protects a large coastal area between the mouth of Rapid Creek and Buffalo Creek in Darwin. The highlights of the reserve are... More
Chambers Pillar Historical Reserve
Alice Springs - Chambers Pillar Historical Reserve, located 160 kilometres from Alice Springs, is home to Chambers Pillar, a spectacular solitary column towering 40 metres... More
Charles Darwin National Park
Winnellie - Lying on Frances Bay, Darwin, Charles Darwin National Park protects part of the Port Darwin wetland, one of Australia's most significant wetlands, as well... More
Corroboree Rock Conservation Reserve
Alice Springs - As the name suggests, this site is of great significance to local Aboriginal people, as are many of the sites in the MacDonnell Ranges. The real significance... More
Crystal Falls
Katherine - The Crystal Falls area features a mass of rock pools, rapids and small cascades that fall away into a spectacular and large waterfall. The area can only... More
Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park
Katherine - Book a guided tour through the Northern Territory’s only publicly accessible tropical limestone caves.
Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park is located... More
Daly River Mango Farm
Daly River - Mangoes thrive in the tropical climate of the Top End. The Daly River Mango Farm is an established tourist park located 230 kilometres from Darwin on the... More
Davenport Range National Park (proposed)
Tennant Creek - The Davenport Range National Park (proposed) is an important refuge for fauna, especially water birds due to an extensive network of waterholes. At least... More
Devils Marbles Conservation Reserve
Tennant Creek - The Devils Marbles are clusters of mysterious rock spheres located in the scenic Australian desert near the outback town of Tennant Creek, scattered in... More
East Point Reserve
Darwin - The East Point peninsular is a wonderful recreational area with extensive walking and cycling paths, relaxing picnic areas with free barbecue facilities... More
Edith River Crossing
Katherine - Edith River Crossing is a permanent swimming spot along the Jatbula Trail. This 58 kilometre trail in Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) takes between... More
Ellery Creek Big Hole
Alice Springs - High red cliffs, a large waterhole and a sandy creek fringed by gums make this one of the most popular and picturesque picnicking spots in the West MacDonnell... More
Elsey National Park
Mataranka - Elsey National Park is a haven for those wanting to relax in warm, crystal clear pools, like exploring historic sites, and who enjoy river fishing and... More
Emily and Jessie Gaps Nature Park
Alice Springs - Explore Emily and Jessie Gaps Nature Park, 10 kilometres east of Alice Springs. Emily and Jessie Gaps are perhaps the first noticeable features of the... More
Escarpment Walk
Timber Creek - Located in the eastern section of the Gregory National Park, the Escarpment Walk provides panoramic views of the Victoria River Valley with its soaring... More
Explorer's Way
Alice Springs - The Explorer’s Way bisects the Australian continent from Adelaide in the south to Darwin in the north. It covers over 3,000 kilometres and follows... More
Finke Gorge National Park
Hermannsburg - Explore the ancient landscapes of Finke Gorge National Park, 140 kilometres west of Alice Springs. The park covers an area of 46,000 hectares and includes... More
Finke River Trailhead
West Macdonnell Ranges - The Finke River Trailhead is the Trailhead for Sections 10 and 11 of the Larapinta Trail.
The Finke River Trailhead is nearby to the junction of Ormiston... More
Flora River Nature Park
Katherine - Flora River Nature Park, 135 kilometres south west of Katherine, embraces a tranquil Top End waterway fringed with dense riverine vegetation and dotted... More
Florence Creek Walk
Batchelor - Forming part of the Tabletop Track in Litchfield National Park, this 22 kilometre walk will take you to Greenant Creek, through fascinating pockets of... More
Florence Falls
Batchelor - Found in Litchfield National Park, the spectacular Florence Falls cascade into a plunge pool, set in a pocket of monsoon forest. Take a refreshing dip... More
Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve
Darwin - Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve is one of several parks in the lower Adelaide River catchment that provides a haven for wildlife amongst Darwin's developing... More
Garig Gunak Barlu National Park
Oenpelli - At the very top of the Northern Territory in Arnhem Land, the Garig Gunak Barlu National Park is remote and rugged, fringed with magnificent white sand... More
Gayngaru Wetlands Interpretive Walk
Nhulunbuy - Located in the centre of Nhulunbuy, the Gayngaru Wetlands Interpretive Walk surrounds a lagoon that is visited by over 200 species of birds. Along the... More
Gemtree
Alice Springs - At the gateway to the Central Australian gem fields and 140 kilometres north east of Alice Springs on the Plenty Highway, Gemtree, a quiet bush caravan... More
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
Darwin - Established in the 1870s to supplement the Darwin's unstable food supply, the George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens 42 hectares showcase the flora of northern... More
Giles Track
Kings Canyon - Impressive natural wonders, indigenous culture and the heritage of outback Central Australia can all be experienced when trekking this 22 kilometre, two... More
Glen Helen Gorge
Alice Springs - The West MacDonnell Ranges part briefly at Glen Helen Gorge, to make way for the Finke River. The ranges are of pacoota sandstone and form steep, broken... More
Greenant Creek Walk
Batchelor - This eight and a half kilometre walk, which forms part of the Tabletop Track in Litchfield National Park, takes you from Greenant Creek through to popular... More
Gregory National Park
Timber Creek - Gregory National Park is the Northern Territory's second largest national park, encompassing spectacular ranges, escarpments, gorges and eucalypt woodlands.... More
Gubara
Jabiru - Gubara is a six kilometre return walk past sandstone cliffs to shady monsoon forest pools. Gubara is found nine kilometres in on the first road to the... More
Gunlom Plunge Pool
Jabiru - Gunlom, located on Waterfall Creek in World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, is the magical combination of waterfall and serene plunge pool, with... More
Holmes Jungle Nature Park
Darwin - Holmes Jungle Nature Park protects one of the few remaining areas of monsoon forest in the Darwin area. Large numbers of birds, mammals and reptiles breed... More
Howard Springs Nature Park
Howard Springs - Howard Springs Nature Park protects 283 hectares of diverse habitats including monsoon forests, extensive swamps and riverine areas. These areas provide... More
Hugh Gorge Junction
West Macdonnell Ranges - Hugh Gorge Junction is located on Section 5 of the Larapinta Trail. After climbing over the rocky saddle you gradually descend until you reach the richly... More
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